When we were looking on where to retire several years ago we did 2, two week trips down to Florida to check out communities. The first trip We went to about 10 communities all spread out. A lot of Del webbs. The 2nd trip we drove down the east coast crossing over to the west coast and back up going North. All in all we must of went to 30-40 communities. From Solivita, to Mt Dora, to sun city, OTOTW , Villages of citrus Hills, Stone crest, Trilogy Pelican, etc. Some were older communities and looked it. All had ONE to TWO clubhouses. Some clubhouses were new and beautiful. What we did realize after visiting the Villages is that you definitely got more upgrades in the homes everywhere else for the same money. the homes in the villages for the same price had no tile, no granite, etc. After one day in the villages, we were hooked. Solivita I had really liked before seeing the villages but my husband said no way. He didnt like the area. But when I saw the life style of the villages, that was it. We bought the next day.We actually stayed at a friends house in Clermont at Heritage Hills. Beautiful home, beautiful clubhouse. I would of shot myself if I lived there!! LOL, BOREING!!
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