Established 2016
Oak Reserve – A Special Community Reserve: A Place set aside for special use of protected area
Oak Reserve’s Vision The vision for Oak Reserve is the development of an exceptional estate lot community with a unique identity that respects the intrinsic beauty of nature while simultaneously enhancing the aesthetics of the land through thoughtful planning and the highest quality architectural standards.
Oak Reserve’s Intrinsic Attributes • Stillness, Peacefulness, Calming • Privacy, Security • Relaxation through clean air, clean water, and mature trees such as multiple oak species, pine, magnolia, and many more • Quality, Authenticity – The driving philosophy to ensure lasting long-term value and create an established neighborhood Please Visit www.OakReserveTampa.com
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The “Sky Oak” on Lot 7 – A Rare Double Trunk Live Oak
Oak Reserve Highlights • Meticulous Land Planning and Architectural Design Guidelines to ensure long-term value and differentiation of product from other subdivisions. Each lot is uniquely analyzed and laid out, just like the custom architecture of each home. This land and home detailed planning makes for a truly special neighborhood. • Lots 1-acre upland and larger. The average lot size is 1.2 acres of upland. Plenty of land to achieve an estate look and feel. • Paddling, kayaking, fishing and relaxing on the water. All lots have access to the lake and creek system. 7 of the 10 lots have direct access. 3 of the 10 lots will access the lake through a “Owner’s Only” area. • Bird watching, including hawks, egrets, herons, sandhill cranes and songbirds.
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• Wildlife habitat on both the land and water. Numerous deer frequent the property and squirrels play among the pines and oaks. Turtles and ducks enjoy the serenity of the lake and creek. • State-of-the-Art potable water distribution system. This compares favorably to many rural areas that are confined to wells, which are costly to maintain and can become unsafe to drink from. • Precision and attention to detail in all areas. This quality results from engaging with the best team of professionals and studying top-ranked developments throughout the United States. The development team then implemented these best practices and scaled them for a 10-lot community. • Deep water, protected fishing holes that include trophy bass. • Community garden with each lot owner provided their own gardening plot of 5’ X 15’. This is a potential amenity based upon demand.
Key Ecological Areas of Oak Reserve • Oak Lake o A spring-fed natural lake with depths exceeding 20’. This pristine lake includes abundant wildlife, including bass, bluegill, numerous bird species, turtles, and ducks. o Based on an ecological study of Oak Lake, a variety of largemouth bass exist resulting in a one-of-a-kind fishing experience. o Oak Lake is considered a very healthy lake based on the presence of native aquaplants, such as duckweed, lily pads, ferns, buttonbush and many more species that nourish the wildlife and enhance water quality. This combination of aquaplants is rear in Florida and serves to create a native look and feel. • Monk’s Passage o This winding “Passage” through the lake grass connects Oak Lake to Oak Creek. The passage is named for the naturalist and landscape architect, Tony Monk. Tony was instrumental in designing the Oak Reserve entry feature. • Oak Creek o This creek runs in a North/South orientation and provides interesting views of native Florida upland and wetland habitat. By navigating Oak Creek towards the south, one will arrive at the southern wetland system to enjoy more fishing, bird watching, and relaxation. • Oak Island
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o A unique island that is surrounded by Oak Creek and includes unspoiled oaks. Oak Island also serves as a natural, serene buffer for the eastern boundary of Oak Reserve. • South Island o Located on the south boundary of the property, South Island is a passive community amenity that provides a view of the diverse natural habitat as well as a picnic and paddle launching spot for all lot owners. South Island serves as a natural boundary for the southern portion of Oak Reserve. • Uplands o The upland portions of the property are unique and unspoiled due to decades of passive use that allowed the oaks and pines to flourish in their natural environment. The property’s soil type is very conducive to strong plant and tree growth (as well as building upon). o Species of oak include Live, Laurel, and Water Oaks. Many of the oaks are classified as Grand Oaks and will be protected. Oaks on their way to “Grand” status are classified as “Trophy” oaks and are also protected through the Design Guidelines. o The unique 10 + acre pine forest is a defining feature of the property and will be preserved to the greatest extend feasible. Areas of the forest will be setaside in both common and private ownership. • All of the above-named areas are owned in perpetuity by the Oak Reserve Property Owners’ Association (ORPOA) in order to ensure their protection, upkeep and enhancement for all owners.
