Lettuce Lake Travel Resort

Lettuce Lake Travel Resort is a resident-owned cooperative serving the 55+ community in Arcadia, a small town in southwest Florida’s DeSoto County. The location offers a quieter alternative to busier coastal areas while maintaining reasonable access to regional shopping, dining, and healthcare.

Arcadia is known for its rural character and outdoor recreation - the Peace River runs through the area, and fishing, boating, and nature activities draw residents year-round. The community is roughly 90 minutes south of Tampa and about an hour northeast of Fort Myers, making day trips to larger cities feasible without daily commutes.

Pet-friendly policies make the community welcoming for residents with companions. As a resident-owned cooperative, decisions about community operations and priorities rest with the residents themselves, creating a shared stake in the park’s management and direction.

The area suits those seeking a slower pace with access to small-town amenities and natural Florida landscapes.