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Laker14 09-22-2022 06:08 AM

Newer Southern Villages-Golf Cart Living
 
As TV has, and will continue to expand southward, creating new villages along the way, from what I gather from posts from people who live there, and from my few visits into the newer areas, the lifestyle focus has shifted away, at least to some degree, from golf, golf, and more golf, to less golf, and more biking and hiking trails.

This is a question really directed to those who actually have moved to the newer areas. Do you think these newer villages will ever have as strong a focus on golf cart mobility as the older areas have?
I understand that as the newer areas have been built, not all of the amenities have yet been developed, but as they are, and when they are, do you anticipate those areas being as much of a golf cart community as the villages north of 44?

FenneyFanatic 09-22-2022 06:15 AM

Don’t believe everything you read. The south is amazing and incorporates enough new amenities that those north of 44 are jealous. A handful of grouches from the north make a lot of nonsense posts about the south even though some of them have never even visited. We love our golf carts and have full connectivity. No worries south of 44!

Kenswing 09-22-2022 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Laker14 (Post 2138863)
As TV has, and will continue to expand southward, creating new villages along the way, from what I gather from posts from people who live there, and from my few visits into the newer areas, the lifestyle focus has shifted away, at least to some degree, from golf, golf, and more golf, to less golf, and more biking and hiking trails.

This is a question really directed to those who actually have moved to the newer areas. Do you think these newer villages will ever have as strong a focus on golf cart mobility as the older areas have?
I understand that as the newer areas have been built, not all of the amenities have yet been developed, but as they are, and when they are, do you anticipate those areas being as much of a golf cart community as the villages north of 44?

Hmmm. Not sure how it wouldn’t be considered a golf cart community. There’s no place in The Villages that we can’t get to in our carts. Yes our area is certainly focused on outdoor activities with all of the walking/biking paths. Ezell even has an outdoor circuit course with exercise equipment. But we still have dedicated MMP’s along all the main roads. Several tunnels to get under the busier ones. And of course one bridge over the turnpike with another under construction.

As far as getting away from being a golf community. I can’t say that’s true either. I’m not a golfer but I know there are already 4 or 5 courses. There’s another at least five either under construction or planned for the area between the turnpike and 470.

As far as amenities, we have the standard mix of stuff that they have up north. Then we have some extras like a remote control car race track. Remote control boar lake with a dock. An area set up for stargazing complete with powered telescope pads.

It might be considered that we’re a little light on shopping options. That might be true for some people but we’re six minutes to Lake Deaton Plaza. Seven minutes to Magnolia Plaza and 17 minutes to UFH Hospital in Leesburg.

I’m enjoying my life down here a lot.

JMintzer 09-22-2022 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by FenneyFanatic (Post 2138865)
Don’t believe everything you read. The south is amazing and incorporates enough new amenities that those north of 44 are jealous. A handful of grouches from the north make a lot of nonsense posts about the south even though some of them have never even visited. We love our golf carts and have full connectivity. No worries south of 44!

Methinks thou protest too much...

Jealous? LOL!

I find it ironic that those who complain about those who live in the North trashing those who live in the South, and then do the very same trashing of those living in the North...

Are you one of the "handful of grouches" from the South?

Live where you want fer chrissakes! Be happy where you live!

Now, to the OP's actual point... They are in the process of, or planning multiple new executive and championship courses below 44. I'm sure, as time goes by, they'll announce even more of them as the southern expansion continues...

Oh, and lest anyone say I've never visited the South, the boss and I take a trip down south on both sides of the turnpike on a regular basis. We like to see what's being built and what's going on first hand. It's a lovely ride "by golf cart", and no, there is no problem with connectivity. Once the Bexley Bridge is completed, it'll be even easier to navigate the newer areas...

