My go-to place for guests which is inside (air-conditioned) is the Stetson Mansion in Deland. Beautiful architecture & restoration, interesting history of John Stetson, the hat maker. Lots of great places for lunch or dinner in downtown Deland. a 90 minute drive from The Villages.
The Stetson Mansion - Deland, FL Even my guests that are not real interested in seeing old houses have loved the 2 hour tour. The guides bring the history to life. The couple who restored the mansion in the early 2000's live there.