[jhrc4]

Originally Posted by pivo

I have been looking over a year at the villages and as soon as my house sells I'm on my way down.
But last week I got sidetracked into looking at a house in Stonecrest and the price and amount of house was twice what I would get at the Villages.
The selling point for Stonecrest is it's only 3 miles from Spanish Springs. So unless there is somrthing I don't know about I feel Stonecrest is the best bet.
I don't know all the in's and out's that's why I'm posting this if anyone knows of a negative reason I don't know about I don't know about I would appreciate a comment
Thanks

As I mentioned about " Retirement Communities " before you leap to Stonecrest check out their Reserve Funds and talk with the board members on there concern about the present developer. Try Youtube HOA Stonecrest, if one of there live meetings is still available you may want to re-consider.
Just as a suggestion. Good Luck a big, big decision like all of us have made.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by pivo

Barefoot- Thank you but as much as I love golf I'm unable to play golf any longer.
As far as outsider such as Stonecrest is concerned I'm under the impression I would be able to say go to Spanish Springs and shop, eat, fish whatever which would be plenty enough for me maybe partake in some owners party's , etc.
I would like to know if that's possible.
Thanks Again

Anybody can do that regardless where you live. As a resident I welcome you to come and spend your money that you saved on your house in Stonecrest. It will help our merchants stay in business.

[pivo]

Bogie Shooter-- Thanks for getting back and I'll buy you dinner when I get there.
My main reason for looking at the Villages was golf and from reading totv meeting you nice people . but as I no longer can play the game I love of golf I'm looking for the best buy for my money. but Im sure you won't get the friendliness and helpfulness ax in the villages.

[keithwand]

Originally Posted by jhrc4

We moved from Del Webb, Summerfield. Probably one of the best if not the best Retirement Community nearby....but...the property values their continue to fall, The Villages as some have pointed out the choice " Lifestyle " vs. a Retirement Community where, unfortunately they do not have the age variation that The Villages has, and like most retirement communities they get very, very tired looking.

Sure you will definitely get more house for the $$, outside of the Villages, but that is as far as it goes. In the case of Del Webb, Summerfield it was promised that shops, various business were going to be present....10 ++ years later Nothing at all, and sadly the property values went rapidly down a short while after build out was completed, plus They " OWN " the roads every inch. Not sure of The Villages?? Compare what is around look at the big picture it is the Lifestyle right here, is it Perfect ? of course not but really a pretty, pretty cool place to be.

Same thing happened at Del Web Sun City Center near Bradonton. Golf courses closed, very few restaurants, no movie theaters etc.
No one put money into their homes like they do in TV.
We did sell there house when they passed on 2010 and the price was pretty much what they paid in 1992, $180K for 2000sf, double lot on a lake with pontoon boats.
There's always cheaper but not better.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by pivo

Bogie Shooter-- Thanks for getting back and I'll buy you dinner when I get there.
My main reason for looking at the Villages was golf and from reading totv meeting you nice people . but as I no longer can play the game I love of golf I'm looking for the best buy for my money. but Im sure you won't get the friendliness and helpfulness ax in the villages.

I thought I was being friendly...................what is this ax you speak of?

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by pivo

Barefoot- Thank you but as much as I love golf I'm unable to play golf any longer.
As far as outsider such as Stonecrest is concerned I'm under the impression I would be able to say go to Spanish Springs and shop, eat, fish whatever which would be plenty enough for me maybe partake in some owners party's , etc. I would like to know if that's possible.

Absolutely, you will be able to go to all three Town Centers in The Villages where they have free entertainment every night. You will be able to go to the movie theatres, eat in the restaurants and shop. All are open to the public. You will be welcomed at the TOTV monthly meeting at Crispers Restaurant.

We chose The Villages because we like the idea of being able to go everywhere in a golf cart. Also because they allow large dogs. We didn't golf for the first five years, but we like knowing we have that option. We mostly hang out with friends rather than using the amenities. But it's wonderful to have the option of visiting (almost) limitless Rec Centers and pools, and attending activities when we choose to do so.

I think Stonecrest is probably also a great place to live.

[jhrc4]

This actually is my 3rd post in trying to help this person and it will be my last. I went ahead and " Googled " SHO Meeting, it was recorded May, 2013 8:43 long, my comments touch the very message that I gave to you. No need to take my word for it, Watch, Listen, very carefully to the Home owners Board Meeting.

Once the developer turns over the responsibility of the community to the HOA, the residents are on the hook for everything....Everything!! So having a solid reserve fund is EXTREMELY important, along with a multitude of other long range plans.

Buyer Beware stands out loud and clear...IMO. Once Again , Good Luck

[jbdlfan]

Originally Posted by John_W

How about 50 yards from TV's just off Rainey Trail for $168,900. That's masonry with a real tile roof, vaulted and tray ceilings, 2 car garage, 3BR 2BA, built in 2007, no bond, no maintenance, taxes $2200 and homeowner fee of $128 a month covers irrigation, pressure washing and painting.

There is no golf course, just a club house, pool, tennis courts and putting green. That's why the Lifestyle Preview Plan is one of the biggest selling tools, because you can't put a price on lifestyle.

But....they have the absolute best pool in the area! We lived in the development for five years before moving here. We had a street-legal cart and spent many days partaking of the Villages "lifestyle." Many folks are buying and building there for that very reason. I believe home values will remain staedy and even climb there as building progresses south. JMHO.

[pivo]

Bogie Shooter Sorry type what I meant to type I'm sure I wouldn't get the friendliness and helpfulness somewhere else like I'm sure I would get at the villages.
Thank Bogie for getting back.
I have been on totv for over a year and all I hear are things.

[pivo]

Bogie Shooter Sorry type what I meant to type I'm sure I wouldn't get the friendliness and helpfulness somewhere else like I'm sure I would get at the villages.
Thank Bogie for getting back.
I have been on totv for over a year and all I hear are good things

[pivo]

JHRC4 Thanks I'll check it out

[pivo]

One last question. can you drive a golf cart from Stonecrest to Spanish Springs.

[gomoho]

Pivo - we have been in The Villages for almost 2 years. Our house is adequate, but we thought we wanted more and we were very close to making an offer in Harbour Hills. Beautiful community and more house for the money. When we looked at the options we decided we couldn't give up the feeling of community we have built here and the friends we have made. Decided it wouldn't be very enjoyable to have an awesome house unless you had friends to fill it with. And that is what you have in The Villages.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by pivo

One last question. can you drive a golf cart from Stonecrest to Spanish Springs.

I suggest you do a search for the thread called:
Remember "The Wall"

[Medtrans]

New to TOTV, how do you search a thread?