Laker14 09-22-2022 08:26 AM

I hesitated to post this question, because I didn't want to start another thread that would quickly devolve into a "north vs.south", "my neighborhood is better than your neighborhood" series of exchanges.
I love my golf cart, my wife doesn't really care for driving around in one. She'll come with me in mine, happily enough, but on her own she's more comfortable in her CR-V.

DonH57 09-22-2022 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by FenneyFanatic (Post 2138865)
Don’t believe everything you read. The south is amazing and incorporates enough new amenities that those north of 44 are jealous. A handful of grouches from the north make a lot of nonsense posts about the south even though some of them have never even visited. We love our golf carts and have full connectivity. No worries south of 44!

I agree even though I live in Santo Domingo. I'm pleased to see the biking, walking and nature trails. I travel down that way to play golf at least once a week to play the southern courses, cruise down with my coffee and radio on, enjoy seeing the weekly progress being made. I'll be really happy when the new southern bridge will be done as well as the new planned exe and championship golf courses. Dismiss the grump buckets, they'll never be pleased with anything.:agree:

JSR22 09-22-2022 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Laker14 (Post 2138900)
I hesitated to post this question, because I didn't want to start another thread that would quickly devolve into a "north vs.south", "my neighborhood is better than your neighborhood" series of exchanges.
I love my golf cart, my wife doesn't really care for driving around in one. She'll come with me in mine, happily enough, but on her own she's more comfortable in her CR-V.

I agree with your wife. I never drive the golf cart, and my husband only uses it for golf. If he wasn't an 18 hole golfer, we would not have a cart.

Oldragbagger 09-22-2022 09:27 AM

We live south of 44, in The Village of Hawkins. I can’t really address the golf question as we don’t play so it didn’t factor in to our decision when we purchased, but we are cyclists and we were very attracted to this area because of all the paths and trails, and the ability to ride anywhere in the villages without riding on the roads. We love the MMP’s and can get to anyplace we need to go from the south, to the north, in our golf cart. But we also love the pedestrian/bicycle paths that are in the southern area for cycling. Cycling opportunities abound and we probably have close to a dozen routes of varying mileages that we ride regularly. It’s bicycling heaven. But we also have wonderful recreational facilities, pools, and things to do, just like the north.
We’re looking forward to Eastport being completed but not really concerned about whether we get a lot of big box stores down here. We don’t mind going out of the bubble to shop. It gives a change of scenery and a chance to lunch out. I travel up to Colony Cottage weekly for one of my clubs and it really doesn’t seem that far to me, then hit the Walmart Market afterwards. We have a Publix 1.5 miles from our house for in-between. We’re not regulars to the town squares but Brownwood is close enough. Soon Sawgrass will be fully open, and then Eastport.
That being said, we think all of The Villages is gorgeous. Each area has it’s own unique personality which is wonderful because there truly is something for everyone, of every interest and every budget. It shouldn’t have to be a competition between the areas. We don’t all have the same needs and sensitivities. This is an amazing place, no matter what area you live in.

DAVES 09-22-2022 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Oldragbagger (Post 2138914)
We live south of 44, in The Village of Hawkins. I can’t really address the golf question as we don’t play so it didn’t factor in to our decision when we purchased, but we are cyclists and we were very attracted to this area because of all the paths and trails, and the ability to ride anywhere in the villages without riding on the roads. We love the MMP’s and can get to anyplace we need to go from the south, to the north, in our golf cart. But we also love the pedestrian/bicycle paths that are in the southern area for cycling. Cycling opportunities abound and we probably have close to a dozen routes of varying mileages that we ride regularly. It’s bicycling heaven. But we also have wonderful recreational facilities, pools, and things to do, just like the north.
We’re looking forward to Eastport being completed but not really concerned about whether we get a lot of big box stores down here. We don’t mind going out of the bubble to shop. It gives a change of scenery and a chance to lunch out. I travel up to Colony Cottage weekly for one of my clubs and it really doesn’t seem that far to me, then hit the Walmart Market afterwards. We have a Publix 1.5 miles from our house for in-between. We’re not regulars to the town squares but Brownwood is close enough. Soon Sawgrass will be fully open, and then Eastport.
That being said, we think all of The Villages is gorgeous. Each area has it’s own unique personality which is wonderful because there truly is something for everyone, of every interest and every budget. It shouldn’t have to be a competition between the areas. We don’t all have the same needs and sensitivities. This is an amazing place, no matter what area you live in.

