Hidden away between Tiburon and Belvedere Island is a small community known as the Belvedere Lagoon, 66 acres of water surrounded by 230 private homes. The lagoon is located entirely within the City of Belvedere, in the 94920 zip code. Residents enjoy an idyllic lifestyle, with a myriad of water sports year round. The lagoon was developed in the 1950’s and has been a very popular spot with young and old alike.
The lots on the lagoon are fairly small—mostly 6,000 sq ft. to 14,000 sq. ft . Zoning is tough and all plans must be approved by the City of Belvedere’s Planning Commission. Yet, homes continue to sell for higher than neighborhood prices and there is often a backlog of people waiting to find just the right home on the lagoon. Why?
The lifestyle is appealing to both young and old. Growing up on the Lagoon is a privilege that few would deny. Swimming, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing and paddle-boating are enjoyed by residents all year long. The Belvedere Sailing Society (B.S.S.) is open to all lagoon residents—the racing season begins in May and continues all summer long. The B.S.S. also hosts social events such as Opening Day parties, Progressive Dinners and Holiday parties. The close proximity of the homes and the many social outlets provide a very strong sense of community. The level terrain makes other sports such as bicycling and running easily accessible right from one’s front door. And finally, the closeness to downtown Tiburon, the San Francisco Yacht Club, and the San Francisco ferry service make the lagoon lifestyle easy and convenient.
Commuting by ferry to San Francisco in just 18 -20 minutes has been hailed as the best commute in the world!
If you would like more information on the Belvedere Lagoon, please feel free to contact me at 415-789-7744.
I have lived on the Lagoon for over 20 years, and my husband and I have been past Commodores of the Belvedere Sailing Society. I have also served on the Belvedere Lagoon Property Owners Association—the lagoon’s governing body. Below are two websites, one with a current listing, and the other a website with pictures of the lagoon, a sampling of home styles (NOT homes for sale) and some of the watercraft and views from my trusty kayak.
www.belvederelagoonlifestyle.com
Posted by:
Jean Cromwell
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