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The “Century Oak” on Lot 5 – A 100+ Year Old “Grand” Live Oak Tree
Key Architectural and Planning Areas of Oak Reserve • Gated, Historic Entry o Oak Reserve’s custom, gated entry will be a key branding and identification element of the Community. The gated entry will showcase the elements of privacy, security and exclusivity for the discerning few Oak Reserve owners. o The entry will include both upgraded landscaping and hardscape, including the use of limited-supply reclaimed yellow, orange and pink brick from Chicago, customized cast bronze plaque signage, custom New Orleans copper riveted gas lamps, Italian granite cobble pavers, and custom gates and fencing. The tall massing of the entry will enhance the theme of quality and security. o The entry wall will include a unique feature called the “Oculus”. This is a 4’ diameter opening to showcase a Live Oak tree and act as a secure window into the intrigue of the Community. This unique architectural feature is rarely Please Visit www.OakReserveTampa.com
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seen due to its combination of simple, clean design partnered with a highly complex construction technique. Professional, Enhanced Landscaping at Entry o Two highly respected landscape architects collaborated on the upgraded landscaping package for the entry to ensure the best design and plant palette. The use of native tree, plant, scrub, and ground cover materials will be meticulously installed to create a rich, estate feeling upon arrival. Whitaker Road Berm and Landscape o The northern portions of Lot 1 and Lot 3 will include an enhanced earthen berm with upgraded landscaping. This berm will provide security, privacy, visual screening, and noise buffering for the benefit of the entire Community. Midas Lane – A Private Road o The internal, private road serving all Oak Reserve lots is named “Midas Lane”. This road is specifically curved and designed to create the best lots possible as well as ensure an interesting drive through Oak Reserve through the detailed forethought of the proper sight lines and views. Roadway Landscape Circle o The roadway circle is specifically planned and located in order to showcase the natural beauty of the property. Approximately 1/3 acre will be preserved in natural open space, including oak and pine. The key feature of the landscaped area will be a splendid Laurel Oak that features unique branching attributes. Lot 8/9/10 Oak Lined Roadway o As an extension of Midas Lane, this low-volume roadway will meander through Grand Oak, specimen oak, and pine trees in order to capture the feel of a historic estate road. During the planning process, this section of roadway was specifically designed to flow through the existing oaks. Stormwater Pond o The Southwest portion of the property will include an approximately 1.3 acre pond to capture and treat stromwater. This pond was painstakingly designed with a naturalist approach and to maneuver around high-quality trees, such as a Grand Oak and stands of live oaks. The pond will be landscaped with native, wetland vegetation including cypress to further enhance its aesthetic properties and to attract additional wildlife to the property. Western Property Landscape Tract o The area between Midas Lane and the western property line will be left in its natural state since it includes numerous Live Oaks. Selective landscaping will
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be installed for screening and buffering purposes to ensure the secluded nature or Oak Reserve.
Enjoy A Day on the Private Oak Lake
A Unique Philosophy to “Design with Nature” • The land planning principle of “Designing with Nature” was popularized by worldrenowned landscape architect Ian McHarg and has resulted in numerous awardwinning communities throughout the world. The essence of this approach is to integrate high-quality development with the natural setting. Specifically for Oak Reserve, land clearing was minimized, thousands of trees were protected, the roadway was painstakingly designed, lots were configured for the best views and privacy, and much more. While this approach takes longer, costs more and results in less lots, the end product and community is superior to the typical subdivision. Very few developers are willing to follow McHarg’s principles for quality and working with the natural beauty of the land. The few that do have created the best Please Visit www.OakReserveTampa.com
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communities in the world that stand the test of time. In Oak Reserve, just 10 owners will be able to lay claim to enjoying the rewards of this premium approach. • Protected common open space o Both upland and wetland areas owned in perpetuity by the ORPOA. • Protected private open space o Areas located on private lots within Oak Reserve, which are restricted from development in order to maintain the natural beauty of the land. All lots will have access to Oak Lake and Oak Creek. Lots 4-9 will have direct access to Oak Lake. Lot 10 will have direct access to Oak Creek. Lots 1-3 will have access to Oak Lake and Oak Creek via the South Island owned by the ORPOA.
