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Originally Posted by Seasonal
Within the next year, the wife and I plan to retire and purchase a second home in Florida. Another set of snow birds, yeah! 
We have driven through the Villages and love the new homes available online but we have one thought that keeps us away. I wanted to ask about this to see if our thought is correct or way off base.
"Oh the humanity!" is our thought. Once we left our new Village home, all we would encounter is a crush of people. Decide to go food shopping, crowds. Golfing or swimming, people everywhere. Enjoy a beer and music on the square and it's like a day at Disney. Wherever you are standing, you are in the way.
We are are looking to slow down some. Enjoy the warm weather with our little dogs without giving up all privacy.
We will certainly rent something in the Villages and other areas in Florida for a month or two prior to purchasing anything but the thought around the crowds is our concern.
I've read this forum for years and enjoy the conversation. Thought I would state our concern, seeking comments. |
The Villages and almost everywhere in Florida is kinda crammed during high season; January, February and March, but not so much the rest of the year so if you plan to be snow birds you will usually have a lot more folks around you.
However, in going to the rec centers for activities such as I do; painting, clay, crafting, etc., it is never crowded. Exercise classes in rec centers are crowded during high season, but not so much line dancing and the plethora of other activities.
I think it wise to come and rent when you would be snow birding to get a feel. The Villages is very beautiful and sought after.