Plantation On The Lake - Calimesa, CA

Plantation on the Lake is a 557-site, 55+ manufactured-home community built around lakes, recreation facilities and shared social spaces in Calimesa. Its defining physical feature is its waterfront setting, complemented by two pools, two spas, walking paths, an orchard and vineyard. The community has been operating since 1983 and expanded in 2011. For prospective residents, the combination of manufactured-home ownership, leased land and an extensive on-site recreation program makes the community's monthly site costs and amenity structure important considerations.

Homes at Plantation on the Lake

Plantation on the Lake offers manufactured homes on leased sites, with current active listings ranging from 1,440 to 2,086 square feet. Current examples include a 2003 two-bedroom home listed at $235,000 and a 2004 three-bedroom home listed at $275,000. Other active homes are priced between those figures, including a 1,600-square-foot home listed at $195,000. Homes are non-deeded manufactured properties, and buyers should account for the separate land-lease payment when comparing total monthly housing costs.

Amenities at Plantation on the Lake

Residents have access to two swimming pools, two spas, pickleball, a fitness center, clubhouse facilities, a library, billiard room, craft room and putting green. The community also has walking paths, an orchard, vineyard, dog park and RV or boat storage. MHVillage reports planned social activities and an on-site sales office. The waterfront setting is another significant feature, with community lake areas and fishing identified in property records. Amenities and access rules should be confirmed with park management before purchase.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Plantation on the Lake occupies the Desert Lawn Drive area of Calimesa, with Interstate 10 accessible via the Cherry Valley Boulevard interchange. Calimesa operates several public parks, including Mountainview, Summerwind and Creekside parks, and the Norton Younglove Multipurpose Senior Center offers lunches, classes, bingo and special events. The city also provides library, cultural and performing-arts resources. Healthcare, shopping and dining are available throughout Calimesa and neighboring Yucaipa and Beaumont, while San Bernardino International and Ontario International airports provide regional air connections.

Plantation on the Lake offers manufactured homes on leased sites, with current active listings ranging from 1,440 to 2,086 square feet. Current examples include a 2003 two-bedroom home listed at $235,000 and a 2004 three-bedroom home listed at $275,000. Other active homes are priced between those figures, including a 1,600-square-foot home listed at $195,000. Homes are non-deeded manufactured properties, and buyers should account for the separate land-lease payment when comparing total monthly housing costs.