People are people and unfortunately always will be. If, you care what others think you give them power that should be yours. They can only seize that power if you give it to them.

Mortal1 09-22-2022 01:34 PM

Why not start by telling everyone...
 
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Originally Posted by Laker14 (Post 2138863)
As TV has, and will continue to expand southward, creating new villages along the way, from what I gather from posts from people who live there, and from my few visits into the newer areas, the lifestyle focus has shifted away, at least to some degree, from golf, golf, and more golf, to less golf, and more biking and hiking trails.

This is a question really directed to those who actually have moved to the newer areas. Do you think these newer villages will ever have as strong a focus on golf cart mobility as the older areas have?
I understand that as the newer areas have been built, not all of the amenities have yet been developed, but as they are, and when they are, do you anticipate those areas being as much of a golf cart community as the villages north of 44?

why you want to have this information???

Laker14 09-22-2022 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Mortal1 (Post 2138974)
why you want to have this information???

I was asked by two couples who are prospective buyers in TV, and they had formed this impression from lurking on TOTV, and asked me about it.
It seemed like a plausible opinion to have formed, so I was seeking input from people who live in these areas.

Bilyclub 09-22-2022 05:53 PM

I can think of 2 minor improvements to make cart life a little easier that won't happen. A direct connection from North DeLuna along 301 to Fenney. A cart path added to the Warm Springs bridge over the turnpike.

ohioshooter 09-22-2022 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Bilyclub (Post 2139003)
I can think of 2 minor improvements to make cart life a little easier that won't happen. A direct connection from North DeLuna along 301 to Fenney. A cart path added to the Warm Springs bridge over the turnpike.

I like the second one.

billethkid 09-22-2022 05:59 PM

Almost 200,000 live here!
25,000 Signed up for TOTV (rough estimate!?!)
Maybe 2% are active users of TOTV (pick any number less than 5%.)

TOTV input validation!?!?!?!?!?!?:1rotfl::1rotfl:

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:censored:

Laker14 09-22-2022 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by billethkid (Post 2139005)
Almost 200,000 live here!
25,000 Signed up for TOTV (rough estimate!?!)
Maybe 2% are active users of TOTV (pick any number less than 5%.)

TOTV input validation!?!?!?!?!?!?:1rotfl::1rotfl:



_________________________________________________

:censored:


do you have a better source for information about Villages life?

ohioshooter 09-22-2022 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by billethkid (Post 2139005)
Almost 200,000 live here!
25,000 Signed up for TOTV (rough estimate!?!)
Maybe 2% are active users of TOTV (pick any number less than 5%.)

TOTV input validation!?!?!?!?!?!?:1rotfl::1rotfl:

_________________________________________________

:censored:

And most of that 2% have a negative attitude. This is coming from someone who has only been involved for 5 months.

Laker14 09-22-2022 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ohioshooter (Post 2139010)
And most of that 2% have a negative attitude. This is coming from someone who has only been involved for 5 months.

I don't think that's true. Most here are helpful and friendly. We notice the negative ones more, but I don't think they are in the majority.

njbchbum 09-22-2022 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by FenneyFanatic (Post 2138865)
Don’t believe everything you read. The south is amazing and incorporates enough new amenities that those north of 44 are jealous. A handful of grouches from the north make a lot of nonsense posts about the south even though some of them have never even visited. We love our golf carts and have full connectivity. No worries south of 44!

