Paradise nudist resort is sold

A homeowner at the Lutz property is reported to be the buyer.

By ERIN SULLIVAN
Published July 14, 2007

LUTZ - A Pasco nudist resort will be changing owners soon.

Joe Lettelleir owns Paradise Lakes Resort, a 72-acre, clothing-optional haven with about 400 residents in Lutz.

A woman who answered the phone at the resort Friday, who did not want to be quoted, said Lettelleir is selling the resort to a man named John Forier, who owns a home at Paradise and also lives in Martinique.

According to a story posted on the USA Nudist Web site, Lettelleir made the announcement June 30 at the Paradise Lakes Condominium Association general meeting.

The Paradise worker reached Friday said the final papers have not been signed, but the sale is expected to be completed in the next week.

She said Forier has plans for changes at the resort, but she said Forier would be the best to explain his vision for Paradise. Forier was not able to be reached Friday.

The Pasco Property Appraiser's Office lists the 15-acre Paradise Lakes resort with a current taxable value of $1.1-million.

Other area nudist resorts include Caliente Resort & Spa, the Oasis, Lake Como Family Nudist Resort, Gulf Coast Nudist Resort and the Island Group.

Erin Sullivan can be reached at esullivan@sptimes.com or 813 909-4609.

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