[Allegiance]

It seems each year at least two houses on each block are being replaced with new site built homes. It's both prehistoric and futuristic at the same time. Some, like me, think it's ideal. The three Villages are contiguous and it is a perfect place to ride bike safely for hours on very low traffic streets lined with large trees, never passing the same street twice. Every Neighbor says hello. Truly ideal.

[The Mountaineer]

Nearly every city and town in America has designated a historic district. It's a way of attracting tourists who don't know the area. Travelers like old stuff, unless it's in their garage sale. In The Villages' case, it's saying, "This is where it all began." Nothing wrong with it. We say our home is on the historic side, then say across the street from #4 green of the Silver Lake Golf course. That pretty well nails it for those who need directions. With the pond surrounded by #4, #5 and #6 greens, we get some interesting critters on our property, such as bats, snakes, hawks, fox, raccoons and the usual squirrels. Makes life interesting.

[manaboutown]

At least it is not called "Old Town" as it is in many cities and towns.

[Ragtop]

Be proud of the Historic side. That where the feeling that we love about The Villages started.

[ColdNoMore]

I personally believe it is simply an acceptable 'code,' for snobs to look down their noses on the modular/trailers that are predominant there.

While I'm not a big fan of the course (too short/easy for my tastes), after playing it recently I think they have the best greens in The Villages by far and those who play there should be very proud of them.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore

I personally believe it is simply an acceptable 'code,' for snobs to look down their noses on the modular/trailers that are predominant there.

While I'm not a big fan of the course (too short/easy for my tastes), after playing it recently I think they have the best greens in The Villages by far and those who play there should be very proud of them.

I think you are way off base with this statement!
I been here 15 years and have yet to hear anyone say this about the Historical Side.

[janmcn]

It was a term of endearment for these villages used by Harold Schwartz right up until the day he died.

[SouthOfTheBorder]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore

I personally believe it is simply an acceptable 'code,' for snobs to look down their noses on the modular/trailers that are predominant there.

I think your personal belief is waaaaay of track on this subject.

By chance, have you had the time to do any research/reading about the history of Florida including The Villages? The Historical (code for Original) section of The Villages represents much of the housing throughout Florida after WW2 as it was being settled by people from colder climates all looking for a better life or a place to spend their �retirement� years.

Florida�s history is dominated by what we call today the hard-working middle class, not by the rich and famous. Albeit the few rich and famous may be the best known.

Just curious, where do the �snobs� you refer to, live in TV?

We also enjoy playing all the courses in the Historic Side including OBH.

Don

[Marathon Man]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore

I personally believe it is simply an acceptable 'code,' for snobs to look down their noses on the modular/trailers that are predominant there.

While I'm not a big fan of the course (too short/easy for my tastes), after playing it recently I think they have the best greens in The Villages by far and those who play there should be very proud of them.

Wow. Just, wow. Several thousand people just got called snobs.

[Fred R]

When I first visited TV I rented on the Historical Side. I didn't end up buying there but I still love riding over there. I think it is the most friendly of any of the Villages. In the far south I hardly see folks outside those big homes but on the Historical side folks are always out and wave to everyone. Just IMHO I'm glad that the developer is buying and rebuilding stick built homes over there to keep the values up. There are some great buys over there also.

[Chi-Town]

A few times I have hooked up with golfers on the historic executive courses. Each time was a treat, because it seems that there is a happiness quotient that is almost resort like.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by SouthOfTheBorder

I think your personal belief is waaaaay of track on this subject.

By chance, have you had the time to do any research/reading about the history of Florida including The Villages? The Historical (code for Original) section of The Villages represents much of the housing throughout Florida after WW2 as it was being settled by people from colder climates all looking for a better life or a place to spend their �retirement� years.

Florida�s history is dominated by what we call today the hard-working middle class, not by the rich and famous. Albeit the few rich and famous may be the best known.

Just curious, where do the �snobs� you refer to, live in TV?

We also enjoy playing all the courses in the Historic Side including OBH.

Don

I agree, even if the Champs course is too short and too easy. Who really is the snob here?

[Buffalo Jim]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore

I personally believe it is simply an acceptable 'code,' for snobs to look down their noses on the modular/trailers that are predominant there.

While I'm not a big fan of the course (too short/easy for my tastes), after playing it recently I think they have the best greens in The Villages by far and those who play there should be very proud of them.

I think that many of us might find it interesting to hear / read about a number of your other observations and opinions .

They might provide some interesting insights and be the source of some interesting dialog/ debate .

[justjim]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore

I personally believe it is simply an acceptable 'code,' for snobs to look down their noses on the modular/trailers that are predominant there.

While I'm not a big fan of the course (too short/easy for my tastes), after playing it recently I think they have the best greens in The Villages by far and those who play there should be very proud of them.

OBG has character and is plenty challenging for most senior golfers here in The Villages. If you can seriously call OBG too easy--- congratulations you have "game".

I have never heard anything but good things about the historical side of The Villages and its residents.

[Polar Bear]

Originally Posted by justjim

...If you can seriously call OBG too easy--- congratulations you have "game"...

My thoughts exactly.