The Villages of Citrus Hills is one of the most popular choices among readers on the blog. One of the main reasons for that is the amenities they offer. I’ve visited and toured Citrus Hills several times, and this video does a great job of capturing the look and feel of what you’ll actually see … Continue Reading » about Villages of Citrus Hills “Virtual” Amenities Tour
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The Madrid at Valencia Del Sol
Located in the gated, Tampa area 55+ community of Valencia Del Sol, The Madrid is a 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home with the addition of a Den/Optional 3rd Bedroom. Other features include a Great Room, a Screened and Covered Patio, and a 2-Car Garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at … Continue Reading » about The Madrid at Valencia Del Sol
The Leopold at Avalon Trails
If you haven’t heard me sing the praises of attached villa living in Florida, then you haven’t been a reader of my site long enough! One of the biggest reasons that many people opt for an attached villa over a single-family home is that attached villas require far less maintenance than a comparable single-family home … Continue Reading » about The Leopold at Avalon Trails
The Charleston Grande at Valencia Bonita
The Charleston Grande is one of the biggest homes available at Valencia Bonita in Bonita Springs, about halfway between Naples and Fort Myers. This more than 3,300 sq. ft. of living space home exudes Southern Charm, just as its name suggests. Here’s a look inside: The Charleston Grande has: And here’s a look at the … Continue Reading » about The Charleston Grande at Valencia Bonita
The Verona in Lakes at Harmony
The Verona is a 3 bedroom + a flex room, 3 bathroom, 2-car garage floorplan available in the Lakes at Harmony, a 55+ community in St. Cloud, FL. Lakes at Harmony residents get to enjoy the peace and tranquility of small-town living surrounded by pristine lakes, and abundant natural areas, but also be close to … Continue Reading » about The Verona in Lakes at Harmony
The Elton at Parkland Preserve
This week are just south of Jacksonville in Parkland Preserve at World Golf Village looking at the Elton which at the time of this writing starts just under $300k. And for the second week in a row we are seeing another floorplan that has not one, but TWO owner’s suites. I’m sensing a trend. Now … Continue Reading » about The Elton at Parkland Preserve
The Wellington at On Top of the World in Ocala, FL
On Top of the World in Ocala, FL is one of the few 55+ communities that still has a couple of homes that start in the $200k’s. Today’s featured home though is one of the bigger floorplans they offer. With 3 bedrooms plus a “flex” room, 3 bathrooms, and a 3-car garage, the 2,812 sq. … Continue Reading » about The Wellington at On Top of the World in Ocala, FL
Ultimate List of National Parks in Florida
From the Panhandle to the Atlantic Coast and all the way down to the Florida Keys, the National Parks across the state of Florida offer a fantastic number of outdoor experiences for residents and visitors. No matter what type of outdoor adventure you are looking for, there is something for just about everyone at each … Continue Reading » about Ultimate List of National Parks in Florida
The Ibis in 55+ Valencia at Riverland
The Ibis is part of the Premier Collection by GL Homes, available to build in Valencia Parc at Riverland, a 55-plus community in Port St. Lucie. This 1,599 sq. ft. living area home has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms and a Den/Optional 3rd Bedroom. Let’s go inside and take a look! Want to see all the … Continue Reading » about The Ibis in 55+ Valencia at Riverland
Here’s What It Really Costs to Live in Florida’s Most Popular Retirement Community
By far the most frequently asked question I get over on my website about The Villages is some variation of: “What does it cost to live in The Villages?” The answer is not as straightforward as many would like, because everybody’s situation is different, and figuring out one’s cost of living is not at all … Continue Reading » about Here’s What It Really Costs to Live in Florida’s Most Popular Retirement Community