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Originally Posted by Randall55
Now we are on the same page.Things change every few years to meet the demands of the buyers. A big change was eliminating Interior walls for an open concept. I noticed Verandas are extremely popular now. Who knows? Maybe the future of the Villages is far more homes with fences. It would not be a stretch. Middleton homes have that in place.
As far as Courtyard villas, I think the name should be changed. Northern villas have true courtyards in the back and owners can use that large additional space as they wish. Many have built pools. In the south, there is barely room to walk. But, hey! Plenty of room in the garage! I do not find that appealing at all. Probably the reason Verandas are more popular. Just my opinion.
Wife and I are looking at older CYVs. We like the idea of a no maintenance, all-concrete back. Lived in larger Villages homes for many years and now we want small and private. Traveling is much easier without having to worry about the condition of a lawn, plants, and trees. Or, the Karens who will report you if your grass is two inches higher than theirs. And, let's not forget, the accumulation of dog poop while you are away.(We do not own a dog.)
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Agreed, even if we did not have a dog, we would still like a home with a wall in the back. Everyone is going to get to know their neighbors as the houses are close enough together, but the wall in back gives you just a bit more privacy. Also knocks down some sound. We are in Alden Bungalows and have plenty of room in the back for the dogs and a nice little yard with a tree in it and many shrubs. And an occasional snake.