The King and the Bear is a newer community located within World Golf Village in
St. Augustine, Florida. Inside King and Bear are smaller developments including
Bearsford, Wildwood, Grovewood, Lakewood, Oakwood, Tuscanwood, Stonewood,
and others. This large community is well known for its famous golf course, Slammer
and Squire. This 18-hole championship resort course was designed by Bobby Wead
with design consultants Sam “The Slammer” Snead and Gene “The Squire” Sarazen
and was the host of Liberty Mutual Legends of Golf, a senior PGA Tour Event and
currently hosts an array of other golf events such as the Handa Cup.
Each of the smaller developments within The King and the Bear offer a wide variety of
homes. Some developments contain smaller homes on smaller lots which also come
with a smaller price tag. These homes are very price efficient yet remain stylish. Other
developments consist of homes inspired by a certain architectural style, such as
Tuscanwood. Certain areas of the community offer lots with more trees while others are
very open. Some lots are much larger than others and some contain large, containing
its own garage, and a private elevator for second floor residents. The King and the Bear
offers such a wide variety that any buyer is sure to find what they’re looking for.
The King and the Bear is protected by two gated entrances, one off of International
Golf Parkway which is the main gate, and the other off of SR-16. The community has
a private clubhouse, an amenity center, two pools, and tennis courts. The King and
the Bear is located in one of the best school districts within St. Johns County and
contains numerous bus stops within the community.