The Village of Fenney

[retiredguy123]

The Villages has expanded south of Route 44, and has constructed several new villages there. But, many people seem to think that everything located south of Rt 44 is called Fenney. It's not. Fenney is just one of many villages in that area. I recently visited the new Everglades Rec Center, and a sales agent I met there told me that I was in Fenney. When I told her that we were not in Fenney, but actually adjacent to the Village of Marsh Bend, she insisted that I was wrong. Some of the villages south of Rt 44 are Fenney, Desoto, McClure, Monarch Grove, Marsh Bend, Linden, Chitty Chatty, and Bradford. These are all residential villages, and Fenney is just one of them.

[champion6]

<snip> I recently visited the new Everglades Rec Center, and a sales agent I met there told me that I was in Fenney. When I told her that we were not in Fenney, but actually adjacent to the Village of Marsh Bend, she insisted that I was wrong. <snip>LOL. I am immediately reminded of the many posts on TOTV which say, "My sales rep told us ..." This should be a Lesson Learned for everyone. --> Trust no one. Verify everything.

[CFrance]

LOL. I am immediately reminded of the many posts on TOTV which say, "My sales rep told us ..." This should be a Lesson Learned for everyone. --> Trust no one. Verify everything.
Made me laugh too... in 2011 we were told build out would be in two years!:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[mbraun179]

Technically it’s Southern Oaks which encompasses all of those villages

[tophcfa]

Technically it’s Southern Oaks which encompasses all of those villages

Technically it’s “No Championship Golf”, which encompasses all of those Villages.

[John_W]

It will take a while. Like everything on St. Charles is Buttonwood, or everything on Belvedere is Belvedere. I usually say Fenney because most people don't know the other names yet. Maybe when neighborhood softball teams start playing. I remember when playing teams like Hillsborough and Charlotte and saying, where is that?

[vintageogauge]

The original development was "The Villages of Fenney" Phases I, II, and III. DeSoto is the only other named village that is within The Villages of Fenney and The Villages of Fenney are not part of Southern Oaks. The area west of the Fox golf courses Fenney Grove, when developed will also be part of The Villages of Fenney but not part of Southern Oaks.

[VApeople]

Technically it’s Southern Oaks which encompasses all of those villages

To us, it is the Area of Beautiful Walking Trails. We go there several times a week just to walk on paths with no cars or golf carts.

What they are doing in Chitty-Chatty and Bradford is even better than the areas south of the turnpike.

[photo1902]

The original development was "The Villages of Fenney" Phases I, II, and III. DeSoto is the only other named village that is within The Villages of Fenney and The Villages of Fenney are not part of Southern Oaks. The area west of the Fox golf courses Fenney Grove, when developed will also be part of The Villages of Fenney but not part of Southern Oaks.

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[jmcica@aol.com]

Can anyone share info on which of these new villages might be worth looking at? Have been to Fenney and a few others but anyone who lives there - can you share your thoughts-AND is Chitty Chatty the closest to Brownwood ?
Thanks in advance

[retiredguy123]

Can anyone share info on which of these new villages might be worth looking at? Have been to Fenney and a few others but anyone who lives there - can you share your thoughts-AND is Chitty Chatty the closest to Brownwood ?
Thanks in advance
Personally, I think Chitty Chatty will be a very good location because it is very close to Lake Deaton Plaza. Also, I think Chitty Chatty will be closer to Brownwood than Fenney, but not by much. It is about 5.5 miles from the Fenney Grill to Brownwood via Rt 301. I think it will be less than 5 miles from Chitty Chatty to Brownwood via Rt 44.

