[dbump4462]

We did the life style visit and then rented for a month
during the Spring. It was the 4th day of our renting that we made the decision to buy. I strongly urge you to move to one of the new neighborhoods. That way most of your neighbors will be new to the Villages and they are all looking to find new friends and new social contacts. In some of the older neighborhoods social and friend groups are well established and it takes a while to get to know people.
I urge you to look a Villages South of Rte 466A. It won't be long when villages South of 466A will be in the middle of it all. By the way, did I mention it was the best move we ever made.

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by RamQuadCab

The general area is fine for horses. I know Ocola is really big for it, but as long as I can get to a stable within about 30 miles is fine. There seem to be plenty. I see TV has polo and offers lessons. That would be cool

Polo lessons are expensive. Individual lessons $125/half hour, group $100/half hour.

[hansel]

We moved from "FOUR SEASONS" at Manalapan. There is no comparison..........lots to do and enjoy here, a MUCH LARGER community, maybe not for everyone. I too would suggest you rent here before making a final decision. We love it and never looked back . Husband is a disabled vet and uses the VA clinic in the Villages. On occassion had to go the the VA hospital in Gainesville, a little over an hours ride but doable. Feel free to reach out in you decide to visit.

[joldnol]

Originally Posted by RamQuadCab

So basically the love bugs are an issue in May and April? lol

September too, two seasons for them. Really come on down and try it out. A very loose thing, the farther south you go the younger the neighbors.

[Chatbrat]

Yes, that's a good observation--younger in the South side

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Chatbrat

Yes, that's a good observation--younger in the South side

The truth is NEWER, but not necessarily younger. And come to think of it, not necessarily newer either. Lot of folks from other parts of The Villages move to newer areas all of the time.

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by joldnol

September too, two seasons for them. Really come on down and try it out. A very loose thing, the farther south you go the younger the neighbors.

Except for the really young ones that seem to get in trouble, they are up at the northern end.

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by vintageogauge

Except for the really young ones that seem to get in trouble, they are up at the northern end.

Out of prison or rehab, mooching off dear old mom and dad?