We did it!!!!!

[Trish Crocker]

We put a deposit on a home in Fernandina..we planned to build but with circumstances being what they are we decided to buy a spec. Even tho this house is everything we said we didn't want (small bedrooms..west facing lanai) we bought it anyway! The master is stetched and the cabinet color is perfect for our furniture...we even like the granite. The thing that sold us was the expanded lanai with a pool...can't wait to get here!!!! By getting the spec it will enable us to move Steve's mom and dad down here right away so they can enjoy the Florida sunshine. Thanks all of you on TOTV...you have been a terrific source of info and support for us..Now, the really important part...can we still come to the Gilchrist gathering tonight or will we have to sit at a separate table for Ferdinanders??

[Suzi]

Congrats. I hope you both will be very happy with your choice. Perhaps we will be able to meet when we are able to move down from Michigan too. Best of luck.

[Bill-n-Brillo]

Congrats, Trish!

Bill :)

[Rbgold]

Congrats Trish! What great news! I don't think we will need a passport to visit Gillyland (at least not yet!) We have had a few "defectors" (who shall remain anonymous) but also some great additions to our little slice of paradise called Fernandina! Over the last several months through this forum, many of us have developed a special kinship for the Gillys, Ferns, Belles and Lattes and it's just beginning while we are in the process of designing, building and moving. It's all good - no matter where you are - as long as it's TV!
We are building in Fernandina 205 on Allaire Loop - where will you be?

Wishing you all the best and looking forward to meeting you!

Rona, Bill & Barney :doggie:

[Lpierleo]

Congratulations! Your home sounds beautiful and you sound very happy. Seems several on this post have purchased a spec instead of waiting to build. We are very excited for you. We have a home in Sanibel and they still let us participate. Enjoy!

[jackz]

Great News Trish.

Enjoy your new home.

[champion6]

Congrats... the best is yet to come!

[Rosie53]

Congratulations1 Our home is being built in Fernadina right now. According to pictures we've been getting its almost done! We close Jan 4th. We are on Birdsong Place. Only part time till we retire in 2 years, then we will be frogs! Where in Fernandina are you?

[2BNTV]

Congrats Trish and Steve. I am soooooooo happy for you!!!!

Best wishes as you start living the dream. :smiley:

[CaptJohn]

Congratulations from the wannabes! :laugh:

[asianthree]

Did the same bought with small bedrooms, but now i don't have to live with dirt

[gomoho]

Not to worry about the west facing lanai - you have a beautiful pool to cool of in.
Small bedrooms? - who cares how much time do you really spend in them. Enjoy everything The Villages has to offer and then some. Congratulations.

[stuckinparadise]

Congratulations!

[duffysmom]

Congratulation Trish, it sounds like you made a great decision. I agree that the West facing lanai works when you have a pool. As for the small bedrooms I never understood the allure of a large bedroom, I spend all my time on my lanai and very little time in my bedroom so it works great.:coolsmiley:

[keithwand]

Congrats from another Michiganian and Fernandian.
Our pool/ lanai faces West and we picked out the lot for that reason so we could enjoy nice sunsets.
No complaints.
I didn't know they were doing spec homes with pools so good to find out.

[Trish Crocker]

Thanks everyone! We bought an Iris on Brassie Terrace. We wanted a larger guest room for Steve's folks...we were wondering where we would put everything.We are bringing a small piano and a sewing machine table, I thought putting everything next to the folks bed would work...they could climb in from the foot..Steve didn't agree :). Actually, Steve is the one that wants the big room..needs someplace to put his computer and multiple screens, all I need is a chaise and a large glass.

[YouNeverKnow]

Congrats from another Michiganian and Fernandian.
Our pool/ lanai faces West and we picked out the lot for that reason so we could enjoy nice sunsets.
No complaints.
I didn't know they were doing spec homes with pools so good to find out.

We are also another Michigander that will be building in Fernandina! We will start building in April and move down to be Frogs this summer.
We are in Fernandina 206 on Abana Path!
Sounds like there will be quite a few Michiganders in Fernandina. Can't wait to meet all of you.
Fernandina sounds like it is going to be a great neighborhood!
Trish, congratulations! So happy you found a great home that was already built. :MOJE_whot:

[jojo]

Welcome, congratulations, enjoy!

