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Old 06-21-2020, 10:42 AM
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Given the current situation, I don't think your lifestyle experience will be anything like it used to be (and hopefully will be again soon!) It was awesome when we did it. Free entrance to most every thing, all rec centers were opened, so you could go play whatever group activities were going on, both inside and outside. The entertainment at the squares aren't happening, and the street vendors and Saturday markets aren't happening at this point. Some restaurants are opened with limited seating. It just won't be the same. Hopefully, they have greatly reduced the price. You will (or should I say, should) be getting a Villages real estate agent to drive you around to various models. Hopefully they will take you to areas other than 'south of hwy 44'. You probably won't get the true feel of the town centers, which will be sad, BUT, you should be able to play golf on certain course. They included 2 bicycles and a golf cart in our lovely 3/2 bungalo, which was fenced in, so we could bring our dog. I'd say, take advantage of it, but just know you want get the true feel of everything that is offered here. If they don't include an agent, our guy was Jim Amidei , and he is awesome 352 572 8747. He is very patient. Many folks buy within 1-3 days, seeing less than 6-7 houses. We had specific needs, and he worked with us for about 8 months, to make sure we found what we needed/wanted. Best of luck to you.