[cmj1210]

It’s called Southern Oaks but because Fenney was the 1 st village everyone calls it Fenney including the sales reps 🤷*♀️

The Villages has expanded south of Route 44, and has constructed several new villages there. But, many people seem to think that everything located south of Rt 44 is called Fenney. It's not. Fenney is just one of many villages in that area. I recently visited the new Everglades Rec Center, and a sales agent I met there told me that I was in Fenney. When I told her that we were not in Fenney, but actually adjacent to the Village of Marsh Bend, she insisted that I was wrong. Some of the villages south of Rt 44 are Fenney, Desoto, McClure, Monarch Grove, Marsh Bend, Linden, Chitty Chatty, and Bradford. These are all residential villages, and Fenney is just one of them.

[vintageogauge]

It’s called Southern Oaks but because Fenney was the 1 st village everyone calls it Fenney including the sales reps 🤷*♀️

The acreage within Fenney and DeSoto are not part of Southern Oaks, look it up.

[Marvic 1]

To me, anything south of 466A is part of Orlando.....:D

[VApeople]

Can anyone share info on which of these new villages might be worth looking at?

I would stay away from Marsh Bend. It only has one road in and out and I suspect the traffic will be very heavy. If you live in DeLuna, it will be a long drive to get out.

I like the look of Monarch Grove. Wherever you live in that neighborhood, it is a short drive to get to 501.

The new village of Bradford looks good to me. There will be several pools and, I think, a new rec center like Rohan. I wonder if they will build a place like Enda's. It is a huge area and I suspect it will offer a lot.

As for Chitty Chatty, I would not buy there because it will be hard to turn left on 468. Yeah, they might say there will be a traffic light, but I will believe it when I see it.

[Homer49]

Can anyone share info on which of these new villages might be worth looking at? Have been to Fenney and a few others but anyone who lives there - can you share your thoughts-AND is Chitty Chatty the closest to Brownwood ?
Thanks in advance

We just bought in Marsh Bend. My estimated route of the cart path has the distance from Cattail Rec Center to the square at Brownwood at ~3.0-miles if/when the bridge and path are finished.

The new Village of DeLuna, which is just opening up now, will be even closer as the Turnpike bridge is very close to the Water Lily Rec Center there.

The walking and bicycling trails in that area were a draw for us.

[John_W]

We just bought in Marsh Bend. My estimated route of the cart path has the distance from Cattail Rec Center to the square at Brownwood at ~3.0-miles if/when the bridge and path are finished.

The new Village of DeLuna, which is just opening up now, will be even closer as the Turnpike bridge is very close to the Water Lily Rec Center there.

The walking and bicycling trails in that area were a draw for us.

That's amazing. I live 14 miles from Fenney in the Village of Tamarind Grove and I'm only 4 miles from Brownwood, but I also only 3-1/2 miles from LSL.

[Altavia]

Can anyone share info on which of these new villages might be worth looking at? Have been to Fenney and a few others but anyone who lives there - can you share your thoughts-AND is Chitty Chatty the closest to Brownwood ?
Thanks in advance

Deluna will be closest (~3mi) to Brownwood whenever the turnpike bridge and connecting paths are completed.

[vintageogauge]

That's amazing. I live 14 miles from Fenney in the Village of Tamarind Grove and I'm only 4 miles from Brownwood, but I also only 3-1/2 miles from LSL.

By golf car Marsh Bend will be much closer than Fenney, it's a pretty lengthy golf car ride from Fenney to the bridge. Chitty Chatty is over 7 miles from Paddock Square via golf car Bradford even further when using the new bridge over 44 when it is completed.

[rahart]

Southern Oaks

[Trishakaye]

Technically it’s Southern Oaks which encompasses all of those villages

Finally someone gets it right!

[theruizs]

We’re in Charlotte south of 466A and north of 44. With all that’s planned for south of 44, we will eventually be centrally located in TV, LOL.

[Rosebud1949]

Sorry none of them, too many cookie cutter houses..... Anything below 44.. is beyond where we want to go or visit...... too many houses too little facilities

[M2inOR]

Re: Marsh Bend Trail

True today, only one paved road in from Everglades/Magnolia up to Deluna and Water Lily Rec Center. That's where the Turnpike bridge will be, someday.

