[Meddick]

Hello and welcome to TOTV. My wife and I are based in Charleston, WV although we are currently away on a temporary assignment. My wife is originally from the Charleston area (Big Chimney) but I am not.

Last month, we purchased a home in the Village of Collier. As West Virginians (one native, one by marriage) I can tell you that you will find many things to like at The Villages.

From what I have seen, you should look for one of the more established villages. To us, it looked like the newer ones are located such that only having a golf cart might be a stretch, at least until more stores move in nearby. For the most part, though, I think you can get by without a car if you move close to one of the established squares. Just factor in that you will be closer to the elements (rain, temperature) in a golf cart than you would be in a car.

When you set up your visit, be sure to make contact with the agent before hand to make she he or she knows where to focus your house hunting efforts.

Good luck!