I have sold and built pools & spas most of my adult life. My wife and I had always had a pool or a spa or both everywhere we lived. We moved to The Villages two years ago. First part time, now full time. I am of the opinion that we will probably never own a pool as long as we are in the Villages. Most of neighborhoods south of 466 have so many pools to choose from it just doen't seem to make sense owning one. I do miss my hot tub and might recommend a swim spa. They can be used for exercise, swimming in place against a strong current, or as a hot tub in the winter especially. They are small enough that maintenance is not much of an issue. Can be covered with a hard locked down cover and in most cases,can be drained if needed to be.
Not sure of the costs, I use to install for around 20k, they are fiberglass and installation is pretty quick and minimally invasive. I might also recommend if you think you are going to want a pool installed make sure you buy a homesite that will accomadate the size of pool and enclosure you might want.
If your building new it would be best to do it when the house is being constructed.
D.G.
"Retired and trying to stay that way"
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