[Altavia]

Eastport is taking shape, promising to be an amazing destination in The Villages. Join Brian and Jennifer for an exclusive tour, offering a firsthand look at the progress and unique features of this new downtown area. Get ready for a sneak peek from the ground level into the future of Eastport, where there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

The Villages Health Care Center Nears Completion
The heart of Eastport’s vision is coming to life, with the healthcare building leading the way! We get an insider’s view, showing how the healthcare facilities are getting their finishing touches. With beautiful finishes and a spacious design, this healthcare center will be a vital resource for residents.

The Villages Golf Cars Unique Features
The Villages Golf Cars construction update reveals cool design elements, including rooftop parking and a rooftop golf car display! This addition will make a fun statement, adding to the dynamic downtown landscape.

Olympia Recreation Center: A Game-Changer
The Olympia Rec Center is set to be a game-changer for The Villages, with features like a rock-climbing wall and Fit Club. The anticipation is growing about the spacious gymnasium, which will host a range of activities, making it a must-visit destination.

A Waterfront Wonderland
Eastport’s waterfront is just as thrilling, with a stage being built for live entertainment and Sunset Island as a stunning backdrop. You’ll want to experience the magic of this beautiful space!

Stay Tuned for More Updates
With each phase of construction, Eastport is quickly becoming a vibrant cornerstone in The Villages, and there’s even more to come! From the incredible new healthcare facilities to the charming retail shops and entertainment spots, it’s clear that Eastport will offer a lively and welcoming atmosphere for all. Stay tuned for more exciting updates!

Exciting Progress Happening in Eastport!

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Note: The purple building on the map appears to represent a future grocery. Footprint is similar to other Publix stores. Time will tell...

[Stu from NYC]

Very interesting how much rock climbing wall will be used. By grandkids will be thrilled if allowed to use it

[MrChip72]

What's the over/under on the opening date for all of Eastport to be opened? I'm thinking maybe Sept 2026 might be realistic?

[Altavia]

Originally Posted by MrChip72

What's the over/under on the opening date for all of Eastport to be opened? I'm thinking maybe Sept 2026 might be realistic?

Maybe, non-Villages businesses in Eastport seems to be roughly 12-18 mo behind Middleton.

[VApeople]

It looks like too much is being built in a small area, just like they did at Sawgrass.

Actually, we think the new Middleton shopping area looks much better than Eastport.

[Altavia]

Originally Posted by VApeople

It looks like too much is being built in a small area, just like they did at Sawgrass.

Actually, we think the new Middleton shopping area looks much better than Eastport.

Apples and oranges.

Much of the Middleton Downtown (several buildings) is commercial office space (to be) occupied by Villages employees and their business partners.

Several hundred people are already working there. A few family/employee oriented restaurants and shops are planned to be mixed in with the commercial spaces.

Eastport will have the Sales Center but it appears 3-4X the consumer (restaurants, shops, etc.) space of Middleton.

And of course the massive new recreation center with all the amenities plus the lake, driving range, golf, etc.

[FenneyFanatic]

I was surprised that the golf cart store does not appear to have a golf cart gas station. Seems like the folks in that area and all of us who drive golf carts there will really need gas..

[MrChip72]

Originally Posted by Altavia

And of course the massive new recreation center with all the amenities plus the lake, driving range, golf, etc.

I would've thought the developer would've learned from the Sawgrass parking disaster that co-mingling parking between an entertainment area and a Regional Rec center is a terrible idea. It seems like they just gave up on a solution for Sawgrass and then relied on people deciding to no longer go there which seems to have worked as it's rarely close to capacity like it used to be.

[Robbb]

Originally Posted by Altavia

Eastport is taking shape, promising to be an amazing destination in The Villages. Join Brian and Jennifer for an exclusive tour, offering a firsthand look at the progress and unique features of this new downtown area. Get ready for a sneak peek from the ground level into the future of Eastport, where there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

The Villages Health Care Center Nears Completion
The heart of Eastport’s vision is coming to life, with the healthcare building leading the way! We get an insider’s view, showing how the healthcare facilities are getting their finishing touches. With beautiful finishes and a spacious design, this healthcare center will be a vital resource for residents.

The Villages Golf Cars Unique Features
The Villages Golf Cars construction update reveals cool design elements, including rooftop parking and a rooftop golf car display! This addition will make a fun statement, adding to the dynamic downtown landscape.

Olympia Recreation Center: A Game-Changer
The Olympia Rec Center is set to be a game-changer for The Villages, with features like a rock-climbing wall and Fit Club. The anticipation is growing about the spacious gymnasium, which will host a range of activities, making it a must-visit destination.

A Waterfront Wonderland
Eastport’s waterfront is just as thrilling, with a stage being built for live entertainment and Sunset Island as a stunning backdrop. You’ll want to experience the magic of this beautiful space!

Stay Tuned for More Updates
With each phase of construction, Eastport is quickly becoming a vibrant cornerstone in The Villages, and there’s even more to come! From the incredible new healthcare facilities to the charming retail shops and entertainment spots, it’s clear that Eastport will offer a lively and welcoming atmosphere for all. Stay tuned for more exciting updates!

Exciting Progress Happening in Eastport!

. . .

Note: The purple building on the map appears to represent a future grocery. Footprint is similar to other Publix stores. Time will tell...

Was just down there last week, was amazed that as far as I could see there were NO services under construction. I did not see any gas stations, stores, pharmacys, etc Are there any planned, or is it just speculation? Yea I see the one new resturant but other than that I did not see anything.

[Altavia]

Originally Posted by FenneyFanatic

I was surprised that the golf cart store does not appear to have a golf cart gas station. Seems like the folks in that area and all of us who drive golf carts there will really need gas..

There's the 7 11 in Magnolia and they just announced a Circle K in Middleton.

Get Ready for Circle K in Middleton! - Middleton

[VAtoFLA]

Thanks! A Publix there would be really nice. I had heard December 2025. Is that not realistic?

[asianthree]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

Very interesting how much rock climbing wall will be used. By grandkids will be thrilled if allowed to use it

Rock climbing will be busy. Our Lifetime Fitness center had 3 levels for adults. Slots were booked weeks in advance. My instructor was 73, the advanced wall curved at the ceiling, it was like watching Spider-Man. Spotters however were staff, and in their 20s. Unsure who will be manning the wall, it will be interesting with a much younger generation moving to TV