However, Marsh Bend Trail continues northwest as a dirt road, all the way to 301, just south of the Turnpike exit. Construction vehicles are already using it.

The master plan indicates this road will eventually be paved, and TV development will occur between Deluna and 301.

The live oaks, walking trails, and the future connectivity to Brownwood are what broad us to Marsh Bend. 3.2 miles to Paddock Square, someday...

[vintageogauge]

Sorry none of them, too many cookie cutter houses..... Anything below 44.. is beyond where we want to go or visit...... too many houses too little facilities

Actually in most sections there is more green space and more variety of home styles south of 44 than anywhere else in TV. There are also amenities south of 44 that are not available anywhere else in TV. It's amazing how quickly a section of lots will sell out when they open them, usually within one day.

[hardwick2112@yahoo.com]

You cannot trust TV's sales agents. Ours, Frank and Judi told us that the bridge over the turnpike would be open last Fall. As of today, 4 pilings are in the ground; such a miserable start. Also, they said the grocery and drug stores in Magnolia plaza would be open and serving us down south late 2019. It will be another year before that happens. What one must realize is the Morse family is only interested in money, money, money. That is why they are stopping construction in Marsh Bend and focusing 100% on Chitty Chatty and Bradford. Why, the bridge and ramps are going up in record time. They abandon us in Marsh Bend for profits in Chitty Chatty and Bradford. I've yet to see a master plan with milestones. Why, all about profits. Sell, sell, see; over promise, over promise, under deliver, under deliver, under deliver. Just bring home the profits.

[leeannske]

Can anyone share info on which of these new villages might be worth looking at? Have been to Fenney and a few others but anyone who lives there - can you share your thoughts-AND is Chitty Chatty the closest to Brownwood ?
Thanks in advance

Once Waterlily Bridge, the bridge over the turnpike gets into place, the Village of DeLuna will be closest to Brownwood, I believe. Activity on the bridge has begun. One set of piers are in the ground on the south side of the turnpike and there is daily activity on the north side. Can't tell what they are doing but there are trucks, people, and other heavy duty equipment. Activity has also started on Magnolia Plaza, but it will be awhile until anything is opened. Chitty Chatty will be close to Lake Deaton plaza, but not the closest to Brownwood.

[OhioBuckeye]

To me, anything south of 466A is part of Orlando.....:D

I agree if you drive another 50 miles.😎

[leeannske]

Actually, the road in DeLuna will also exit onto 301. The road is in place now, but is a dirt road. It's currently used by the construction traffic. There's quite a bit of land between where the housing stops and 301. Very curious what they are going to do with that.

The land that Fenney and DeSoto are on was originally a parcel called Wildwood Springs.

[davem4616]

Can anyone share info on which of these new villages might be worth looking at? Have been to Fenney and a few others but anyone who lives there - can you share your thoughts-AND is Chitty Chatty the closest to Brownwood ?
Thanks in advance


I suspect that Chitty Chatty is the closest to Brownwood's Paddock Square....(via CR 44....but that might change when the other golf cart bridge is open)

we took a drive through Chitty Chatty it looked nice...but it certainly seemed a little isolated from all the rest of the villages in "Fenny" (sorry I had to do that)

[cmj1210]

No need to look it up I am not looking for an argument. My mistake. 🤷*♀️

The acreage within Fenney and DeSoto are not part of Southern Oaks, look it up.

[claylayer]

We were told in 2008 that the buildout would be completed that year! LOL!

[neilbcox]

All master plan legal development documents, including the Sumpter Co contract, for the area south of Hwy 44 was called FENNY..Phase one, two and three.

