Welcome to The Swamp! Of course, the term “swamp” doesn’t have the same negative connotation here in Gainesville that it might have in other parts of Florida. That’s because this is the home of the University of Florida Gators, and “The Swamp” is where this community gathers to watch their favorite football team on Saturday … Continue Reading » about Retirement in Gainesville, FL
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The Saxony at On Top of the World
The Saxony is one of the smaller floorplans available at On Top of the World, but for many relocating Boomers, that is exactly what they are looking for. Despite weighing in with only 1,750 square feet of living space, the Saxony still contains 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a study, and a flex room. It also … Continue Reading » about The Saxony at On Top of the World
Destin Retirement Guide
Commonly referred to as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” Destin is located on a small peninsula along the Florida panhandle about halfway between Panama City and Pensacola. This area of Florida is known as the Emerald Coast because of the crystal clear green water of the Gulf of Mexico. In addition to its beautiful waters, … Continue Reading » about Destin Retirement Guide
Crystal River Retirement Guide
Crystal River is located right on the Gulf Coast of Florida just a little over an hour north of Tampa, a little over an hour south of Gainesville, and about and hour and a half west of Orlando. This area is commonly referred to as “The Nature Coast” because of the abundance of parks, preserves, … Continue Reading » about Crystal River Retirement Guide
St. Augustine Retirement Guide
Famous for being the oldest city in the country, St. Augustine is absolutely the perfect place for anyone who appreciates history. The city is located along the east coast of Florida just about 45 minutes south of Jacksonville, and a little over an hour north of Daytona Beach. In addition to being a great location … Continue Reading » about St. Augustine Retirement Guide
Overview of Florida’s Diverse Regions
Florida is long. Pensacola to Key West is about 830 miles, and the state changes a great deal along the way. Most people come to a page like this trying to get their bearings: which part is which, what’s in each one, and where the lines fall. The map below answers that. But if you’re … Continue Reading » about Overview of Florida’s Diverse Regions
The Fairhaven at Citrus Hills
The Fairhaven is one of the many homes available to build at the Villages of Citrus Hills. It has 2,699 square feet of living space and 3,685 square feet of total space. There are 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a study. Not only does this home have features like an open floor plan and master … Continue Reading » about The Fairhaven at Citrus Hills
Naples Retirement Community Profiles
As one of the most popular retirement locations in all of Florida, you can definitely count on plenty of options to choose from if Naples is the ultimate destination for you. You can choose from communities that range from completely brand new to communities that have been established for years. There are communities with tons of … Continue Reading » about Naples Retirement Community Profiles
The Berkshire at On Top of the World
One of the biggest problems that many boomers run into with their new homes is that they are either too big to maintain, or too small for all of their stuff. The Berkshire at On Top of the World in Ocala offers up the perfect combination of comfortable coziness and space to spread out. Starting … Continue Reading » about The Berkshire at On Top of the World
Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Naples
With its reputation as one of the most popular tourist destinations along the Gulf Coast, there is no shortage of great places to eat, stay, and play in and around Naples. From first-class resorts and fabulous restaurants to high-end shopping and championship level golf, there is something for everyone to see, do, and eat in … Continue Reading » about Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Naples