Jealous? :a20::a20::a20:

Rides to the South make me ever so much more appreciative of a house on the northern Historic side.

VApeople 09-22-2022 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by JSR22 (Post 2138904)
If he wasn't an 18 hole golfer, we would not have a cart.

That's how we are. I rarely play an 18 hole course and we like to walk the Exec courses, so we have no need for a golf cart.

We enjoy visiting the Southern Area very much. We walked around Hogeye today and saw a large alligator laying in the sun near the houses across the lake. Probably he was looking for a dog to eat.

Too bad Sawgrass has turned out to be such a disappointment. We do like the nearby putt-and-play very much. it is much better than the one in Fenney.

Garywt 09-22-2022 10:37 PM

North or South, we are all Villagers so, so what and who cares. Everyone north can do everything south and everyone south can do everything north. I just enjoy all the new space to drive the golf cart.

Rwirish 09-23-2022 04:56 AM

Have been south of 44 many times. Many areas of turnpike noise and visually lots if power lines. Golf is lacking both championship and executive. The numerous pitch and putt facilities don’t cut it. Just a lot of things lacking south of 44.

rrtjp 09-23-2022 05:52 AM

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Originally Posted by FenneyFanatic (Post 2138865)
Don’t believe everything you read. The south is amazing and incorporates enough new amenities that those north of 44 are jealous. A handful of grouches from the north make a lot of nonsense posts about the south even though some of them have never even visited. We love our golf carts and have full connectivity. No worries south of 44!

Agree

Happydaz 09-23-2022 05:52 AM

I bike ride all over the Villages as well as the surrounding countryside. I find that all the areas of the Villages are beautiful! I like both the northern and southern areas. The south has great nature trails, bike and walking paths and many other improvements to Village living. I have many friends who live south of SR 44 and they have beautiful homes and love them as much as anyone else. My wife and I love to travel all over the Villages and see all the new areas.

KimmieK 09-23-2022 05:56 AM

Trees!
 
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Originally Posted by Rwirish (Post 2139072)
Have been south of 44 many times. Many areas of turnpike noise and visually lots if power lines. Golf is lacking both championship and executive. The numerous pitch and putt facilities don’t cut it. Just a lot of things lacking south of 44.

I would miss the trees and mature landscaping that north of 44 is known for — in my yard/village. I know things grow fast in FL, but not fast enough. I do wish we had more walking/biking paths north of 44, but that can always be changed.

coffeebean 09-23-2022 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by FenneyFanatic (Post 2138865)
Don’t believe everything you read. The south is amazing and incorporates enough new amenities that those north of 44 are jealous. A handful of grouches from the north make a lot of nonsense posts about the south even though some of them have never even visited. We love our golf carts and have full connectivity. No worries south of 44!

As I drive along Odel Circle I'm surrounded by gorgeous golf course views. My entire drive from Colony Plaza to our home is gorgeous because of those golf courses all along the way.

Hubby and I have driven all around the newer areas south of 44 and I don't see golf courses like I do in our area. Seems there aren't as many golf courses. We don't play the game but surely do enjoy the beauty those courses lend to our area.

Bilyclub 09-23-2022 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by KimmieK (Post 2139089)
I would miss the trees and mature landscaping that north of 44 is known for — in my yard/village. I know things grow fast in FL, but not fast enough. I do wish we had more walking/biking paths north of 44, but that can always be changed.

There will be at least one and it cost everybody South of 466A almost a cool million.

In regards to the South, a Pitch and Putt is not a good replacement for an Executive Course with 2 par fours, just saying.

Bilyclub 09-23-2022 06:50 AM

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fcgiii 09-23-2022 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Bilyclub (Post 2139108)
There will be at least one and it cost everybody South of 466A almost a cool million.

I have been watching the construction of the new lake miona path. It seems to wander along Buena Vista. I hope part of it goes near the lake. Also, the north end seems to just stop.

