The trolley tours each have their specific focus: Tours leaving from Brownwood emphasize that area and the new area called Fenney. Tours leaving from Lake Sumter emphasize "the lifestyle" and Tours leaving from Spanish Springs emphasize the history. I wouldn't do all three unless you have too much time on your hands....they are each a couple hours and occupy a half day in getting there, parking, waiting to load, touring, breaks at the Rec. centers, etc. Prioritize...if you think you might buy new construction in Fenney take that tour. If you think you might buy a resale in the Spanish Springs or Lake Sumter area take that tour.
House hunting....it can occupy your whole time here...try to research 5 or 6 houses you want to see ahead of time (ERA Grizzard has an easy to use website for MLS listings and The Villages site is great for their own listings....note that all homes for sale are not listed in one convenient place) Narrow your focus....it can be overwhelming if you don't.
Go to all three squares....note the crowds (that is exciting for some people...bothersome for others) Take note of the different architecture and "feeling" each square projects....one may be a better fit...Spanish Springs happens to be my favorite.
I believe you will get a daily paper on the lifestyle visit...look at all of the special happenings...steak night at certain country clubs, holiday craft shows and music, market nights at the squares, club meetings you are interested in sitting in on, etc.
Talk to the people at the pool! Most lifestyle visitors are in the same area so they will have experiences to share. My parents were just on a lifestyle visit at Alden Bungalows....many others were too and we met them at the pool.
Evan's Prairie Country Club was one of our favorites....great food, little wait time, lovely atmosphere....less crowded than the restaurants at the squares. Enjoy a little R & R by the pool during your visit!!!!!!
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