For fellow agents

Working with Agents

A resident first, an agent second.

I live in Gran Paradiso and own my home here. I chose it for a reason, and I truly believe it’s the best location of all the villages in Wellen Park. When I represent a listing here, I’m sharing a community I know and love every day.

I’m an agent second, with a background that makes this work second nature. That makes me simple to work with. You’ll get answers you can rely on, and resources you can share with your clients.

Thank you for showing my listings. I appreciate you and I’m here to work together.

Working on one of my listings?Reach out any time. I’m available to help with showings, questions, and anything you or your buyers need.

Eric Johnston, Real Estate Agent, Hoover Realty LLC · 941.400.2472

Gran Paradiso clubhouse with its arched tower entry and paver circular drive, framed by palms

Showing my listings

What you can expect

  • Fast, clear responses

    To your questions, showing requests and offers.

  • Straight answers

    On the home, the community, HOA details, fees and amenities.

  • Help with what buyers ask most

    From community rules to what’s nearby in Wellen Park.

  • A smooth process

    Professional and cooperative, from first showing to closing.

Architectural Review Committee

Insider knowledge of Gran Paradiso

I’ve served on the Gran Paradiso Architectural Review Committee, so I know the community’s guidelines firsthand. When your buyers ask about additions, pools, landscaping, paint colors or other changes, I can point you to the right answers and the right process.

Questions I can help with

  • Additions
  • Pools
  • Landscaping
  • Paint colors
  • Other changes
Wellen Park Gran Paradiso executive home with tile roof and palms

Share the site

A resource for you and your buyers

GranParadisoVillage.com is here for you, too. Feel free to use it and share it with your clients, from life in Gran Paradiso and the amenities to Location is Everything, the area map, local beaches and dining, and the community events calendar.

For estoppels & approvals

Association Contacts

Who to contact for estoppels, HOA documents and approvals. Gran Paradiso has one master association, and the Villas, Townhomes and Coach Homes neighborhoods each have their own sub-association, too.

  • Master association (HOA)

    Gran Paradiso Property Owners Association, Inc.

    Management office in the clubhouse, 20125 Galleria Blvd, Venice, FL 34293.

    Management
    Castle Management, LLC (Castle Group)
    Office phone
    941-234-0450Onsite management office
    Community website
    websites.vertilinc.com/gpOfficial HOA site, with each association’s Tenant Evaluation application
    Estoppel
    Order through Castle Management (credit card; allow about 7–10 business days). Verify with managementCastle’s resale & estoppel order portal: griddocs.castlegroup.com
    Leasing
    Minimum 90-day lease, up to 4 leases per 12 months; submit lease and transfer paperwork at least 15 days before start. Confirm current rules with management.
  • Sub-association

    Villas I at Gran Paradiso

    Benissimo Dr and Tesoro Dr

    Management
    Access Management Verify with management
    Phone
    813-993-4008 Verify with management
  • Sub-association

    Villas II at Gran Paradiso, Inc.

    Amica Loop, Felice Dr, Garibaldi Ln and Prego Pl

    Management
    Access Residential Management
    Phone
    813-993-4008 Verify with management
    Estoppel & resale docs
    Access’s online ordering site
  • Sub-association

    Townhomes I at Gran Paradiso, Inc.

    Lagente Cir, 20119–20274

    Management
    Tropical Isles Management Services, Inc.
    Office hours
    Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM–4:30 PM (closed 12–1)
  • Sub-association

    Townhomes II at Gran Paradiso

    Lagente Cir, 20275–20460

    Management
    Tropical Isles Management Services, Inc. Verify with management
    Phone
    941-487-7927 Verify with management
  • Sub-association

    Coach Homes I at Gran Paradiso

    Ragazza Cir, 20140–20221

    Management
    Progressive Community Management, Inc. Verify with management
    Phone
    941-921-5393 ext. 1117 Verify with management
  • Sub-association

    Coach Homes II at Gran Paradiso

    Ragazza Cir, 20051–20130

    Management
    Progressive Community Management, Inc. Verify with management
    Phone
    941-921-5393 ext. 1117 Verify with management
  • Sub-association

    Coach Homes III at Gran Paradiso

    Ghiberti Cir, 12490–12595

    Management
    Progressive Community Management, Inc. Verify with management
    Phone
    941-921-5393 ext. 1117 Verify with management
  • Sub-association (condominium)

    Coach Homes IV at Gran Paradiso Condominium Association

    Ghiberti Cir, 12355–12485 and 12600

    Management
    AMI (Advanced Management, Inc.)

Contacts and requirements can change; always confirm directly with the association’s management.

Items marked Verify with management come from older or differing records, so please double-check them.

From contract to closing

Preferred Closing Attorney

Let’s work together

Reach out any time

If you’re working with me on one of my listings, I’m here to help, whenever you need me.

Eric Johnston, Real Estate Agent, Hoover Realty LLC · 941.400.2472