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Del Webb Nocatee 55+ Community Review

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 27, 2025

Del Webb Nocatee, located in Ponte Vedra, is one of the most popular 55+ communities in Northeast Florida. This gated community has pretty much everything a retiree could dream of including a great location, terrific amenities, and a wide selection of homes to fit just about anyone’s needs. Let’s take a closer look! Location Del … Continue Reading » about Del Webb Nocatee 55+ Community Review

The Fresh Spring at Verandah in Fort Myers

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: September 24, 2025

The Fresh Spring is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2-car garage home, available to build at Verandah in Fort Myers. It’s the smallest model they build there, and because it’s the perfect size for many retirees, it is one of their most popular plans. Let’s take a look inside: Here’s a look at how the … Continue Reading » about The Fresh Spring at Verandah in Fort Myers

Why Some Model Homes Have Landscaping Instead of a Driveway

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: July 11, 2023

You may have seen some of the model homes I’ve featured here on the blog and wondered… What were they thinking? Where’s the driveway? How do you get into the garage? Well, you’re not crazy to ask those questions, but I promise you the builders aren’t crazy either! It is common practice here in Florida … Continue Reading » about Why Some Model Homes Have Landscaping Instead of a Driveway

The Waterford at the Villages of Citrus Hills

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: April 8, 2025

The Waterford is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, plus an office/study with 2,182 square feet of living space and 3,196 total square feet. Let’s take a look: Here’s a look at the overall floorplan: Located less than an hour from The Villages, the Villages of Citrus Hills is a Florida Retirement Community with single-family homes and maintenance-free … Continue Reading » about The Waterford at the Villages of Citrus Hills

The Dunbar at On Top of The World

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 15, 2023

The Dunbar is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, split 3-car garage home, available to build at On Top of the World in Ocala, FL. Let’s take a look at it via this video from On Top of the World’s “Most Wanted Monday” video series: Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: With 2,373 … Continue Reading » about The Dunbar at On Top of The World

The “Venice” Model at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: July 7, 2023

One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach is called the “Venice”. It has 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, a Den/Optional 4th Bedroom, a Great Room, a Screened and Covered Patio, and a 3-Car Garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan … Continue Reading » about The “Venice” Model at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach

The Sea Mist at Grand Palm in Venice

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: August 26, 2025

The Sea Mist is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 3-car garage home, available to build at Grand Palm in Venice. The interesting thing is that you can add an additional master suite and bonus room/loft if you want. Dual master suites are growing in popularity, and I seem to have more and more readers asking … Continue Reading » about The Sea Mist at Grand Palm in Venice

The Sandcastle Attached Villa at Boca Royale

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: May 27, 2025

The Sandcastle attached villa is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2-car garage home, available to build at Boca Royale, just south of Venice, FL. Take a look inside: Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: With 1,848 sq. ft. of living space, the Sandcastle is part of the “Coral Villa Home Series” at … Continue Reading » about The Sandcastle Attached Villa at Boca Royale

5 Underrated Places to Retire in Florida

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: November 4, 2023

Florida has so many great retirement destinations, and while popular cities like Sarasota, Naples, and Orlando may come to mind, there are lots of underrated places that don’t get nearly as much media coverage that are worth considering. Here are five underrated places to retire in Florida: St. Augustine Located on Florida’s northeastern coast, St. … Continue Reading » about 5 Underrated Places to Retire in Florida

Best Things to See and Do in Ocala

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 15, 2023

There are plenty of things to see and do when visiting or living in the Ocala area. One of my favorite travel bloggers put together this video with his top choices for things to do in Ocala, and I thought many of you would find it valuable: A few of the places mentioned in this … Continue Reading » about Best Things to See and Do in Ocala

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