Bring your beverages in a yeti and enjoy the day.
There is the greatest density of pools and amenities in the Lake Sumter area…between the sixes.
My realtor told me that Gary Morse hired Disney consultants when designing the area between 466 and 466A. At that time, all Villlages were designed with the same ratio of sports pools, adult pools and family pools. Some of the country clubs also have priority pools. LOTS of golf courses.
In the newer areas some villages don’t even have two pools. There are no country clubs. It’s a different model of amenities, and some people prefer things that way.
So take your time ….start your spreadsheet and decide what is important to you.
But take your drinks to the pool….the pool people will answer all your questions.
Then go to the town square in the evening and purchase a happy hour beverage between 5 and 6.
Everyone there will love to talk and share their VILLAGES life with you

Here are some very rough costs to have. Tried to be realistic, but really depends upon the house cost, age, area, etc.

Buy a house at $xxx. It could have a bond in addition to house price. North (older) area are lowest. New south area are $20k to $70k. Pay yearly or pay it off. If paying yearly it also has a processing fee (which could be a quite high % of the actual bond cost paid).
Yearly taxes are to county and possibly to a city (such as wildwood). Plus a CDD maintenance fee. $500 to $1400 rough range. Plus a fire fee. 500k house in south area is about $5500 total.
If you live here, get homestead tax exemption. Lowers taxable value by 50k.
Monthly amenity fee, plus water, sewer, and trash; budget $300 to $360. Wildwood (city covering south homes) just announced a 5.3% water rate hike.
There is no HOA, but there are deed restrictions. The typical HOA area maintenance stuff is handled by CDDs.
Electricity will vary upon your usage. Budget $0.17 per kwh.
IF you have natural gas, budget $25 to $40.
Homeowner's insurance is likely a lot higher than yours now. Budget $2k to 6k per year, but that's only a ballpark. If roof is >10years old, they might force you to replace it or won't cover you.
Car insurance will be up to double your current cost.
Other unexpected costs: HVAC maintenance $200/yr. Termite and pest and lawn $900/yr. Lawn cutting service $50 to $80/month. Some you can do yourself if you want. Remember garage space is tiny - will you have room for a lawnmower?
A used house will not have much under warranty. Plan for repairs.
Internet $30 (slow) to $90 (fast)

Lots of people do not move tons of stuff. Moving costs vary by amount of stuff and distance, From near Canada to here, with a truck full of stuff, could be $15k

Good luck

They've transitioned to "resort" style pools below 44 starting a few years ago.

I believe Lake county has the highest taxes. At least that's what I was told

by agent.

Just about everyone with their own private pool would disagree.

There are differences between adult pools and sport pools if you are concerned about the depth. Most of the newer pools are shallower at 3.5 to 4.5 ft deep. Pools in older neighborhood can have 6' deep zones. I taught water aerobics and had a tough time finding a deep water pool. Mulberry and Laurel sports pools are the deepest. Many adult pools have a 5' deep section, a pergola or shaded area with tables and chairs, and a step entry for safety. Pool noodles are usually allowed, but there are restrictions on what you can bring to the pools. It is a great place to relax, enjoy your favorite beverage in a sippy cup, and slather on the sun screen. Enjoy.

Where can I find a list of those private pools that anyone can use when they visit for a few days?

Just to clarify, alcoholic beverages "ARE ALLOWED" around the pools, inside the rec centers, and in many other areas. You don't need to hide it or to buy an overpriced Yeti. I'm too cheap to buy a Yeti.

They were talking about their own pools.

In a thread from a visitor asking about the best adult pools? Seems odd and irrelevant.