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Originally Posted by Craig Vernon
The Executive courses are in in the worst shape and whoever is in charge of them should be fired. FALSE.
Played twelve different courses and every one of them were equal to or better condition than last year. Exceptional...Belmont, Heron, Red Fox, Richmond Pitch/Putt
Snowbirds are sticking around longer. True
Restaurants and traffic were much higher through the first week in May than in previous years.
The north is older and less desirable than other areas. False
I must say the golf cart paths are far more confusing in the north but wow with country clubs like Glenview and Nancy Lopez. The north is a Gem.
Real Estate in the Villages is not affected by rates or down turns. False
Prices are dropping and supply is off the charts with more than 1500 homes for sale. Agents, both VLS and MLS were suggesting lower offers on our open house visits. One home priced at 611 dropped to 550K during our visit and the agent sent message stating owner accepting all offers.
Dabney and Lake Denham are in a different state. False
Someone at the pool said this to me (LOL). Good Place to get a value if you don't mind using your car or taking 40 minutes plus golf cart rides.
Eastport has a lottery on homes and lots. False
If there are multiple offers on the same property or site on the same morning then time limits are given in the order received to those wishing to purchase, however, most purchases are simply available or built and ready for sale. View lots sell very quickly.
Obviously, these are just my opinions and I welcome yours...  |
Mostly agree with two minor exceptions. Your observation regarding Executive conditions, while valid, would be very different if you were here during February. The northern golf cart paths are more confusing? I guess it’s just a matter of familiarity, I can navigate the northern areas without even having to think, but I get confused in the southern areas, especially around Brownwood. May is a great month in the Villages, totally different than the winter. After being here all winter, I’ve really enjoyed being here since returning during late May and early June. With beautiful weather, no daily lightning storms (yet), no crowds, and daylight until about 8:30, this place is an endless playground. I go to bed exhausted every night after working in the yard, bike riding, playing 18 holes, and swimming laps at one of the sports pools. The combination of no crowds, cheap golf with fast play and good conditions, and long days totally doesn’t suck : )