[vintageogauge]

No need to look it up I am not looking for an argument. My mistake. 🤷*♀️

Just The Facts Ma'am. 4q2

[kendi]

The Villages has expanded south of Route 44, and has constructed several new villages there. But, many people seem to think that everything located south of Rt 44 is called Fenney. It's not. Fenney is just one of many villages in that area. I recently visited the new Everglades Rec Center, and a sales agent I met there told me that I was in Fenney. When I told her that we were not in Fenney, but actually adjacent to the Village of Marsh Bend, she insisted that I was wrong. Some of the villages south of Rt 44 are Fenney, Desoto, McClure, Monarch Grove, Marsh Bend, Linden, Chitty Chatty, and Bradford. These are all residential villages, and Fenney is just one of them.

Wow, I'm surprised a Villages sales agent didn't know. That's pretty bad especially since TV brings the agents together before a new reveal to provide the updated information. At least then did prior to the social distancing.

Oops Just saw the correction, the sales agent knew what they were talking about. Should have taken a step back before responding.

[FenneyFanatic]

It’s always interesting when folks claim to have all the facts but cannot spell FENNEY correctly.

[ithos]

Wow, I'm surprised a Villages sales agent didn't know. That's pretty bad especially since TV brings the agents together before a new reveal to provide the updated information. At least then did prior to the social distancing.

Oops Just saw the correction, the sales agent knew what they were talking about. Should have taken a step back before responding.

On the map I see the villages of Desoto, Fenney, Marsh Bend, Linden, McClure and Monarch Grove south of 44. If you look up the neighborhood under the homes search it should tell you. Perhaps on the legal docs it may be different.

[genobambino]

I don't understand why everyone is so obsessed with Brownwood, after you live here a year or two you probably will rarely go to Brownwood or any other square. The only time we go to a square is to let visitors see them.

[ithos]

And they are offering custom homes on the north east side of the turnpike off Morse Blvd. They are listed as being in the Village of Bradford

[ithos]

Wow, I'm surprised a Villages sales agent didn't know. That's pretty bad especially since TV brings the agents together before a new reveal to provide the updated information. At least then did prior to the social distancing.

Oops Just saw the correction, the sales agent knew what they were talking about. Should have taken a step back before responding.

On the map I see the villages of Desoto, Fenney, Marsh Bend, Linden, McClure and Monarch Grove south of 44. If you look up the neighborhood under the homes search it should tell you. Perhaps on the legal docs it may be different.

[wayneman]

My only advice to potential buyers is to check the price of the bonds. The price of the homes have gone up which is to be expected. The shock is the increase in the bonds.
Somebody has to pay for the huge amounts of infrastructure.

[John_W]

I don't understand why everyone is so obsessed with Brownwood, after you live here a year or two you probably will rarely go to Brownwood or any other square. The only time we go to a square is to let visitors see them.

That's because you're obviously not into live music, or going to MVP Health Club and working out, watching college or NFL football games. That's the reasons I like BW, and I also like the French Dip sandwich at McAlister's Deli. Once in a while I like wings, and and unadvertised lunch special at Gators Dockside is 10 wings of your choice, fries, blue cheese and a drink for $10.99, and the all the sports channels on TV.

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And they are offering custom homes on the north east side of the turnpike off Morris Blvd. They are listed as being in the Village of Bradford

The road is named after the developer, the Morse Family.

[cindyfeh]

I don't understand why everyone is so obsessed with Brownwood, after you live here a year or two you probably will rarely go to Brownwood or any other square. The only time we go to a square is to let visitors see them.
Everyone is different. Before the pandemic, I walked to the square almost everyday. Some of us bought our homes to be walkable or very assessable to a square.

[jmcica@aol.com]

Thank you very much- very good info

[Ipecoraro]

You are right.

[Bogie Shooter]

My only advice to potential buyers is to check the price of the bonds. The price of the homes have gone up which is to be expected. The shock is the increase in the bonds.
Somebody has to pay for the huge amounts of infrastructure.

You do know what the home bond is used for, right?

