Originally Posted by Veiragirl (Post 2300058)

The only thing I would add is not to buy a place in the "new" section south of 44. It is totally different then the Villages North of 44

Originally Posted by bshuler (Post 2300067)

Just a little up to date info.
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Last Friday (02/09/24) I booked a 5 day Lifestyle visit. I was advised by the TV reservation person to stay over a Friday and Saturday to see the best of the entertainment. Sounds wonderful.

So.. they are booking way out into early to Mid May for $99 per night. $495 for five nights for a 2 bedroom house, Golf Car, two bikes, and a free PickleBall game?

Cant wait.

Originally Posted by NYBob (Post 2299848)

Thanks guys. Yes, I understand that I'll need much more time, however we booked longer stays in areas we had no interest in once we arrived. So we decided to play it safe, book a short stay and from there decide if there will be another. If so, we'll probably rent for an extended period of time. With so much to take in I would think there will probably be a few long stays.

As far as hospitals being 15+ mins away, our concern would be in the case of a critical life threatening situation whereas one would be brought to the closest 911 receiving facility. And hospitals further away would not come into play.

Originally Posted by Rwirish (Post 2300071)

There is no new hospital on 44.

Originally Posted by Veiragirl (Post 2300058)

The only thing I would add is not to buy a place in the "new" section south of 44. It is totally different then the Villages North of 44

Originally Posted by vintageogauge (Post 2300253)

Correct, it's being build on 470 and there is a hospital very near to the southern villages in Leesburg and a 24 hour emergency center on 44. These are and will be servicing the southern villages. I have had experiences at both TV hospital and Leesburg, Leesburg wins by a long shot.

Originally Posted by NYBob (Post 2299765)

We'll be heading to TV this coming week and spending a few days in a hotel to look things over. Just wanted to ask for suggestions as to what we should do to make the best of our time there. We'll be making stops at hospitals, doctors offices to discuss availability to new patients and acceptance of insurance. Visiting Assisted Living Facilities for elderly family members. Viewing various villages of interest, and the distance to and from stores, amenities, medical. The general layout as far as roads, traffic, construction. Speaking to villagers about likes and concerns. Hitting the outer areas, if time allows. Grabbing pamphlets, maps, info. Checking out the Squares, and basically trying to take in as much as possible.

We'll only be there for three days, as we regretted in the past booking longer stays in areas we left after spending a day or so and realizing it was not at all what we had expected. Of course if all checks out, our next visit will be longer.

What would you suggest a must see on a first visit ? And is there a 'Welcome Center' of sorts were we can inquire and find all or most necessary info in one place. We'll be there from Mon - Thurs.

One last thing, we watched a UTube video ( I believe it was by 'Gold Wingnut' though I could be wrong) whereas he mentioned a second hospital that was in the works. This video was about two years old, more or less. What has happened to this ? Was it scrapped ? Delayed ? This is a sticking point for us, as we have read/heard there is a distinct lack of medical care in the area. If anyone could elaborate on this we would appreciate it, as this is our primary concern.

Originally Posted by pablo cruze (Post 2300326)

Hello, I have a house going for sale - not listed yet. 2577 Dunbar Ave - in the middle of the villages - very close to Sumter Landing, Spanish Springs, Brownwood, Colony Cottage, Seabreeze, Truman. Short walk to Havana Country Club. The house is totally renovated with designer features. message me if you want to take a look.