Zeman RV Resorts
The clean, spacious and five-star Tides RV Resort.
Words by Katie Tharakan
Located just north of Palmetto, FL, along the Gulf Coast, The Tides RV Resort and soon-to-be-open Surf RV Resort are the epitome of upscale RV living. These Signature RV Resorts by Zeman are 55-plus southern retreats that were built from the ground up to ensure a low-maintenance lifestyle, several five-star amenities, and community of like-minded enthusiasts who appreciate the finer things of the RV lifestyle.
Zeman Homes developed The Tides and The Surf by planning every detail including full-hookups with 100-amp service, water, sewer, trash, cable, Wi-Fi, as well as wide paved roads and brick/paver pads. There’s also a choice of pull-in, back-in, pull-through and buddy sites. What’s more, the grounds are gated, monitored with security cameras and the amenities are access-controlled. Both locations also employ attentive on-site management and property staff dedicated to ensuring that experiences exceed expectations.
Designed for long term stays, The Tides spans 38 ha (95 ac) of manicured grounds with a lavish 1,384 sq m (15,000 sq ft) two story grand clubhouse; fully stocked catch-and-release lake with a 38 m (125 ft) pier; pickleball courts; shuffleboard courts; heated pools; a state-of-the-art fitness center; liquor lockers; a library; and more.
Scheduled to open in fall 2022, The Surf will cater to short-term stays and offer a more laid-back style of luxury with a fun Florida vibe. Upon completion, The Surf will have a luxury clubhouse with an exercise and dance studio, game room, library, business center, and ballroom; food and beverage service; an outdoor kitchen; an Infinity pool and spa; a poolside bar; dog parks and dog wash station; lighted sports courts; and other features.
At both properties, guests can take advantage of a packed activities calendar with a number of options including fitness classes, game nights, plus ongoing social events including live music and DJs, and holiday parties.
Another appealing feature of The Tides and The Surf is their location. Both are within minutes of everything that the Gulf Coast has to offer. From the glitz of downtown Tampa to the beaches of Bradenton and Anna Maria Island, there’s something for everyone.
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A digital rendering of the Surf RV Resort, which is scheduled to open in late 2022.
For instance, world-class museums, great dining, and historic attractions combine with natural sanctuaries throughout Sarasota, Tampa, Bradenton, Anna Maria Island and St. Petersburg to always offer something new to experience. ‘St. Pete’ in particular is known for its award-winning beaches and a spectacular new pier.
The Tides has received many accolades from visitors, industry groups, and media outlets since it officially opened. It has garnered a top rating of 10-10-10 from one of the world’s largest organizations of RV owners, Good Sam. The team at The Surf will provide the same high-quality service to its guests.
Some reviews from recent guests at The Tides include:
- “Awesome staff, great RV resort, top of the line here. We finally feel at home.” - Craig A.
- “From the luscious landscaping to the elegant clubhouse and spacious RV sites, this is simply a step (actually a lot of steps) above the rest” - from Christine J.
“It’s our desire to provide RVer’s with an exceptional experience,” says Leslie Taylor-Rharbi of Zeman Homes & Resorts. “The Tides RV Resort truly reflects Zeman’s vision for an exclusive world-class RV experience that focuses on the details while offering unrivalled hospitality. It’s our goal to deliver that same attention to detail at The Surf next year to ensure our guests return season after season.”
Experienced RVers know that high-quality service is worth driving the extra mile to The Tides RV Resort as well as to The Surf RV Resort in late 2022.
You can learn more about these properties by visiting TheTidesRVResort.com and TheSurfRVResort.com.