The best months are actually April through November. No crowds, less traffic, available tee times, warmer pools, no lines to go to dinner, lower rent, and the list goes on. My personal favorite months are May and October. Even April seems to stay pretty busy now so I like May better. And I agree with some others on renting through owners. You get better value and nicer homes. Just shop carefully. The Villages is a huge place and I would really want to know where my home would be. That only happens with a private rental. Go to
www.thevillages4rent.com and the homes show which village they are in.