[NavyVet]

Sorry none of them, too many cookie cutter houses..... Anything below 44.. is beyond where we want to go or visit...... too many houses too little facilities

A limited number of floor plans to choose from.
A limited number of paint colors and packages to choose from.
New homes constructed and closed on in under 60 days.
Um ... other than a few custom homes prior to 2003, and maybe premier homes, doesn't that make pretty much make MOST of The Villages from Route 42 South 'cookie-cutter'? Just wondering.

[Carol Fiore]

I would stay away from Marsh Bend. It only has one road in and out and I suspect the traffic will be very heavy. If you live in DeLuna, it will be a long drive to get out.

I like the look of Monarch Grove. Wherever you live in that neighborhood, it is a short drive to get to 501.

The new village of Bradford looks good to me. There will be several pools and, I think, a new rec center like Rohan. I wonder if they will build a place like Enda's. It is a huge area and I suspect it will offer a lot.

As for Chitty Chatty, I would not buy there because it will be hard to turn left on 468. Yeah, they might say there will be a traffic light, but I will believe it when I see it.



They are going to extend the road by DeLuna to RT 301 close to the turnpike. So there will be 2 roads in and out. The bridge to Brownwood is right by DeLuna. Marsh Bend has the beautiful recreation area of Everglades and we will have a shopping area. I live in Marsh Bend so I find your comment insulting. We love it here!

[427dave]

Made me laugh too... in 2011 we were told build out would be in two years!:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

When we moved here in 2001 we were told that highway 466, which was 2 lane then, was as far south as they were going. Also Summerhill was a farmers field with cows and they said it would be a cold day in h--- before he would sell, guess what it got real cold.

[CoachKandSportsguy]

We own in Marsh Bend, and we bought for the walking trails and the soccer field(s) as many future owners will be soccer players versus traditional sports, and close to a plaza and bridge to Brownwood. Not great on TV amenities, especially championship golf, but I am not golfing 18 holes a day. It was a future buy to actually moving down in 2-3 years, which will have the plaza finished, and the bridge finished, so it was a plan ahead purchase, versus a what's available now purchase. Plus, its nearly a straight shot to the turnpike to Orlando, little traffic, 1 light, and one turn.

So for an outsider, there are different viewpoints than those already in the bubble, or different perks for different jerks. . .

sportsguy

[lorilorilori]

To me, anything south of 466A is part of Orlando.....:D

And I thought we were just North of Miami.:bigbow:

[vintageogauge]

All master plan legal development documents, including the Sumpter Co contract, for the area south of Hwy 44 was called FENNY..Phase one, two and three.

Correct, The Villages of Fenney Phase 1 is the village of Fenney north of Fenney Way, Phase 2 is the village of Fenney south of Fenney Way, and phase 3 is DeSoto. All other villages south of 44 are in Southern Oaks or Westlake. They originally showed McLure as part of The Villages of Fenney but for some reason changed it.

[Gunny2403]

LOL. I am immediately reminded of the many posts on TOTV which say, "My sales rep told us ..." This should be a Lesson Learned for everyone. --> Trust no one. Verify everything.
My Villages sales rep. told me that she would hold my deposit check on a house. 10 hours later we (wife and I) decided we acted to quickly. Villages Rep. told me that I lost the $10,000 deposit. In fairness we had signed the papers but were under the illusion that we would get our money back.

[MSchad]

Correct, The Villages of Fenney Phase 1 is the village of Fenney north of Fenney Way, Phase 2 is the village of Fenney south of Fenney Way, and phase 3 is DeSoto. All other villages south of 44 are in Southern Oaks or Westlake. They originally showed McLure as part of The Villages of Fenney but for some reason changed it.
Interesting since there are no gates separating or even indicating where the villages of McClure and DeSoto meet stop/start.

[retiredguy123]

Interesting since there are no gates separating or even indicating where the villages of McClure and DeSoto meet stop/start.
I am pretty sure there are signs and gates for DeSoto and McClure. Usually there is an electronic card access gate and sign where you enter a village, but just a gate where you exit the village. The gates and signs will be on the residential street going into the village, but not on the main road.