Worldseries27 09-23-2022 06:52 AM

Help, i need somebody
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by laker14 (Post 2139000)
i was asked by two couples who are prospective buyers in tv, and they had formed this impression from lurking on totv, and asked me about it.
It seemed like a plausible opinion to have formed, so i was seeking input from people who live in these areas.

i think there are some op's out there who could give you golf cart eta's traveling from say sawgrass grove to various locations.
Good luck

coffeebean 09-23-2022 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Kenswing (Post 2138876)
Hmmm. Not sure how it wouldn’t be considered a golf cart community. There’s no place in The Villages that we can’t get to in our carts. Yes our area is certainly focused on outdoor activities with all of the walking/biking paths. Ezell even has an outdoor circuit course with exercise equipment. But we still have dedicated MMP’s along all the main roads. Several tunnels to get under the busier ones. And of course one bridge over the turnpike with another under construction.

As far as getting away from being a golf community. I can’t say that’s true either. I’m not a golfer but I know there are already 4 or 5 courses. There’s another at least five either under construction or planned for the area between the turnpike and 470.

As far as amenities, we have the standard mix of stuff that they have up north. Then we have some extras like a remote control car race track. Remote control boar lake with a dock. An area set up for stargazing complete with powered telescope pads.

It might be considered that we’re a little light on shopping options. That might be true for some people but we’re six minutes to Lake Deaton Plaza. Seven minutes to Magnolia Plaza and 17 minutes to UFH Hospital in Leesburg.

I’m enjoying my life down here a lot.

You may be close to those plazas for grocery shopping and a few restaurants but those plazas do not have Target, Michael's, Staples, Bed Bath and Beyond, Kohl's, Lowes, JoAnn's, Home Depot, and the countless restaurants that are not in those plazas.

Personally, those hiking paths are not desirable for me at all. I much prefer working out in an air conditioned space. Call me a wimp but I don't like the humidity and heat for exercise. That is the reason I do not play golf.

Enjoy your lifestyle in the south. Many people love it like you do. It's just not for me.

coffeebean 09-23-2022 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by FenneyFanatic (Post 2138865)
Don’t believe everything you read. The south is amazing and incorporates enough new amenities that those north of 44 are jealous. A handful of grouches from the north make a lot of nonsense posts about the south even though some of them have never even visited. We love our golf carts and have full connectivity. No worries south of 44!

Jealous? Nope.

fcgiii 09-23-2022 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by VApeople (Post 2139054)
That's how we are. I rarely play an 18 hole course and we like to walk the Exec courses, so we have no need for a golf cart.

We enjoy visiting the Southern Area very much. We walked around Hogeye today and saw a large alligator laying in the sun near the houses across the lake. Probably he was looking for a dog to eat.

Too bad Sawgrass has turned out to be such a disappointment. We do like the nearby putt-and-play very much. it is much better than the one in Fenney.

We live in the north, barely. We love to drive south in our cart as the paths are more scenic. And we play basic water volleyball in the south at Everglades and Ezell. Much more active there as the attendance at local pools near us at Eisenhower and Sea Breeze have petered out.

sowilts 09-23-2022 07:00 AM

Moved to Linden approx 2 1/2 years ago. Play mostly championship courses all over. Early Bird times, 9 holes. Will put a deposit on a EZGO 4.0 lithium when we drive back from MD in a few weeks. Every place in the Villages is fantastic. Have met so many amazing people. I expect to save miles on our vehicles and most likely sell one. When we looked at areas we had no idea of the many plans south of 44. It is a great area and will have plenty to do. As far as getting a tee time there are early times, mid day times and also late evening times. This is a amazing place to live and all areas are unique and great places to see. We will be able to see more areas by cart. Enjoy life, the villages areas are clean, safe and diverse.

