OCALA, FL (352today.com) – A community is shaped by more than the buildings that line its streets. It’s shaped by the people who build them, the care that goes into the work and the relationships that stand behind each project.
For Stentiford Construction, those principles have guided the company for generations. And as the Ocala-based contractor takes on new residential projects throughout Marion County, that longstanding commitment to quality is helping shape some of the area’s newest places to call home.
Led by Paul Stentiford and his son Tyler, the family-owned company has spent decades establishing a reputation throughout North Central Florida. Paul earned his Florida General Contractor’s license in 1985, continuing a family tradition that spans three generations. Tyler joined the business approximately nine years ago, bringing experience in architecture, design, technology and project planning to complement his father’s decades of hands-on construction knowledge.
The result is a partnership that combines experience with a forward-looking approach to building.
While Stentiford Construction has long been recognized for its commercial work, including restaurants, professional buildings, renovations and specialized facilities, residential construction is an increasingly visible part of the company’s portfolio.
And some of that work is taking shape at The Club at Iron Lake.
A new chapter at Iron Lake
Formerly known as Club Adena, The Club at Iron Lake is entering an exciting new chapter with the development of IronCrest, a gated residential community designed to bring a variety of housing options to the established private club setting.
The residential vision includes everything from townhomes and villas to estate residences, custom homes and select homesites. With the existing golf, dining, fitness and recreational amenities of The Club at Iron Lake as its backdrop, the development is creating new opportunities for people interested in making this part of Ocala home.
Stentiford Construction is among the builders helping bring that vision to life.
One of the company’s newest projects is The Alexander, a spec home at Iron Lake that showcases another opportunity for prospective homeowners to experience the company’s approach to residential construction. As a spec home, The Alexander offers buyers the chance to explore a newly constructed residence without starting the building process from the ground up.
The company is also undertaking a substantial townhome project within the community, with 20 units being constructed. The development represents a significant residential undertaking for the Stentiford team and demonstrates its ability to manage multiple homes within a larger community while maintaining attention to the individual details that make a house feel like home.
For Paul and Tyler, the work reflects the same principles that have guided their commercial projects for years: careful planning, communication, quality workmanship and accountability.
A closer look at Stentiford craftsmanship
Those interested in seeing the company’s residential work firsthand will have an opportunity during the 2026 Marion County Building Industry Association Parade of Homes.
Stentiford Construction is showcasing its Fort King Townhome entry at 49 SE 15th Terrace in Ocala, giving visitors a chance to explore a professionally staged spec home located near downtown.
The three-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome offers 1,513 square feet of living space and includes a one-car garage. Listed at $310,000, the home provides a look at a different style of residential living than the larger homes being constructed at Iron Lake.
For prospective buyers, the Parade offers more than an opportunity to admire a finished home. It’s a chance to get a feel for the layout, finishes and details, while learning more about the builder behind the project.
The 2026 Parade takes place November 6-8 and November 13-15, with tours running from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free, and visitors can explore homes throughout Marion County.
Building a reputation that lasts
A look through Stentiford Construction’s portfolio offers a reminder of just how varied the company’s experience has become. From commercial spaces and local businesses to residential construction and projects requiring specialized planning, the company has built a reputation by taking on challenges and following through.
One particularly memorable example is the relocation of the historic Ma Barker House across Lake Weir in 2016, a complicated undertaking that demonstrated the planning, coordination and problem-solving skills behind the company’s work.
Today, that same experience is being applied to a different kind of project: helping create homes and communities where people can put down roots.
For Paul and Tyler, the goal isn’t simply to complete another building. It’s to deliver something that reflects the company’s standards and contributes positively to the community it has called home for generations.
With new opportunities taking shape at Iron Lake, 20 townhome units in the works and a Fort King entry in this year’s Parade of Homes, Stentiford Construction is continuing to demonstrate that a strong building legacy isn’t just about what has already been built.
It’s also about what comes next.