The Grenada Model is a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom, 3-car garage home, available to build at Valencia Harbor in Fort Myers. With 2,470 sq. ft. of living space, it’s part of the “Marina” Collection at Valencia Harbor. Let’s take a look inside: Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: Discover Valencia Harbor by GL Homes … Continue Reading » about The Grenada Model at Valencia Harbor in Fort Myers
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The Caroline Grande at Valencia Del Mar in Boynton Beach
One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Valencia Del Mar in Boynton Beach is called the Caroline Grande. It has 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, a Club/Game Room, 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 … Continue Reading » about The Caroline Grande at Valencia Del Mar in Boynton Beach
The Exuma Model at Valencia Harbor
The Exuma Model is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2-car garage home, available to build at Valencia Harbor in Fort Myers. With 1,844 sq. ft. of living space, it’s part of the “Shoreline” Collection at Valencia Harbor. Let’s take a look inside: Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: Discover Valencia Harbor by … Continue Reading » about The Exuma Model at Valencia Harbor
Valencia Ridge Model Grand Opening
Valencia Ridge near Tampa recently held the Grand Opening of their model center. Take a look: Valencia Ridge offers contemporary home designs and world-class amenities for the ultimate 55+ luxury living. Nothing compares to the incredible 55+ lifestyle, as the world-class clubhouse will feature multiple pools, pickleball and tennis courts, a fitness center, a restaurant and bar, … Continue Reading » about Valencia Ridge Model Grand Opening
Stay & Play in Tampa for 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 newest and most popular 55+ communities in … Continue Reading » about Stay & Play in Tampa for Just $99
The Areca 55+ Club Villa in Valencia Parc at Riverland
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
Valencia Parc at Riverland 2025 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 2025 Review
Stay & Play in Ocala for 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 for Just $99
Valencia Harbor Fort Myers Clubhouse Virtual Tour
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 adult communities, offering water access and outdoor recreation at more competitive price points than other Florida markets. GL Homes has just given us the first glimpse of what the … Continue Reading » about Valencia Harbor Fort Myers Clubhouse Virtual Tour
Valencia Ridge Tampa-Area 55+ Community Review
With Valencia Ridge, GL Homes is bringing their luxury 55+ Valencia brand to Wesley Chapel, about 30 minutes north of Tampa. As you’ll see, the amenities are world-class, but the real appeal here I feel is the combination of Valencia’s proven 55+ concept with easy access to Tampa’s urban amenities and healthcare. Location Valencia Ridge … Continue Reading » about Valencia Ridge Tampa-Area 55+ Community Review
The Bismarck 55+ Club Villa in Valencia at Riverland
GL Homes recently announced that they were adding attached “Club Villas” to their Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, and we are finally getting a sneak peek. First up is the Bismarck. This 1,537 sq. ft. living area home has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a Hobby Room, a Great Room, and a … Continue Reading » about The Bismarck 55+ Club Villa in Valencia at Riverland
Valencia Harbor Fort Myers 55+ Community Preview
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 adult communities, offering water access and outdoor recreation at more competitive price points than other Florida markets. Location Highlights The Amenities A signature Valencia clubhouse serves as the community … Continue Reading » about Valencia Harbor Fort Myers 55+ Community Preview
Valencia Sky Naples 55+ Community Review
Known for their luxury Valencia 55+ communities since 1996, GL Homes has opened Valencia Sky just minutes from downtown Naples, combining their signature lifestyle with Naples’ upscale atmosphere. The community offers high-end resort amenities without Community Development District (CDD) fees, a significant cost advantage for luxury retirement living. Location Highlights The Amenities A 35,000 sq … Continue Reading » about Valencia Sky Naples 55+ Community Review
Valencia Walk at Riverland Social Club Tour
Similar to how The Villages does it, Valencia at Riverland in Port St. Lucie has multiple clubhouses or “Social Clubs” spread throughout the community that all residents are free to enjoy. They’ve just released this video tour of the new Valencia Walk at Riverland clubhouse, and like all the other Valencia 55+ clubhouses we’ve seen, … Continue Reading » about Valencia Walk at Riverland Social Club Tour
Top Selling Florida Communities of 2024
Two real estate consulting powerhouses, RCLCO and John Burns Real Estate Consulting, regularly release their lists of the country’s 50 top-selling master-planned communities. It should come as no surprise that many of these top-selling communities are located in or near some of Florida’s best places to retire. 2024 Fast Facts: Keep in mind that some … Continue Reading » about Top Selling Florida Communities of 2024
The Amethyst at Valencia Ridge
The new model center at Valencia Ridge, the newest 55+ community in the Tampa area, is almost complete, but today I’ve got a sneak peek at one model you will see there when it opens, the Amethyst. The Amethyst is a 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom model with 2,788 sq. ft. of living area. It also … Continue Reading » about The Amethyst at Valencia Ridge
Stay & Play in Naples for Just $99
As I’ve said before, Stay & Play programs are a great way to learn what living in a Florida 55+ community might be like before you shell out hundreds of thousands of dollars for the privilege. The problem is that so few communities offer stay-and-play deals these days. But one of the newest and most … Continue Reading » about Stay & Play in Naples for Just $99
The Annabelle at Valencia Ridge
