Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake is a new 55+ community between Wellington and Palm Beach Gardens offering resort-style amenities and homes designed specifically for active adults. Location Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake’s location between Wellington and Palm Beach Gardens offers access to arts & entertainment in downtown West Palm Beach, coastal beaches, natural preserves and … Continue Reading » about Cresswind Palm Beach 55+ Community Review
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Places to Love: Naples and Marco Island
Places to Love is an Emmy Award-winning PBS travel series hosted by veteran travel expert Samantha Brown. In this episode featuring Naples and Marco Island, she explores Florida’s Paradise Coast, showcasing both its famous beaches and lesser-known treasures, from wild Everglades adventures to thriving local food scenes. Here are a few of the highlights: Where … Continue Reading » about Places to Love: Naples and Marco Island
The Bismarck 55+ Club Villa in Valencia at Riverland
GL Homes announced last year that they were adding attached “Club Villas” to their Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, and we want to give you a look at some of them. The Bismarck is 1,537 sq. ft. living area and has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a Hobby Room, a Great Room, … Continue Reading » about The Bismarck 55+ Club Villa in Valencia at Riverland
Kings Gate Port Charlotte 55+ Community Review
Kings Gate is a gated 55+ community in the Port Charlotte-Punta Gorda area, with homes starting in the upper $200k’s. The community adds Neal Communities’ award-winning designs to Charlotte County’s growing 55+ market, offering competitive entry pricing for Florida retirement communities. Location Kings Gate’s Port Charlotte location offers easy access to plenty of beaches, marinas, … Continue Reading » about Kings Gate Port Charlotte 55+ Community Review
Woodland Preserve Parrish 55+ Community Review
Woodland Preserve marks Kolter Homes’ latest entry into Florida’s competitive active adult market, targeting buyers seeking proximity to both small-town charm and major coastal attractions. Location Positioned between the Sarasota-Bradenton and Tampa Bay regions, Woodland Preserve offers easy access to: Amenities Woodland Preserve residents will have exclusive access to a private preserve and lakefront clubhouse … Continue Reading » about Woodland Preserve Parrish 55+ Community Review
Brightmore at Wellen Park 55+ Community Review
Brightmore, a new 55+ community is now open in fast-growing Wellen Park. Located in the Venice area, Brightmore joins one of America’s top-selling master-planned communities, anchored by the new Downtown Wellen district and Atlanta Braves’ spring training facility. Location Amenities Homes Brightmore at Wellen Park targets active adults seeking amenity-rich Florida living near beaches, while … Continue Reading » about Brightmore at Wellen Park 55+ Community Review
Valencia Harbor Fort Myers 55+ Community Preview
Valencia Harbor brings GL Homes’ famous Valencia 55+ lifestyle to Fort Myers! This is exciting because Fort Myers is emerging as a new hub for active adult communities, offering water access and outdoor recreation at more competitive price points than other Florida markets. Location Highlights The Amenities A signature Valencia clubhouse serves as the community … Continue Reading » about Valencia Harbor Fort Myers 55+ Community Preview
Cresswind DeLand 55+ Community Review
Cresswind DeLand combines resort-style amenities with strategic location access to both beaches and Orlando, offering active adults a new option in one of Florida’s most charming small towns. This gated 55+ community by Kolter Homes centers around their “Set Yourself FREE” lifestyle program, focusing on Fitness, Relationships, Education, and Entertainment. Location snapshot: DeLand’s downtown Main … Continue Reading » about Cresswind DeLand 55+ Community Review
Valencia Sky Naples 55+ Community Review
Known for their luxury Valencia 55+ communities since 1996, GL Homes has opened Valencia Sky just minutes from downtown Naples, combining their signature lifestyle with Naples’ upscale atmosphere. The community offers high-end resort amenities without Community Development District (CDD) fees, a significant cost advantage for luxury retirement living. Location Highlights The Amenities A 35,000 sq … Continue Reading » about Valencia Sky Naples 55+ Community Review
Why the Timberts Chose the Villages of Citrus Hills for Retirement
The Villages of Citrus Hills is an active adult community right in the middle of Florida’s “Nature Coast”. In this video, you’ll learn why the Timberts chose Citrus Hills for their new community: Among the things they mentioned they like about Citrus Hills were: If you are considering Florida’s Central West Coast area and Citrus … Continue Reading » about Why the Timberts Chose the Villages of Citrus Hills for Retirement