The “Oak Cluster” – 3 Pristine Live Oak Trees mixed with Old-Growth Palmetto
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Just 10 Estate Lots – You Are Invited to Join the Select Few Owners Each lot in Oak Reserve is a special place for the right owner that appreciates the delicate blend of quality vision, natural beauty, and the finest architecture. Some buyers may desire seclusion while others appreciate the open feeling of a meadow lot with giant oaks in their front and rear yards. In order to honor the beauty of the property, each lot has a unique name to capture the energy, theme, and unique attributes of the specific property. During construction, a customized cast-bronze plaque with the lot name will be installed near the entry driveway curb so that each owner has a story on why they selected their specific lot. Lot Names (Please see Lot Price List for the size and unique attributes of each lot): 1 – Laurel Oak 2 – Sunrise 3 – North Meadow 4 – Oak Meadow 5 – Century Oak 6 – Whispering Pines 7 – Sky Oak 8 – Lakeshore 9 – Oak Horizon 10 – Creekside
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Enjoy Padding and Fishing on Oak Lake. A Private, Owner’s Only Lake.
Building Process and Long-Term Quality Control • Recorded Covenants/Deed Restrictions o Oak Reserve includes many typical land-use and building covenants to ensure the development of an exceptional community. Additional, sitespecific provisions are included such as the preservation of the natural landscape, the protection of views and breezes, and much more. The Oak Reserve Property Owner’s Association shall serve as the common governing entity for the community to ensure all quality standards are upheld. • Architectural Review Board o While there is not a single architectural style in Oak Reserve, each house will undergo a review and approval process through the ARB. This process will ensure high-quality architecture, award-winning floor plans, and optimal use of each lot. This review will also safeguard the preservation of specimen trees, Please Visit www.OakReserveTampa.com
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protect sight lines between lots, and ensure that each owner is provided the maximum long-term appreciation due to the unique attributes only found in Oak Reserve. • Custom, Exclusive Builders o After a search for Tampa’s highest quality builders, the developer selected Arthur Rutenberg Homes and Bayfair Homes as the exclusive Oak Reserve builders. Each builder will construct 5 homes.
Oak Lake is Fully Stocked with Largemouth Bass
Exclusive Builder and Developer Information Exclusive Builders (Please see the Oak Reserve website for links to each Builder): • Arthur Rutenberg Homes – Please contact Linda at 813-263-7274 • Bayfair Homes – Please contact David at 813-875-3800 • Please note that all final sales will be for a lot and home package. The Developer is not selling lots to the public or at retail. In order to maintain the highest quality Please Visit www.OakReserveTampa.com
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standards, the above named builders are the only builders authorized to build within Oak Reserve. Developer: • Oak Reserve LLC is the developer of Oak Reserve. S. Sebring Sierra, Jr. is the Managing Member and CEO. • Contact Information: Oak Reserve LLC Attention: Sebring Sierra 509 Guisando de Avila, Suite 200 Tampa, Florida 33613 For access to the property, please contact your Builder’s sales representative. The property is a secure construction site and requires an authorized representative of the Developer or Builder present at all times. Unauthorized and unattended site visits are not permitted. We appreciate your cooperation on this matter. Your safety is our priority. Community Website: www.OakReserveTampa.com • Please register for updates on the website.
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All of the above information is subject to change at any time without notice. Please refer to the final as-builts, plat, and legally binding contracts for specific details. This document is solely intended as a general “White Paper” on the vision for the subdivision.
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