coffeebean 09-23-2022 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Oldragbagger (Post 2138914)
We live south of 44, in The Village of Hawkins. I can’t really address the golf question as we don’t play so it didn’t factor in to our decision when we purchased, but we are cyclists and we were very attracted to this area because of all the paths and trails, and the ability to ride anywhere in the villages without riding on the roads. We love the MMP’s and can get to anyplace we need to go from the south, to the north, in our golf cart. But we also love the pedestrian/bicycle paths that are in the southern area for cycling. Cycling opportunities abound and we probably have close to a dozen routes of varying mileages that we ride regularly. It’s bicycling heaven. But we also have wonderful recreational facilities, pools, and things to do, just like the north.
We’re looking forward to Eastport being completed but not really concerned about whether we get a lot of big box stores down here. We don’t mind going out of the bubble to shop. It gives a change of scenery and a chance to lunch out. I travel up to Colony Cottage weekly for one of my clubs and it really doesn’t seem that far to me, then hit the Walmart Market afterwards. We have a Publix 1.5 miles from our house for in-between. We’re not regulars to the town squares but Brownwood is close enough. Soon Sawgrass will be fully open, and then Eastport.
That being said, we think all of The Villages is gorgeous. Each area has it’s own unique personality which is wonderful because there truly is something for everyone, of every interest and every budget. It shouldn’t have to be a competition between the areas. We don’t all have the same needs and sensitivities. This is an amazing place, no matter what area you live in.

I just love your enthusiasm for the southern location. If I were a bicyclist I would want to live in the south too. Sounds like the best place to be for that sport.

coffeebean 09-23-2022 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Bilyclub (Post 2139003)
I can think of 2 minor improvements to make cart life a little easier that won't happen. A direct connection from North DeLuna along 301 to Fenney. A cart path added to the Warm Springs bridge over the turnpike.

Why are you so sure those minor improvements won't happen?

coffeebean 09-23-2022 07:06 AM

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MidWestIA 09-23-2022 07:54 AM

Warning
 
Willy's told me some people with jacked up golf cart speed have trashed the engine from heat going up to the better golf frequently. That's why I bought preowned above 44 not much below for me and too much swamp


Quote:

Originally Posted by Laker14 (Post 2138863)
As TV has, and will continue to expand southward, creating new villages along the way, from what I gather from posts from people who live there, and from my few visits into the newer areas, the lifestyle focus has shifted away, at least to some degree, from golf, golf, and more golf, to less golf, and more biking and hiking trails.

This is a question really directed to those who actually have moved to the newer areas. Do you think these newer villages will ever have as strong a focus on golf cart mobility as the older areas have?
I understand that as the newer areas have been built, not all of the amenities have yet been developed, but as they are, and when they are, do you anticipate those areas being as much of a golf cart community as the villages north of 44?


Bilyclub 09-23-2022 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by coffeebean (Post 2139123)
Why are you so sure those minor improvements won't happen?


The bridge is fairly new and the county/developer didn't add a cart lane went it was built.

The developer doesn't own the land between DeLuna and Fenney along 301.

Villages Kahuna 09-23-2022 08:03 AM

This is a fairly meaningless post if you consider the size of The Villages. From north to south TV is already longer than the City of Chicago.

Would anyone consider a trip from the far south side to the far north side of Chicago in a golf cart? Most people would agree that’s a pretty ridiculous question. If one wants a particular mix of amenities, then they’d better buy a house or villa nearby, in that neighborhood or village.

Dotneko 09-23-2022 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Villages Kahuna (Post 2139163)
This is a fairly meaningless post if you consider the size of The Villages. From north to south TV is already longer than the City of Chicago.

Would anyone consider a trip from the far south side to the far north side of Chicago in a golf cart? Most people would agree that’s a pretty ridiculous question. If one wants a particular mix of amenities, then they’d better buy a house or villa nearby, in that neighborhood or village.

We do it often! From St Cats at Sawgrass to bowling in Spanish Springs or over to Walmart. We love golf cart outings that take around an hour each way.


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