The new model center at Valencia Ridge, the newest 55+ community in the Tampa area, is almost complete, but today I’ve got a sneak peek at one model you will see there when it opens, the Annabelle. The Annabelle is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom model with 2,209 sq. ft. of living area. It also … Continue Reading » about The Annabelle at Valencia Ridge
Stay & Play in Port St. Lucie for Just $99
Stay & Play programs are a great way to get to know what living in a Florida 55+ community might be like before you shell out hundreds of thousands of dollars for the privilege. The problem is that so few communities offer stay and play deals these days. But one of the newest and most … Continue Reading » about Stay & Play in Port St. Lucie for Just $99
The Camelia at Valencia Ridge
The new model center at Valencia Ridge, the newest 55+ community in the Tampa area, is almost finished, and one model you will see there when it opens is the Camelia. The Camelia is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom model with 1,674 sq. ft. of living area. It also includes a den, a great room, and a … Continue Reading » about The Camelia at Valencia Ridge
The Villages Is Top Selling Community Halfway Through 2024
The Villages has sold an “estimated” 1,515 new homes at the halfway point of 2024 according to real estate consulting firm RCLCO. The figure is only an estimate because The Villages does not release official mid-year sales numbers. Last year The Villages sold a total of 3,029 new homes. 13 Florida communities made the mid-year … Continue Reading » about The Villages Is Top Selling Community Halfway Through 2024
The Jasmine at Valencia Ridge
Valencia Ridge, the newest 55+ community in the Tampa area, just opened for sales last year, but this model has quickly become one of the top-selling models here. The Jasmine is a 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom model with 1,954 sq. ft. of living area. It also includes a den, a great room, and a two-car garage. Here’s … Continue Reading » about The Jasmine at Valencia Ridge
The Madison in Valencia Parc at Riverland
The Madison is part of the Vintage Collection by GL Homes, available to tour at their model center in the Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, FL. At Valencia Parc at Riverland you can walk to nearby shops and restaurants, spend the day at the beach or simply enjoy all the amenities … Continue Reading » about The Madison in Valencia Parc at Riverland
Valencia Ridge Lifestyle Video
If you’ve been following along on the blog and in my newsletter this year, you’ve probably seen me mention Valencia Ridge, a brand new 55+ community from GL Homes that just opened in the Tampa area in 2024. They’ve just released a lifestyle video that shows what living here will be like for residents: All … Continue Reading » about Valencia Ridge Lifestyle Video
The Ibis at Valencia Ridge
Valencia Ridge, the newest 55+ community in the Tampa area, has not been open for very long, but one model has already established itself as the top-selling model here. The Ibis is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom model with 1,807 sq. ft. of living area. It also includes a den, a great room, and a two-car garage. … Continue Reading » about The Ibis at Valencia Ridge
The Costa Model in Valencia at Riverland
The Costa is a new floorplan from GL Homes, available in their Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, FL. In Valencia at Riverland, you can walk to nearby shops and restaurants, spend the day at the beach or simply enjoy all the amenities right within your own neighborhood. This 2,155 sq. ft. … Continue Reading » about The Costa Model in Valencia at Riverland
The Sonoma Model at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach is called the Sonoma. 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 Sonoma Model at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
Top Selling Florida Communities of 2023
Two real estate consulting powerhouses, RCLCO and John Burns Real Estate Consulting, regularly release their lists of the country’s 50 top-selling master-planned communities. It should come as no surprise that many of these top-selling communities are located in or near some of Florida’s best places to retire. 2023 Fast Facts: Keep in mind that some … Continue Reading » about Top Selling Florida Communities of 2023
Valencia Trails Webinar
Not sure how this video slipped past my radar when it was released a few months ago, but if you are at all considering Naples or the Southwest Florida area for retirement it has a wealth of information not just about this community but about the entire area. There’s also some good Q&A towards the … Continue Reading » about Valencia Trails Webinar
The Villages vs. Port St. Lucie
In previous articles I’ve compared The Villages to several other popular communities such as On Top of the World, Latitude Margaritaville, the Villages of Citrus Hills, and others, but the more I think about it, as big as The Villages is getting, it’s almost not really fair to The Villages or these other communities to … Continue Reading » about The Villages vs. Port St. Lucie
Valencia Trails Clubhouse Walkthrough Video
The clubhouse at Valencia Trails in Naples opened in the summer of 2023 to rave reviews from residents. Check out this video tour to see what all the fuss is about: Valencia Trails in Naples offers the best resort lifestyle with a magnificent 42,000 sq. ft. Clubhouse where every day new events, clubs, and entertainment … Continue Reading » about Valencia Trails Clubhouse Walkthrough Video
The Savannah Model at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach is called the Savannah. It has 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms, a Den/Optional 5th Bedroom, a Great Room, a Screened and Covered Patio, and a 3-Car Garage. If you need a ton of space, this one’s for you! Get the Valencia … Continue Reading » about The Savannah Model at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
Top Selling Florida Communities Halfway Through 2023
The Villages has sold an “estimated” 1,960 new homes at the halfway point of 2023 according to real estate consulting firm RCLCO. The figure is only an estimate because The Villages does not release official mid-year sales numbers. In fact, it looks like RCLCO believes The Villages is on pace for a similar year as … Continue Reading » about Top Selling Florida Communities Halfway Through 2023
The “Venice” Model at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