[CoachKandSportsguy]

My Villages sales rep. told me that she would hold my deposit check on a house. 10 hours later we (wife and I) decided we acted to quickly. Villages Rep. told me that I lost the $10,000 deposit. In fairness we had signed the papers but were under the illusion that we would get our money back.

There are federal laws for changing your mind on only a couple of items, as very well explained here:
Can You Change Your Mind After Agreeing To Buy A Home? | Bankrate.com (https://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/change-your-mind-after-agree-to-buy-home.aspx)

The change of mind seldom applies to single family homes, unlike common interest properties, such as condos. In florida there is a change of mind option for condominiums, which is where you were not detailed enough in your due diligence or understanding your options prior to signing.

It pays to consult with a lawyer to know your rights, before you make any large investments.. . .

sportsguy

[retiredguy123]

My Villages sales rep. told me that she would hold my deposit check on a house. 10 hours later we (wife and I) decided we acted to quickly. Villages Rep. told me that I lost the $10,000 deposit. In fairness we had signed the papers but were under the illusion that we would get our money back.
That sounds very unusual to me, especially if it was for a new house. I think I would ask to discuss it with the broker. Even if the law is on their side, I think The Villages would at least allow you to apply the deposit to another house. If it was for a pre-owned house, I don't think the seller gets the money anyway.

[Boston1945]

Trust me.it won't to long and you will be able to use your golf cart and drive to Disney.

[HoosierPa]

Technically it’s “No Championship Golf”, which encompasses all of those Villages.

Technically the people south of 44 don’t care. Technically the areas north of 44 don’t have championship walking and bicycle riding trails like south of 44

[WEHOWL]

You can trust the sales people. They provide only the information that they know at the time, in good faith. Things change quickly; challenges arise. Properties of the Villages employs agents with high standards; albeit not perfect. They do the best they can at the time.

[WEHOWL]

Feel good about your decision. It is a good one with so much to look forward to!

[coffeebean]

I don't understand why everyone is so obsessed with Brownwood, after you live here a year or two you probably will rarely go to Brownwood or any other square. The only time we go to a square is to let visitors see them.

Hubby and I have lived her full time since 2016 and before that we were seasonal for 5 years. We still go to the squares to listen to music and people watch. It is enjoyable, especially having a glass of wine to go with the entertainment. We stay away in the summer months because of the heat and humidity but truly enjoy during the cooler months.

Some of the bands that play at the squares are really good.

[UpNorth]

Technically it’s “No Championship Golf”, which encompasses all of those Villages.

But luckily, you're closer to less expensive, more reasonably priced golf courses than anything The Villages has to offer.

[vintageogauge]

Interesting since there are no gates separating or even indicating where the villages of McClure and DeSoto meet stop/start.

Correct, they each have entrance gates on Fenney Way but do not have one where they meet. Same situation between Linden and Monarch grove as well as between Marsh Bend and DeLuna. I believe there are lots of villages north of 44 that don't show where one ends and the other starts.

[coffeebean]

Correct, they each have entrance gates on Fenney Way but do not have one where they meet. Same situation between Linden and Monarch grove as well as between Marsh Bend and DeLuna. I believe there are lots of villages north of 44 that don't show where one ends and the other starts.

That is true of The Villages of Mallory, Amelia and Hadley. The entrance and entrance sign to Mallory/Amelia is off Morse Blvd. at Odell Circle North. The entrance and entrance sign to Hadley is at Odell Circle South off Morse Blvd. As you drive from the Mallory/Amelia gate on Odell Circle, the Mallory mail center is on the left. Drive along Odell Circle further and the Amelia mail center is on the right.

I assume Amelia begins where their mail center is. Continue driving on Odell Circle heading towards Morse Blvd., the Hadley Mail center is on the right. I assume that is where the village of Hadley begins. Hadley ends/begins at Morse Blvd. My assumptions may be wrong but that is how I define the location of these villages in my mind. My explanation is probably as clear as mud. I tried.

