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This semi-private club has a relatively flat 18-hole course, but there is some mounding that can...
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This semi-private club has a relatively flat 18-hole course, but there is some mounding that can affect your shots and several sand bunkers and water hazards come into play. The fairways are bordered by a defined cut of rough, and the average-sized greens vary in undulation and their speeds are determined by the seasonal weather conditions.
Built in 1926 and designed by Donald Ross for what was then the Pinecrest Resort, this is the oldest remaining course in Highlands County. (And, if you'd like to buy the resort that goes with it, Pinecrest is currently for sale for $3.5 million.)
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Mane Salon
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Beauty Salons
34 E Main St
Avon Park,
Florida 33825
(863) 453-6911
This shop is nothing fancy but the clientèle continues to return. The Mane Salon has been...
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This shop is nothing fancy but the clientèle continues to return. The Mane Salon has been located in the same building for as long as I can remember - at least 10 years. I'd say they are particularly good at "old lady" hair styles, but they do perform all kinds of services. Washes, cuts, perms, styling, sets; you name it and they probably do it.
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Candle Arbor
Category:
Gift Shops
21 S Lake Ave
Avon Park,
Florida 33825
(863) 453-8894
This cozy shop is easy to find since it's on Lake Avenue, the street with the only traffic light...
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This cozy shop is easy to find since it's on Lake Avenue, the street with the only traffic light in downtown Avon Park. Nestled among several shops, the Candle Arbor sells candles (naturally), a small selection of gifts and some aromatherapy products. Although it can't compare to a national chain like Yankee Candle shop, I like to shop here because I like to support locally owned businesses.
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I have used this company for multiple repair jobs. They are good with air conditioning units and...
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I have used this company for multiple repair jobs. They are good with air conditioning units and ice machines. They also provide good maintenance service.
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Bishop's Family Furniture
Category:
Interior Decorators & Designers
2400 US Highway 27 S
Avon Park,
Florida 33825
(863) 453-5399
Bishop's Furniture is conveniently located on N. Highway 27 just north of Sebring in Avon...
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Bishop's Furniture is conveniently located on N. Highway 27 just north of Sebring in Avon Park.
They offer affordable furniture and some accent pieces. I browsed this store recently and did not buy because I did not find the appropriate piece of furniture.
They have a friendly staff and are eager to provide assistance with your furniture needs. I recommend stopping by to browse because you may find something you want at an affordable price.
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Fillmore Sales
Category:
Furniture
11 S Lake Ave
Avon Park,
Florida 33825
(863) 452-6656
Fillmore Sales is named after Philmore the dog, who is almost always laying around on the...
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Fillmore Sales is named after Philmore the dog, who is almost always laying around on the premises. The older couple who own this store are nice and try to be as helpful as possible. I've always found this shop filled with mostly common stuff that is overpriced and poorly displayed. However, I always like to look because I have occasionally been able to find a unique bargain.
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Curves
Category:
Personal Care
1011 US Hwy. 27S
Avon Park,
Florida 33825
(866) 791-7938
Curves for Women is the largest chain of franchised fitness centers in the world with over 8000...
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Curves for Women is the largest chain of franchised fitness centers in the world with over 8000 locations. They are small facilities with hydraulic resistance machines that are arranged so that you move from machine to machine on a timed interval. There are 8-12 pieces of equipment in the circuit that target specific body parts. The circuit moves you from station to station and is directed by music and taped instruction. You are meant to go at a quick pace to keep your heart rate up. Curves has helped me tighten up my flab, but it does get boring doing the same routine each time I go in.
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Honest, caring and reliable are words not often used when talking about a car dealership; however,...
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Honest, caring and reliable are words not often used when talking about a car dealership; however, they definitely apply to Bill Jarrett and his dealership. Not only do they want to sell you a car, but they want to keep you happy long after your first purchase. Doug Gentry, the General Manager, will do whatever it takes to keep his customers happy. Tim Massey, the Service Department Manager, runs a good service department. Here, you'll find $14.00 oil changes and the guaranteed lowest prices on all the name-brand tires they sell (Goodyear, Continental, Michelin and more). Make sure to ask for Ralph when making your appointment with the Service Department. He's the best there is! Eddie Fitch, manager of the Body Shop, will have your car looking better than new in almost no time!
On top of all this, Highlands County is happy to have Bill Jarrett as part of our community because of all he does for us. He's one of the most active, generous citizens we have.
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Recently, old friends of mine came to visit and they stayed at the Lake Brentwood Motel. Lake...
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Recently, old friends of mine came to visit and they stayed at the Lake Brentwood Motel. Lake Brentwood Motel is listed in the prestigious book Hidden Florida - The Adventurers' Guide. It is only one of seven motels recommended in Central Florida's Orlando to Arcadia Loop. One of the editor's comments was that if you stay here, you would experience an immediate drop in blood pressure.
Its quaint, stone-trimmed buildings invite you to recall a time when the pace was less hectic - a time when you could stop and enjoy the glorious gifts of nature. Unwind and delight in your surroundings. Be lulled to sleep by the unobtrusive sounds of night, and in the morning, greet the sun as it peeks over the edge of the sparkling lake.
My friends had a delightful visit in Avon Park and thoroughly enjoyed their stay at the Lake Brentwood Motel.
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Just down the street/across the road from Bank of America, World Of Flowers is easy to find. They...
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Just down the street/across the road from Bank of America, World Of Flowers is easy to find. They often have balloons on a sign at the corner of W. Morrill Street and US 27 which help, too. Although there are several floral shops in the area, World Of Flowers is one of my favorites because they give superb customer service. Whenever I go to Ridge Florist, the largest in the area, I always feel like I'm causing a problem for the person helping me. This has never been the case at World Of Flowers!
World of Flowers has a large inventory of fresh flowers, tropicals, plants, European/dish gardens, contemporary and traditional arrangements, high-style floral arrangements, silk arrangements, dried floral arrangements, an extensive gift line, gourmet and fruit baskets, gift baskets, greeting cards and candles. They do arrangements for weddings and funeral designs, too.
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