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 Monacello in Valencia at Riverland
The Monacello is part of the Regal Collection by GL Homes, available in their Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, FL. In Valencia at Riverland, you can walk to nearby shops and restaurants, spend the day at the beach or simply enjoy all the amenities right within your own neighborhood. This 2,136 … Continue Reading » about The Monacello in Valencia at Riverland
Valencia del Sol 55+ Community Review
Valencia del Sol is a 55+ community developed by GL Homes, located in the city of Wimauma which is in the Tampa area. The community began selling around 2017 and should wrap up development with a little over 550 homes in 2023. GL Homes is responsible for more than a dozen 55+ communities here in … Continue Reading » about Valencia del Sol 55+ Community Review
The Sanderling in Valencia at Riverland
The Sanderling is one of the brand new models on display in the Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, FL. This 1,761 sq. ft. living area home has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a Den/Optional 3rd Bedroom, a Great Room, a screened and covered patio, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and … Continue Reading » about The Sanderling in Valencia at Riverland
Top Selling Florida Communities of 2022
I recently released my updated list of what I think are the best places to retire in Florida, but two real estate consulting firms, RCLCO and John Burns Real Estate Consulting, recently released their 2022 lists of the country’s 50 top-selling master-planned communities. It should come as no surprise that many of these top-selling communities … Continue Reading » about Top Selling Florida Communities of 2022
The Jade at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach is called the Jade. 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 Jade at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
The Seabreeze at Valencia Trails in Naples
One of the models on display at 55+ community Valencia Trails in Naples is called the Seabreeze. It has 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, a Den/Game 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 comes together: With 2,620 sq. ft. … Continue Reading » about The Seabreeze at Valencia Trails in Naples
The Abaco Model in Valencia at Riverland
The Abaco is one of 16 models on display at the Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, FL. This 1,672 sq. ft. living area home has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a Den/Optional 3rd Bedroom, a Great Room, a screened and covered patio, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and take a … Continue Reading » about The Abaco Model in Valencia at Riverland
The Paseo Greenway at Riverland in Port St. Lucie
The Paseo Greenway is a multi-modal trail that connects the various 55+ communities, parks, and amenities within the master-planned community of Riverland in Port St. Lucie, FL. You’d be surprised at how many Florida retirement communities claim to be “golf cart friendly” but require those carts to be driven on the same roadways as cars, … Continue Reading » about The Paseo Greenway at Riverland in Port St. Lucie
The Carmel at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach is called the Carmel. It has 3 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, a Club Room, a Family Room, a Living 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 … Continue Reading » about The Carmel at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
Explore Nature at 55+ Valencia Trails in Naples
Nature’s breathtaking beauty is on full display at Valencia Trails in Naples. With over 160 acres of pristine preserve and over three miles of scenic trails winding throughout the community, Valencia Trails offers endless opportunities to thrive and enjoy the year-round Florida sunshine outdoors. Residents can bike, jog, or simply relax while taking in views of sparkling … Continue Reading » about Explore Nature at 55+ Valencia Trails in Naples
The Captiva at Valencia Trails in Naples
One of the models on display at 55+ community Valencia Trails in Naples is called the Captiva. It has 4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, a Game 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 comes together: With … Continue Reading » about The Captiva at Valencia Trails in Naples
The Cabernet Grande at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach is called the Cabernet Grande. It has 3 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, 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 Cabernet Grande at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
The Tribeca Model in Valencia at Riverland
The Tribeca is part of the Regal Collection by GL Homes, available in their new Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, FL. In Valencia at Riverland you can walk to nearby shops and restaurants, spend the day at the beach, or simply enjoy all the amenities right within your own neighborhood. This … Continue Reading » about The Tribeca Model in Valencia at Riverland
The Aruba Grande at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach is called the Aruba Grande. It has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 1 half bath, Den/Optional 3rd Bedroom, 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 Aruba Grande at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
The Villages Leads Nation in New Home Sales Mid-Year 2022
The Villages has sold an “estimated” 1,500 new homes at the halfway point of 2022 according to real estate consulting firm RCLCO. The figure is only an estimate because The Villages does not release official mid-year sales numbers. If that figure is accurate though, it would mean The Villages is on pace for a 25% … Continue Reading » about The Villages Leads Nation in New Home Sales Mid-Year 2022
The Caroline Model in Valencia at Riverland
The Caroline is part of the Vintage Collection by GL Homes, available in their new Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, FL. In Valencia at Riverland you can walk to nearby shops and restaurants, spend the day at the beach, or simply enjoy all the amenities right within your own neighborhood. This … Continue Reading » about The Caroline Model in Valencia at Riverland