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Originally Posted by Sandy and Ed
4). get one where the lanai has been enclosed. You’re not going to want to sit out in a screened lanai in August heat or when the storms hit
5). Don’t get a corner villa but do try to get one on an oversized lot.
Corner lots are larger but come with added landscape upkeep but oversized lots give you the extra room behind the courtyard wall.
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We have a CYV oversized corner lot. Our first home was a CYV that was not a corner lot. If I had to do it over again, I would ONLY look for a corner lot. In my case I have both sides of the house on my lot - great to use one side to hide the pool equipment. The upkeep is minimal since I replaced all grass with stone. I trim the bushes and trees along the road twice a year.
My lanai is not enclosed. I have a 1,300 sq ft birdcage that fills the back yard. My lanai opens directly onto the birdcage. 2/3 of the birdcage has a vinyl cover, so no rain, and blocks direct sun. I have no issues with heat or storms.
Just another perspective!