[Ele201]

Your point on the landscapers brought a smile. Actually I’m not an early bird, and the roar of lawn mowers on an early weekend isn’t great. But you adapt. Yes the houses are close BUT people respect each other’s privacy, and the developers landscaped homes to maximize privacy.

Originally Posted by DylanTodd

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things we love:
1. the courtesy of our neighbors, the polite waves and good mornings of everyone we pass by
2. the overall pristine care of the neighborhoods
3. its so peaceful and so quiet compared to a big city

things we don't love
1. the sound of landscapers every single morning - its actually quite comical, thank goodness we naturally get up at 6am or 645 everyday
2. the houses are a touch too close together - but hey what are you going to do, its not that big of a drawback

[nn0wheremann]

Moving to TV is like going to college. Most folks are within a few years of your age, and are here to have a good time and enjoy life.

[DaleDivine]

WOW, everyone of the previous posts sums it up for me. Especially the golfing year round.
And the cleanliness of the place.

[Professor]

We love early morning golf cart rides. There is always something new to see. Walking along the board walk at Sumter landing, a cup of coffee from Starbucks and a pastry from Panera consumed at a table behind the ice cream shop on the board walk, sitting on our lanai with coffee and the newspaper...these are a few of our favorite things. We love music, so Edna's in the afternoon for music and a glass of wine is fun, as are early evening visits to a square to listen to a band we like before they get busy later in the evening.

[RonGee]

You have said it all.

[MrFlorida]

It's safe here, we're all about the same age, and people are friendly.

[BlkBlt6]

Welcome! There are so many activities you’ll be thrilled. We live here six months of the year and are still pinching ourselves…we’re so happy with The Villages. We are very similar to you and your likes but do like to go the the squares for music every once in awhile. There are so many wonderful wonderful people here. As a matter of fact, my neighbor in TV is like a sister to me. It couldn’t get better. Again, welcome!

[rlcooper70]

You will find people here ..... people with whom you will bond and develop friendships .... you will find your group. That's enough.

[tsmall22204]

As a retired couple, we love the fact that we can do anything we want to do. We can enjoy everything this community has to offer. Does not get better than that.

[Topgun 1776]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

I love those &(>/&^$$%^&* Bonds we have to pay

No one twisted your arm to move here. You chose...and still choose.. to live here. You knew about any fees before you signed the contract.
If anyone doesn't like anything here, the seller's market is the best it's ever been. Take advantage and sell! We are truly blessed to live here... let's choose to be thankful for what we have!

[La lamy]

Congrats for having found this 'active senior paradise'. I love the massive choice of activities and especially the huge amount of pickleball courts. I miss that so much when I'm up north for the summer. The landscaping/flowers on the streets is also a constant sight of beauty that I don't take for granted. Welcome!!

[JanetMM]

Whether you are physically active or are on a more cerebral level, there are activities.

Want to be exercising your body- got that.
Want to be learning about exercising your body- got that too.

Want to learn a craft- check.

Want to learn about your ancestors- yes you can do that.

Participating in the theater- sure or even just going to the theater.

Want to be a homebody, can do that too.

Pretty much anyone here that is not happy living here has CHOSEN to not be happy living here.

[BlackHarley]

Drinkin' and dancin'....

[Wonderfulwendy1]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

I love those &(>/&^$$%^&* Bonds we have to pay

You chose to pay those bonds when you chose to buy your home. No one held a gun to your head.

[nhtexasrn]

Originally Posted by VickiF

I joined here a few weeks ago as we began the preparation for our move. We are hoping to buy a spec home in October/early November. I’ve seen lots of good information, advice, and even negative thoughts but since we’ll be full time residents I’m wondering what do you love about the Villages? What are your favorite things? I’ll start by saying what I anticipate I will love. I love sunshine and hot temps so I believe I’ll love the weather. I love to be outside, to see nature, watch birds and take bike rides so I believe I’ll love the trails and preserves. My husband and I love to play games, cards, board games etc. so I believe I’ll love the clubs. We’re not “night life” people so the bands, drinking and dancing aren’t our thing but I believe I’ll love quiet evenings on our lanai with cool drinks and conversations about our day. We’re not looking for much. Just to be closer to one of our children and enjoy our golden years in such a lovely setting. How about you?

The thing we love about The Villages, aside from all there is to do, are the friends we have made. So many fun and loving people here. There is always something going on, and you can get as involved as you want. There is a club for just about anything you could imagine. You might even find a new interest!! The weather is great and it's fun to go just about everywhere in your golf cart!! The beautiful landscaping makes you feel like you're living in a resort! Welcome to the hood!!! lol