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Originally Posted by eweissenbach

Thoughtful post! We have stayed in Summerhill, just north of 466, and Hemingway, just north of 466A. We liked both areas, Summerhill for its proximity to southern trace and the businesses along 466, both squares, Savannah center, lots of exec courses, etc. We also have found Hemingway great for its proximity to many exec courses, rec centers, Sumter Square, country clubs and Colony for shopping. Everyone I have talked to seems to really be happy where they are, including the historic area and the far northwest. Our preference is to eventually buy south of 466 and close to either Buena Vista or Morse. The northeast is beautiful, and is definitely quieter, with much less traffic, but the deal killer for us is the shortage of convenient rec centers and executive courses, and the golf cart distance to the existing squares, not to mention Brownwood. Some people that like the things that the northeast offer are very happy there, and the homes there seem to sell for $10-30,000 less than some of the other villages. In the end, there is no bad choice, only different advantages to enjoying paradise.

Great points! In six years of looking at homes online and in person, you are so right about getting more home for you money in the northeast. I think the same holds true north of the Savannah Center off Buena Vista. As many have said, "all the villages are nice". The location you pick is based on the activities you plan to do (or not do). I'm use to running just up the street for milk and bread (plus an occasional 6-pack), so being fairly close to shopping is a must!