GL Homes recently announced that they were adding attached “Club Villas” to their Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie. The Areca model has 1,293 sq. ft. of living area and has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a Great Room, and a pretty unique 1-car PLUS separate golf cart garage setup. Let’s go inside … Continue Reading » about The Areca 55+ Club Villa in Valencia Parc at Riverland
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Cresswind at Hammock Oaks Clubhouse Preview
Located in Lady Lake, Cresswind at Hammock Oaks is Kolter Homes’ second 55+ community in Lake County, and one of four in Central Florida. The location offers active adults a more intimate community setting while still being close enough to tap into The Villages’ dining, shopping, and entertainment options, located just 3 miles away. The … Continue Reading » about Cresswind at Hammock Oaks Clubhouse Preview
Boca Royale Englewood 2026 Community Review
Boca Royale in Englewood combines the best of Florida living: a country club lifestyle, proximity to beautiful Gulf beaches, and a strong community feel—all within a gated 1,000-acre setting. What stands out most about this community is its robust amenities package centered around the newly renovated 18-hole golf course and its prime location in desirable … Continue Reading » about Boca Royale Englewood 2026 Community Review
Valencia at Riverland Mardi Gras Parade
Valencia at Riverland (Port St. Lucie) residents know how to have a good time! They recently celebrated Mardi Gras in style, decorating their golf carts for a festive parade with the Jammin’ Jambalaya Band. Check it out: If you like the kind of fun you see in the video, you can request more information about … Continue Reading » about Valencia at Riverland Mardi Gras Parade
9 New Models on Display at Valencia Harbor in Fort Myers
There are 9 new models available to tour when you visit Valencia Harbor 55+ community in Fort Myers. Here’s a sneak peek at what the model center looks like: 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 … Continue Reading » about 9 New Models on Display at Valencia Harbor in Fort Myers
Valencia Parc at Riverland 2026 Review
Valencia Parc brings GL Homes popular Valencia 55+ brand to Riverland, and is their fourth active adult neighborhood in this massive 4,000-acre master-planned community. What makes this community special is the sheer scale of amenities—both within Valencia Parc itself and throughout the larger Riverland community—giving residents access to one of the most comprehensive amenity packages … Continue Reading » about Valencia Parc at Riverland 2026 Review
Cresswind at Lake Harris Clubhouse Preview
Cresswind at Lake Harris is a new 55+ gated community in Tavares. 55+ communities with lake and boat dock access are few and far between, but Creswwind at Lake Harris offers it. The lakefront clubhouse at Cresswind at Lake Harris offers a state-of-the-art fitness center with EGYM equipment, arts studio, game rooms, and event spaces. … Continue Reading » about Cresswind at Lake Harris Clubhouse Preview
Stay & Play in Ocala Starting at Just $99
Stay & Play programs are a great way to learn what living in a Florida 55+ community might be like before you spend hundreds of thousands of dollars for the privilege. The problem is that not too many communities offer stay-and-play deals these days. But one of the most popular 55+ communities in Ocala, On … Continue Reading » about Stay & Play in Ocala Starting at Just $99
The Villages of Citrus Hills 2026 Review
Nature Coast Living with Country Club Amenities The Villages of Citrus Hills combines elevated country club living with prime access to Florida’s Nature Coast, delivering a unique blend of luxury amenities and natural surroundings that many retirees are seeking. What sets this community apart is its location on Florida’s Central Ridge (260 feet above sea … Continue Reading » about The Villages of Citrus Hills 2026 Review
7 Great Inland Retirement Towns in Florida
We’ve covered the many great coastal retirement towns in Florida, but for this article, let’s turn our attention to some of the great inland retirement towns in Florida. For our purposes here, we are defining “inland” as being in a county that does not touch the Atlantic Ocean or the Gulf. Here are seven great … Continue Reading » about 7 Great Inland Retirement Towns in Florida