Why be snarky? Let the poster post however they want. Not everyone does everything like you see is proper. This isn't a big deal to be asking motives.

my bro-in-law & sis-in-law live there. it's beautiful beyond words, but pretty expensive by my standards. their hoa is so much more than our amenity fee, and we have twice as much to do. Sis-in-law LOVED the amount of pools here, & knowing she had access to all when they came to visit. over in Lakewood, there is 1 pool for the entire complex. stores & restaurants are VERY good, but far away from the homes, -you will need a car to get there. all homes can have fences to keep the gators out of your yard, and they must be iron & not chain link as stated in another thread. go over a take a drive! it's a beautiful area, and word has it one of Mick Jagger's girlfriends has a house in the truly gated part.

The biggest detriment, IMHO, is Lakewood is too close to the coast. We like it here because hurricanes usually peter out by the time they get to the center of the state.

Typically Sarasota/ Lakewood Ranch are spared.
2 tiles did come off my roof and the post lamp globe snapped off.
Trees did need straightening.

I would recommend that you understand the cost of flood and homeowners insurance for property there before you purchase. This area is marginally higher than the gulf coast. If you have a home mortgage on the purchase, you will be required to have flood insurance … and those rates are rising fastest on the coast

Were U being naughty again??

Apples and Oranges comparing to TV.

Lakewood is a development with limited everything, TV is a lifestyle.

yes, you are correct. & you should know the homes come with these very heavy metal shutters that go over the windows to keep from breaking. (if possible, residents often install windows for heavy storms @ their cost.) it was'nt easy to get those shutters in, btw, they needed to hire help, and are not pleased with having to do it for every major wind storm. these are some of the factors to think about if planning to move there, ...personally,
i'd stay here! :ho:

Absolutely agree with your comments. We went on a sales tour and except for some nicer houses and closer to the beach it was way more expensive and we had the feeling of being isolated and no activity - traffic was horrible

Exactly, it's like asking "which is the BEST steakhouse in the area"...LOL ! But I think there is great value when people READ the question accurately, and actually replay with the "pros" and "cons" as they have experienced them. The post that listed advantages like proximity to great beaches, unlimited shopping, etc. are so accurate, and the cons of HEAVY traffic, and so on are also very accurate. Personally I believe that area has access to higher quality medical care than this part of central Florida, but again, many would certainly argue that medical care if of much higher quality here... so there you go !

Definitely NOT trying to argue, though I think many really enjoy that on this site, more like "entertainment" diversion. But honestly, I don't find it odd at all to ask about another community. We are always "looking around" too. I guess a "grass MIGHT be greener mentality", but certainly not running an "advertisement" ! ! Does Lake Wood Ranch even NEED much advertising ? They have always seemed to be very successful. Different model, not exclusive 55 and over, but then neither is The Villages.. just the perception that we have no more than 10% under 55. Who, in the government even checks such things ?? The LR area is, like everywhere else, it is THE place for some, and not for others. But a positive post being interpreted as an "ad" ... all that does is caution people NOT to post their true perceptions and experiences !

Don't understand that at all. Why NOT ask, if you live in the V's and are curious about the perceptions of others who have knowledge of both. Also what "neighborhood" site ? Do they have their own site for only that community ? Would what is posted on such a sight have any bias ? That's the frustrating thing about "social" media sites and community "bulletin boards" !

WHY (?) don't people simply answer a poster's question IF they have an answer, perception, or experience ? Why feel compelled to enter some judgmental, even nefarious, comments ?

Recently you could have bought a house in LR on the block of Judy Landers and her baseball player husband. Price wasn’t unreasonable

No plans to leave The Villages. I LOVE it here.

Is that "Love Boat" Judy Landers?