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5 Great Places to Live After 50
By Rebecca Fending
Whether you’re thinking of moving to Florida, or just shopping around to see what’s out there, Florida has a number of fantastic 55+ communities throughout the state. For those with active lifestyles, to those looking to wind down and enjoy a sunset view each night, here are just a few great places to call home:
Cypress Lakes – Lakeland, FL
Located in the heart of Central Florida, Cypress Lakes is a 55+ community that is designed for retirees in search of fun, active lifestyles in a securely gated neighborhood nestled among beautiful natural surroundings. The defining feature of this community is the 36 holes of PGA championship golf – two challenging courses that wind their way through 1,000-plus acres of stately cypress trees, glistening lakes and beautiful manufactured homes.
The 32,000-square-foot clubhouse is a vibrant gathering spot that is buzzing with activity throughout the day. It has a full-service restaurant and tavern, spacious ballroom, cozy library, craft and ceramics room, and a state-ofthe-art fitness center just next door. Nearby, there are lighted tennis courts, bocce courts, shuffleboard courts, two heated swimming pools and hot tubs.
Learn more at www.cypresslakesfla.com.
Village Green – St. Petersburg, FL
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Step into this active 55+ community in St. Petersburg and be amazed at how affordable a resort lifestyle can be! You’ll discover friendly people, luxury amenities and newly remodeled homes from $30k and rentals from $825. Village Green is a gated community that offers a year-round calendar of social events planned by the Activity Director, a courtesy shuttle bus to get around town, a beautiful clubhouse, heated pool and so much more.
Imagine having a brand new, multi-million-dollar clubhouse, unlimited activities and luxury amenities all within your own community. That’s the resort lifestyle at Village Green. The community features a heated pool, indoor spa, fully equipped fitness center, BBQ area for cookouts, lake for fishing, lighted shuffleboard court and plenty of walking and biking paths. Inside the clubhouse you’ll find a library with computers and WiFi, billiards, gourmet kitchen and an Activities Director with a year-round calendar full of events.
Learn more at villagegreen55.com.
Buttonwood Village – Punta Gorda, FL
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Located on the sunny Gulf Coast in Southwest Florida, an outgoing, active luxury retirement community beckons your arrival, situated on a 54-acre landscape of majestic pines, sparkling lakes and breathtaking natural surroundings.
Come discover Buttonwood Village’s enchanting upscale 55+ community located in the idyllic Gulf Coast town of Punta Gorda. Pursue your passions, indulge in your favorite hobbies, take classes, stay fit, make wonderful new friends and join in the leisurely fun with an endless array of recreational activities and social gatherings.
The recreation complex also boasts a heated swimming pool, shuffleboard courts, and horseshoe pits for more outdoor enjoyment. With on-site customer service and lawn maintenance included, relaxation is your top priority at Buttonwood Village!
Find out more at buttonwoodvillage.com.
