The centerpiece of Sun City Carolina Lakes is the Sun City Lake House, a 55,000-square-foot facility that anchors community life. This is included in your HOA — no separate membership fee required to use it.
Fitness & Wellness
State-of-the-art fitness center
Weight training equipment
Cardiovascular machines
Indoor lap pool
Indoor spa/hot tub
Aerobics and dance studio
Indoor walking track
Social & Events
Grand ballroom
Multiple meeting rooms
On-site restaurant and bar
Billiards room
Card and game rooms
Library
Computer lab
Arts & Creativity
Arts and crafts studio
Ceramics room with kilns
Woodworking shop
Painting and drawing rooms
Photography club space
Quilting and sewing room
Outdoor Amenities
Multiple outdoor pools
Tennis courts
Pickleball courts
Bocce ball courts
Horseshoe pits
Softball field
Walking and biking trails
Community lakes and green space
Golf — What's Included vs What Costs Extra
Important: The 18-hole championship golf course is NOT included in your HOA fee. Golf membership is a separate, optional cost. This surprises many buyers who assume a Del Webb golf community includes golf in the HOA.
Golf Option
Est. Monthly Cost
Notes
Included in HOA
$0
None — golf is separate
Social Membership
~$40–$60
Clubhouse access, dining; no golf rounds
Golf Membership (various levels)
~$80–$200
Varies by plan; verify current rates with community
Pay-as-you-play
Varies
Available for non-members; greens fees apply
Golf membership fees are set by the golf course operator and subject to change. Confirm current pricing during your community visit.
Clubs & Activities — The Social Engine
Sun City Carolina Lakes operates more than 100 resident-run clubs. This is the community's biggest differentiator — at 3,160 homes, there's critical mass for almost any interest group to thrive.
Sports & Fitness
Golf leagues (men's and women's)
Pickleball leagues
Tennis leagues
Softball league
Swimming groups
Cycling club
Yoga and fitness classes
Water aerobics
Arts & Learning
Painting club
Photography club
Ceramics group
Woodworking guild
Creative writing group
Book clubs (multiple)
Lifelong learning lectures
Social & Lifestyle
Dinner clubs
Travel club
Wine and beer clubs
Garden club
Card clubs (bridge, poker, euchre)
Dance classes and clubs
Community theater
Volunteer opportunities
Special Interest
Veterans group
Investment club
Technology help group
Pet owner groups
Religious study groups
Multiple language groups
Political discussion groups
What's Covered by Your HOA
The ~$175/month HOA fee at Sun City Carolina Lakes covers:
Full access to the Sun City Lake House and all facilities
Common area maintenance and landscaping
Community security and gated entry
Trash and recycling collection
Community events programming
Reserve fund contributions
Not covered: Golf membership, individual home lawn maintenance (owners handle their own), interior repairs, and most club-specific fees (nominal dues for individual clubs).
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