Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
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We moved from Michigan to North Carolina and it took me about a year or two to become accustomed to the summers here. When we move from NC to Florida, I'm expecting to adjust within a year.
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That is a great way to put it!
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your not buying a house your are buying a lifestyle
Love it or Hate it
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The only thing that I can add to the above posts, which are spot on, is that you are visiting at the busiest/most populous time of the year. During the "slower" times (other than Jan/Feb/Mar), restaurants consistently run specials (even the country clubs) but with so many rear ends competing for a limited number of seats, you won't find that at this time of year - and the lines are LONGER for just about everything ... that's not really a complaint, just a fact of life. We have a home here and love it but we're still snowbirds. You'll LOVE IT! And, as has been previously stated, you're buying a LIFE STYLE not just a home. It's possible but difficult to match this anywhere else!
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My first impression of the Villages was that the people were friendly and happy --and that I would love it here! There is something here for almost everyone. We drove around until we found a neighborhood that felt like home. If you want more yard, buy on a golf course or a lake so your view is of space, but you don't have to mow it, or pay for it! Our house here is about 2/3 the size of our one in Ohio and cost about the same. It's older, no granite, and I don't care! We eat lunch out nearly every day and eat breakfast and dinner at home. Lunches are a great bargain here and the food is just as good as at dinnertime.
We love it and wouldn't want to be anywhere else when it's 18 degrees at home ( like it was when we left after New Years)!
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I believe you assessment is accurate. How one perceives this community is in part based on where they have lived before and your personalities. You also should consider what life will be like for you and your spouse 5-10-15 years after you move here I believe a person can be active just about anywhere. as to the golf cart travel, many like it. some like me were bored after about to weeks. I only use my golf cart for golf and in most instances I walk on the executive courses so often just take my car Good luck with your decision |
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Everything is clean and maintenance areas are hidden.
Rec Centers, Squares and neighborhoods to an extent have a theme, like Disney Resorts. Separate checks are the norm. Free exec golf that I can walk. Golf Dress code is very forgiving. Many clubs that I joined are $10 for the year. For $55 a year I have access to a 8,000 sq ft woodshop. Waterbirds that I photograph all the time. I find it quiet and very safe. The paths are perfect for biking. I don't have a golf cart and don't want one. I have a smart car that I enjoy and lease. Orlando Airport and pick up service is very convenient and safe. All that Orlando has to offer is nearby. Two great cruise ports are relatively close. TOTV is good for advice, chatting, classifieds, As I think of things, I may add more. Last edited by tomwed; 01-31-2015 at 05:47 PM. |
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Excellent start. I would add wonderful neighbors. Friendly staff in the rec centers, etc. Not enough time in the day to do all the activities that you might enjoy. Generally nice, intelligent people on TOTV who wish to be helpful. And others will add more.
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check out this link it will help you a lot 50 Things to Think About Before Buying a Home in The Villages
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Well, we recently spent another week in Florida checking out several active retirement communities. At the end, we were so convinced of The Villages that we called back to the realtor we'd talked to and started the process of buying one of the houses we had toured on an open house. It'll still be a coupe of years before we can retire and move there (we may have to find some renters in the meantime), but at least now we've got a house waiting for us when we're ready.
And we never did manage to try the "lifestyle preview visit"! |
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Congratulations! And welcome. You won't be sorry.
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Hi Brad. Your first impressions were accurate. Our homes are cookie cutter, a bit high, and we have too many chain restaurants. On the other hand our clubs are fabulous, golf carts are fun to get around and most people love our lifestyle. My suggestion is visit again and possibly even rent to really get a really good feel for the villages. Keep posting here with your questions and good luck in your decision
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