Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club, Boca Raton

Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club is one of the most recognized private club communities in South Florida, sitting on 122 acres in East Boca Raton with approximately 700 estate homes, a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, and a deep-water marina with direct Intracoastal access. 

 

For buyers evaluating East Boca Raton's most exclusive addresses, it helps to understand how Royal Palm fits within the broader Boca Raton homes for sale market before going deeper.

What Is It Like to Live in Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club, Boca Raton?

Royal Palm sits in East Boca Raton, bounded by Camino Real to the north, the Intracoastal Waterway to the east, Federal Highway to the west, and Hillsboro Rd to the south. The community was founded in 1959 by Arthur Vining Davis across approximately 450 acres. Two gated entrances serve the community: the West Gate at Federal Highway and SW 18th Street, and the North Gate on East Camino Real directly across from the Boca Raton Resort and Club entrance.

 

The community has 688 homes on 750 lots, spread across 229 water lots, 285 golf course lots, and 231 interior lots. Some original lots have been combined over the years. Three man-made islands sit within the community, Alexander Palm, Coconut Palm, and Key Palm, with all waterways connecting to the Intracoastal Waterway.

 

Home styles range from original mid-century construction through contemporary new builds, with Mediterranean revival, European, transitional, and modern estates all present. Square footage runs from the high 2,000s to over 9,000 square feet.

 

The HOA is administered by the Royal Palm Improvement Association. Membership in the country club is entirely separate from homeownership and is not mandatory.


The Boca Raton Resort and Club sits directly across Camino Real from the community's north gate, putting world-class dining and waterfront access at the doorstep. South Beach Park and Red Reef Park are close enough to make a morning at the beach a natural part of the routine rather than a planned outing. Mizner Park and downtown Boca Raton are just north, with the kind of dining, shopping, and cultural programming that most South Florida residents drive much further to reach. For those who commute, I-95 connects south to Fort Lauderdale and north to West Palm Beach.

What Does Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club Offer?

Residents who do not join the club have access to 24-hour armed security and common area maintenance through the Royal Palm Improvement Association.

 

Membership at Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club is by invitation only and is not mandatory for residents. The candidate selection process is overseen by existing members.

 

The minimum entry point is the Social Membership. The club offers two primary membership tiers: Full Golf and Social. Each tier includes Junior and Legacy membership options for younger candidates. 

 

The golf course was originally designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. with Sam Snead as the club's first golf professional. The course was later redesigned by the Nicklaus design team, with the most recent renovation completed in 2024. It now plays as an 18-hole Signature course covering over 7,000 yards with 7 sets of tees.

 

The marina has over 60 slips accommodating vessels up to 130 feet, with a full-time dock master, water, electric, and fueling stations. Waterways connect to the Intracoastal Waterway, Lake Boca Raton, and the Atlantic Ocean. 

 

Athletic facilities include tennis, pickleball, bocce, and croquet courts, a marina-view Wellness Center with personal trainers and group fitness classes, a spa, and a pool. Dining venues include Harbor Grille, 1959, The Gazebo, the 19th Hole, and The Office at the marina.

  • Signature Golf 

    18 Holes · 7,000+ Yards

  • Marina & Yachting

    60+ Slips · Vessels Up to 130 Feet

  • On-Site Dining 

    5 Venues · Waterfront & Fine Dining

  • Athletics & Wellness

    Tennis · Pickleball · Bocce · Spa

What Schools Serve Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club Residents?

Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club is zoned for the following Palm Beach County public schools:

 

Elementary School: Boca Raton Elementary School
Middle School: Boca Raton Middle School
High School: Boca Raton High School


Palm Beach County is consistently ranked among Florida's top school districts.

FAQs

To help you make informed decisions, we've compiled answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club.

Is Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club a gated community?

Yes, Royal Palm has two guarded entrances staffed around the clock by a 23-member armed private security force managed by the Royal Palm Improvement Association. No public roadways cut through the neighborhood.

Does Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club have an HOA?

What home types are available in Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club? 

Is membership at Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club mandatory? 

How far is Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club from the beach?

What schools serve Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club residents?

Can you access the water from Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club?

What makes Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club different from other East Boca Raton communities?

Is Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club a good fit for full-time residents? 

Buyers evaluating Royal Palm often compare it against Golden Triangle for Intracoastal living without a club structure, or The Sanctuary for buyers who want a gated waterfront address with deep-water dockage but without the club membership component.

 

Browse available Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club homes below, or call Alex Mendel with Keller Williams Realty at 561.827.8449 to review current listings and recent sales before scheduling a tour.

 

 

 

Alex Mendel | Keller Williams Realty