The Villages®

About the community

About The Villages®

About The Villages® The Villages® community in Florida is one of the largest age-restricted active adult communities in the state. What started as a small neighborhood in 1978 became a sprawling community that will eventually be home to an estimated 70,000 households of 55+ residents. The Villages® Florida spans three counties, three zip codes, and over 30,000 acres. The entire community is connected by over 100 miles of golf-cart-legal streets and trails.The Villages® is an entirely self-sustaining town complete with retail establishments, restaurants, banks, post offices, healthcare centers, and countless recreational amenities. Residents of The Villages®, known as Villagers, have flocked to the community from multiple states and several countries. The community has drawn retirees from around the world with the lure of warm weather, quality ranch homes, and ample opportunities for golf. The Villages® Florida has appealed to homebuyers because it offers an active lifestyle. There is also a newsletter and activity guide published in The Villages® each week, which highlights all of the various clubs, activities, and events available. Buyers looking for homes for sale in The Villages®, Florida will love everything this active adult community has to offer. The Villages® Amenities The Villages® is known for being home to a vast selection amenities. With over 35 community centers, over 100 outdoor pools, and 41 executive golf courses, The Villages® Florida has a lot to offer members of the community. This active adult community is designed around the notion that every resident should have simple and convenient access to various amenities. To accommodate this, there is a combination of town squares, retail plazas, golf courses, and recreation centers spread throughout the development. The Villages® features three town squares that provide residents with numerous amenities and recreation options. The community also features multiple places to gather with friends and socialize with neighbors. Spanish Springs Town Square, Lake Sumter Landing Market Square and Brownwood Paddock Square offer free nightly entertainment 365 days a year. The assortment of retail shops, restaurants, movie theaters, and cafes provides residents of The Villages® Florida with ample entertainment opportunities. Spanish Springs Town Square Spanish Springs Town Square is reminiscent of a historic southwest setting with storefront shops and fountains decorated in a southwestern style. Spanish Springs Town Square has several attractions including a hotel, more than a dozen restaurants, and over 30 retail establishments. The Sharon Morse Performing Arts Center is also located in the Spanish Springs Town Square. Lake Sumter Landing Market Square Lake Sumter Landing Market Square is a small-town themed square on the shores of Lake Sumter. This square features several dozen retail shops and restaurants that overlook the square. The lighthouse is also a local landmark that signals entertainment and great food in The Villages® . Residents can take a scenic boat tour of Lake Sumter and hear about the lake’s history. Lake Sumter Landing Market Square is also home to the Old Mill Playhouse movie theater. The square features live acts and nightly entertainment every night throughout the year. Brownwood Paddock Square Brownwood Paddock Square resembles a cattle town and offers a variety of opportunities. This town square features the City Fire restaurant, an athletic club, and a barber and beauty salon. The log cabin on Paddock Square features free nightly entertainment throughout the year. Recreation Centers in The Villages® There are amenity centers spread throughout The Villages® Florida that currently include eight regional recreation centers, 17 village recreation centers, and 35 neighborhood recreation centers. The regional recreation centers host the largest array of amenities and generally include a fitness center, hobby and craft studios, meeting rooms, and ballrooms.