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Originally Posted by graciegirl
The deed restrictions are more stringent south of 466 and on the west side north of 466.
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Thanks very, very much for pointing that out.
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Originally Posted by graciegirl
If you rented here you would do as we do and drive around and see where there are a lot of lawn ornaments and choose to live there if you like that freedom.
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No, we do not like areas with freedom. We have seen too many homeowners do stupid and tasteless things to their houses, which affect the home values of their neighbors.
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Originally Posted by graciegirl
The Villages is very beautiful and well kept and well ordered but it certainly isn't as posh as some areas in southern Florida. I like that even better, my rural roots fit in just fine.
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We only visited for a few days two weeks ago, but we got the same impression - beautifully maintained but not posh - and that REALLY appealed to us. We have seen other places in Florida where we could possibly afford a nicer house, but I always ask, "What would my wife and I do day in and day out?" At The Villages, the answer seems pretty clear: get involved in activities, meet people with similar interests, and enjoy life. Even learn line dancing.
By the way, your post where you summarized this thread was very good.