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Cresswind DeLand Clubhouse Preview

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: April 16, 2025

Cresswind DeLand residents will enjoy access to a resident-exclusive clubhouse overlooking Lake Winnemissett that will feature pickleball, tennis, walking trails, resort-style pool and spa, resistance pool and event & entertainment areas. The Cresswind SmartFit Training Center will feature the EGYM training system which uses state-of-the-art fitness technology to help you reach your fitness goals with … Continue Reading » about Cresswind DeLand Clubhouse Preview

Cresswind DeLand 55+ Community Review

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: February 4, 2025

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

Cresswind at Hammock Oaks to debut near The Villages in Spring 2025

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 20, 2025

Kolter Homes is expanding its footprint in Central Florida’s competitive active adult market, positioning its newest development as a boutique alternative to the mega retirement community. Cresswind at Hammock Oaks in Lady Lake will offer robust amenities and customizable homes in a location that leverages access to the public shopping, dining, and entertainment infrastructure of … Continue Reading » about Cresswind at Hammock Oaks to debut near The Villages in Spring 2025

New 55+ Community Just 3 Miles from The Villages

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 19, 2024

Located in Lady Lake, Cresswind at Hammock Oaks will be Kolter Homes’ second 55+ community in Lake County, and one of four in Central Florida. Cresswind at Hammock Oaks will feature a new collection of floorplans designed specifically for active adults. An on-site Design Studio offers hundreds of structural and design options to personalize your … Continue Reading » about New 55+ Community Just 3 Miles from The Villages

Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake Community Tour

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 9, 2024

Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake is an active adult, new home community in Westlake, Florida, between Wellington and Palm Beach Gardens. This 55+ community is designed for active adults with resort-style amenities and convenient access to beaches, shopping, dining, healthcare and the attractions of downtown West Palm Beach. They’ve just released this overview video that … Continue Reading » about Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake Community Tour

The Lido Model at 55+ Cresswind Lakewood Ranch

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: November 11, 2024

The Lido model is a 1,675 sq. ft., 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home available to build at the Cresswind Lakewood Ranch 55+ community. Let’s take a look inside: Here’s how the floorplan comes together: If the Lido is not the right size/style for you, that’s ok because they have about 20 different floorplans available here. … Continue Reading » about The Lido Model at 55+ Cresswind Lakewood Ranch

Highlights from the Cresswind DeLand Grand Opening

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: October 29, 2024

Over 500 guests toured the new model homes at Cresswind DeLand during the Grand Opening weekend. Hear guest reactions and preview Cresswind DeLand’s new model park in this video. Cresswind DeLand features a new collection of floorplans designed specifically for active adults. Kolter Homes’ onsite Design Studio offers hundreds of structural and design options to … Continue Reading » about Highlights from the Cresswind DeLand Grand Opening

DeLand Florida Retirement Video

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: October 14, 2024

This video is a great overview of what it’s like to retire in DeLand, FL. Personally, I like DeLand because it’s far enough away from the East Coast to avoid the most inclement coastal weather, yet close enough to New Smyrna Beach (22 mins drive) that you don’t have to spend half a day getting … Continue Reading » about DeLand Florida Retirement Video

The Villages vs. Lakewood Ranch

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: June 21, 2025

Located just two hours away from each other, The Villages and Lakewood Ranch are usually the top two best-selling communities (retirement or otherwise) in the country. In 2024 The Villages had 3,208 new home sales and Lakewood Ranch had 2,210 new home sales. If we count home sales as votes, it’s clear that both of … Continue Reading » about The Villages vs. Lakewood Ranch

The Claire Model at 55+ Cresswind DeLand

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: October 1, 2024

The Claire model is a 1,724 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home available to build at the Cresswind DeLand 55+ community. DeLand is located between Daytona Beach and Orlando, giving residents easy access to both the coast and the amenities offered by one of the biggest cities in Florida. Let’s take a look inside: … Continue Reading » about The Claire Model at 55+ Cresswind DeLand

Review of PGA Village Verano in Port St. Lucie

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: August 24, 2023

PGA Village Verano is a gated, golf resort community in Port St. Lucie. While not exclusively 55+, there is a 55+ neighborhood within PGA Village Verano called Cresswind at PGA Village Verano. Here is a terrific video detailing what living in PGA Village Verano is like: Location PGA Village Verano has a great location in Port St. Lucie. … Continue Reading » about Review of PGA Village Verano in Port St. Lucie

Best Places to Retire in Port St. Lucie

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: June 9, 2025

Port St. Lucie sits in the northern part of what most people consider South Florida, but home prices here are not quite as high as those you will find in places like Palm Beach County. Because of this, Port St. Lucie is very attractive to retirees right now, and developers are building several 55+ communities … Continue Reading » about Best Places to Retire in Port St. Lucie

New 55+ Communities in Palm Beach County, FL

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: March 15, 2025

It’s rare for readers to ask me about communities in specific counties in Florida, but for whatever reason, Palm Beach County is an exception to that rule. Some of the most popular towns and cities in Palm Beach County include Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, and Boca Raton. Palm … Continue Reading » about New 55+ Communities in Palm Beach County, FL

List of All Cresswind Florida 55+ Communities

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: September 2, 2024

Headquartered in Palm Beach County, Kolter Homes builds homes and communities in Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. Cresswind is their brand of communities for those 55 or better. Similar to Pulte Homes’ “Del Webb“, GL Homes’ “Valencia“, D.R. Horton’s “Freedom”, Shea Homes’ “Trilogy”, and Taylor Morrison’s Esplanade brand, Cresswind is geared toward those seeking the best … Continue Reading » about List of All Cresswind Florida 55+ Communities

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