[KathyW]

Congrats Trish! I am so jealous, but only six more months up here! I am so jealous that you have a pool......

[LynnDeb]

:bigbow:Congrats Trish and Steve

[uujudy]

Congrats!!!! Welcome!!!!

[Happinow]

Congratulations! I feel your excitement! It's great that you found a spec home....it will make life much easier. Welcome.....

[junction29]

We put a deposit on a home in Fernandina..we planned to build but with circumstances being what they are we decided to buy a spec. Even tho this house is everything we said we didn't want (small bedrooms..west facing lanai) we bought it anyway! The master is stetched and the cabinet color is perfect for our furniture...we even like the granite. The thing that sold us was the expanded lanai with a pool...can't wait to get here!!!! By getting the spec it will enable us to move Steve's mom and dad down here right away so they can enjoy the Florida sunshine. Thanks all of you on TOTV...you have been a terrific source of info and support for us..Now, the really important part...can we still come to the Gilchrist gathering tonight or will we have to sit at a separate table for Ferdinanders??

Congratulations and welcome to the community.

It was really great to meet you tonight, another great couple for our neighbourhood. :welcome::welcome::welcome:

[EVTheVillages]

We put a deposit on a home in Fernandina..we planned to build but with circumstances being what they are we decided to buy a spec. Even tho this house is everything we said we didn't want (small bedrooms..west facing lanai) we bought it anyway! The master is stetched and the cabinet color is perfect for our furniture...we even like the granite. The thing that sold us was the expanded lanai with a pool...can't wait to get here!!!! By getting the spec it will enable us to move Steve's mom and dad down here right away so they can enjoy the Florida sunshine. Thanks all of you on TOTV...you have been a terrific source of info and support for us..Now, the really important part...can we still come to the Gilchrist gathering tonight or will we have to sit at a separate table for Ferdinanders??

Congratulations on your purchase here! The area here is excited to have you....

[graciegirl]

Trish and Doc.

I am so happy for you!!!!!!!

Please read your PM's. I have lost your email address and I want to feed you on Monday night.

Hugs and love.
Moi

[tainsley]

Welcome home!

[shcisamax]

We put a deposit on a home in Fernandina..we planned to build but with circumstances being what they are we decided to buy a spec. Even tho this house is everything we said we didn't want (small bedrooms..west facing lanai) we bought it anyway! The master is stetched and the cabinet color is perfect for our furniture...we even like the granite. The thing that sold us was the expanded lanai with a pool...can't wait to get here!!!! By getting the spec it will enable us to move Steve's mom and dad down here right away so they can enjoy the Florida sunshine. Thanks all of you on TOTV...you have been a terrific source of info and support for us..Now, the really important part...can we still come to the Gilchrist gathering tonight or will we have to sit at a separate table for Ferdinanders??

My understanding from a reliable source is that TV is building right now 15 pools (that need to be done in 45 days!) on spec homes and will continue to build many spec homes with pools. These will be very nice homes done with the bells and whistles. This is a real find for people that would have preferred to build but can't wrap their minds around all of it or the timing doesn't work because they close on their sale earlier or because they can't get a design appointment. Another savvy move. I think they will continue to do custom but proportionately they are going to bump up their specs (making many of them really high end specs) which will make their build out schedule go much more smoothly.

BTW: CONGRATS!

[Schaumburger]

Thanks everyone! We bought an Iris on Brassie Terrace. We wanted a larger guest room for Steve's folks...we were wondering where we would put everything.We are bringing a small piano and a sewing machine table, I thought putting everything next to the folks bed would work...they could climb in from the foot..Steve didn't agree :). Actually, Steve is the one that wants the big room..needs someplace to put his computer and multiple screens, all I need is a chaise and a large glass.

Trish, Congratulations -- this is great news. I hope you, Steve and your in-laws enjoy many great times in your new home. :)

[graciegirl]

Trish and Doc and doc's sweet parents.

So very lucky here in lower Paradist to get all of you joining us. I know that you will be so happy here.

Welcome with love to all of you.