[John_W]

...I believe there are lots of villages north of 44 that don't show where one ends and the other starts.

If you drive south on St. Charles, you'll go right through Pennecamp, Buttonwood, Tamarind Grove and St. James and won't know one from another. You will pass the St. James pool/mail stop, so you have that going for you.

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

I was here in 2001 , it was clear when I bought that they would soon be building across 466 , I then bought early near LSL , again it was clear that eventually they would build across 466a where I bought again , while the family crossing 44 was a surprise, it’s also the natural progression of there plan and I have moved again with them , change is good especially the way the family does it

[Love2Swim]

Everyone is different. Before the pandemic, I walked to the square almost everyday. Some of us bought our homes to be walkable or very assessable to a square.

We like being close to the square, Sumter Landing, but I only go for groceries and to the movies. In the high season it’s swarmed with tourists. Not my thing. We rarely go for the music unless it’s a really good band.

[JIMLUPO77]

Simple...…………. To a new yorker ( person from the city ), where anything north of westchester is canada ..................…. To a 10 year villager , anything south of 44 is fenney,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,simple !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[TimeForChange]

Until they have golf cart access from North of 44 and a Championship golf course I won't be going there.

[vintageogauge]

Simple...…………. To a new yorker ( person from the city ), where anything north of westchester is canada ..................…. To a 10 year villager , anything south of 44 is fenney,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,simple !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Simple yet erroneous.

[Lauriebhome]

Can anyone share info on which of these new villages might be worth looking at? Have been to Fenney and a few others but anyone who lives there - can you share your thoughts-AND is Chitty Chatty the closest to Brownwood ?
Thanks in advance

DeLuna will be the closest Village to Brownwood (by golf cart), as it is adjacent to the bridge over the Turnpike, and then just a few minutes on the path to cross the bridge over SR44

[vintageogauge]

DeLuna will be the closest Village to Brownwood (by golf cart), as it is adjacent to the bridge over the Turnpike, and then just a few minutes on the path to cross the bridge over SR44

Parts of Marsh Bend will be just as close as Parts of DeLuna to the Turnpike bridge however by car I believe Chitty Chatty would be the closest.

[JoMar]

Parts of Marsh Bend will be just as close as Parts of DeLuna to the Turnpike bridge however by car I believe Chitty Chatty would be the closest.

What"s a car?

[vintageogauge]

What"s a car?

It's a comfortable, roomy, cool, dry, and safe alternative to the standard mode of transportation in TV. It is over 7 miles from Chitty Chatty to Paddock Square by golf car and less than 4 by car.

[DON10E]

It will take a while. Like everything on St. Charles is Buttonwood, or everything on Belvedere is Belvedere. I usually say Fenney because most people don't know the other names yet. Maybe when neighborhood softball teams start playing. I remember when playing teams like Hillsborough and Charlotte and saying, where is that?

Fenney has been playing in the neighborhood league for a few years now. You may be right for when they play in Everglades. For now we just switch be tween Saddlebrook and Buffalo Glen.

[DON10E]

Can anyone share info on which of these new villages might be worth looking at? Have been to Fenney and a few others but anyone who lives there - can you share your thoughts-AND is Chitty Chatty the closest to Brownwood ?
Thanks in advance

I love living in Fenney for a few reasons. Because we are the most westerly village south of 44, we only draw it-R’s from the East. Other villages draw from all directions. This means golf and pickleball is less crowded. We also have much less traffic.

I don’t have a golf cart yet because we don’t yet have the bridge, but we are only about 10 minutes to Brownwood and most other places by car on 301. Buffalo Glen is 20 minutes from the house and saddlebrook 25.

Once all the bridges go up I expect our property values to rise significantly. I also expect the quality of life to improve once the Magnolia shopping center is completed next to Everglades. Proximity to Publix!

Of course, your mileage may vary. Hope that helps.