We have owned a courtyard villa since 2012. There are many companies who will take care of the yard maintenance for a reasonable fee. The Villages does a pretty nice job landscaping the villas, but many people add more as a matter of personal taste. Many also remove the grass and have hardscapes (rocks and mulch) installed. This reduces your maintenance costs, as you do not have to pay for mowing. I have found the irrigation system to be pretty maintenance free. It is completely separate from your household system and uses recycled water. It is also billed separately. I just set it and forget it. The new villas have rain and seasonal sensors that will adjust your water usage automatically based on the actual weather. Good luck in your search - I hope you find a great house in The Villages!
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