Discover the Best 55+ Communities

55+ communities are ideal for active adults who want to surround themselves with like-minded, healthy people who are at, or near, retirement age, but young at heart. Many are located in warmer climates and offer a fun, outdoor-oriented lifestyle year-round.
What Is a 55+ Community?All active adult communities are designed with mature residents in mind--from floor plans, to amenities, programs, and resources--but not all have an age requirement. True 55+ communities are age-restricted, meaning that one of the household’s residents must be 55 years of age or older in order to purchase property there. Of course, visitors of younger age are welcomed. ...
Why Choose a 55+ Community? 55+ communities typically offer a number of exciting amenities and social programs. Residents are drawn to features like:- Luxury lifestyle amenities: golf courses, tennis courts, pools, fitness centers, walking paths, clubhouses, restaurants, bars, and sometimes much more.
- Secure, gated entries offering safety and piece of mind for both full-time and seasonal residents.
- An active calendar of social events - Holiday parties, themed dinners, golf tournaments, tennis and pickle-ball mixers, bridge, clubs for special hobbies and interests, guest speakers, and much more.
- Hassle-free exterior home maintenance, such as lawn care and landscaping, included in HOA dues.
- New construction homes which are energy efficient and require very little upkeep.
- Well-maintained common areas, architectural standards, and other aesthetic features.
- Neighbors who are friendly and social.
Where To Next?
Browse the 55+ communities listed below and use our easy information request form to connect with a community representative who can answer any questions you may have. You may wish to ask about homes or lots for sale, HOA fees, or anything else related to the community.
If you already know what state(s) you are interested in, use the filtering options at left to narrow your search.
As we all know, retirees flock to the Sunshine State every year to escape chilly winters. And, to bask, permanently, in the sun. Subsequently, 55 plus communities are abundant in Florida. As a result of the high level of competition, amenities in most communities are exceedingly good, and consistently being upgraded.
Looking for somewhere a little less populated? Can't live without four distinct seasons? Then you might be interested in the mountain and lake communities of North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Georgia.
Or, head West! Arkansas, Arizona, Texas, and Nevada are all 55+ havens for those seeking natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and golf and luxury options.
Venture Out!
Now, for the fun part. Once you’ve made a short list of communities you’re interested in, make plans to visit! Many communities offer discovery tours or “stay and play” packages, so you can experience, say, for a weekend, what it would be like to live there. This is the very best way to know for sure if a community is right for you.
Research and explore the country’s best 55+ communities
Lake Arrowhead
Waleska, Georgia
Lake Arrowhead is a beautiful master planned community is just 40 minutes from Atlanta, convenient to nearby Canton, minutes from the new, state-of-the-art Northside Cherokee Hospital and the premiere Cultural Arts Center at renowned Reinhardt University. The vast list of amenities includes miles of walking/hiking trails, pickle ball, championship golf and breathtaking lake and mountain views.Read More...
GA
Cresswind Charleston
Summerville, South Carolina
Cresswind Charleston brings the award-winning Cresswind active adult lifestyle to the Charleston area. This gated community is integrated within the thriving community of The Ponds while maintaining its own privacy. Cresswind features a full list of resort-style amenities, all located within a natural, Lowcountry setting. Residents can take a short walk to the 12,000-square-foot clubhouse, enjoy pickleball and tennis or participate in activities at the event lawn and amphitheater.Read More...
SC
Sterling on the Lake
Flowery Branch, Georgia
Sterling on the Lake is a master-planned community with a range of amenities, located 40 miles north of Downtown Atlanta in Flowery Branch, Georgia. Its location offers convenient access to Atlanta's International Airport, shopping and dining, Lake Lanier and beautiful mountain settings.Read More...
GA
Montesa at Gold Canyon - Arizona Gated Community
Gold Canyon, Arizona
Much more than a place to live, Montesa offers a premier style of living, with resort amenities, a stunning natural landscape and Premier Homes. Explore more about this Gated Community near Phoenix.Read More...
AZ
Latitude Margaritaville Daytona
Daytona Beach, Florida
You've earned a life where every day feels like an escape. Find your paradise at Latitude Margaritaville, the 55-and-better community where fun and relaxation meet. Located in the heart of world-famous Daytona Beach, Florida - Latitude Margaritaville is a place where life rolls easy, neighbors are friends, and the party never ends. Inspired by the legendary music and lifestyle of singer, songwriter and best-selling author Jimmy Buffett, your new home in paradise features exciting recreation, FINtastic dining and live entertainment.Read More...
FL
Encore at Viridian
Arlington, Texas
Encore by David Weekley Homes will soon offer a new 55 plus lifestyle community in Arlington, TX. You will shortly be able to enjoy thoughtfully-designed one-story homes and bright, open floor plans.Read More...
TX
Cresswind at PGA Village Verano
Port St. Lucie, Florida
Cresswind at PGA Village Verano is a 55+ gated neighborhood within the gates of PGA Village Verano. This new age-restricted neighborhood features four unique floorplans, exclusive to Cresswind at PGA Village Verano. Cresswind neighbors enjoy access to Club Talavera's amenities including a 27,000 sq. ft. Social Center and 13,000 sq. ft. Fitness Center, as well as its own neighborhood pool and pool house. The social clubs and full-time Lifestyle and Activities Director make it easy to try new activities along with meeting your neighbors and lifelong friendsRead More...
FL
Del Webb Bexley
Land O Lakes, Florida
Del Webb Bexley is a 55 Plus Active Adult community near Tampa in Land O Lakes FL. Love life to the fullest in this gated, master-planned community. Enjoy the coastal life of Florida.Read More...
FL
Encore at FishHawk Ranch by David Weekley Homes
Lithia, Florida
Grab a workout buddy and hit the gym or satisfy your competitive side with a spirited game of bocce or pickle ball. Meet on the great lawn for yoga or lounge by the sparkling pool.Read More...
FL
Crossings at Sweetbriar
Lebanon, Pennsylvania
Located in tranquil Lebanon, PA, with a vast expanse of scenic farmland to the north, and recreation, shopping, dining, and medical centers just to the south, Sweetbriar offers a relaxing lifestyle for adults 55 and over in a low cost of living area, yet with all the simple conveniences of life nearby.Read More...
PA
Noble's Pond
Dover, Delaware
Delaware 55+ Community Situated on 293 acres with wooded areas and natural habitats Low Tax Living - Delaware taxes for retirees are ranked #1 in the NERead More...
DE
Encore at Briar Chapel
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Encore by David Weekley Homes is an exclusive 55+ section within the master planned community of Briar Chapel. With a great location in Chapel Hill, you'll enjoy thoughtfully-designed one-story homes and bright, open floor plans. These exceptional homes are situated on 45-foot and 55-foot homesites and feature expanded Outdoor Living Areas for entertaining.Read More...
NC
The Courtyards on Lawyers Road
Stallings, North Carolina
The Courtyards on Lawyers Road will offer 146 beautifully designed, luxury ranch homes from the low $300's to $400's in a 55+ active adult community located in the town of Stallings in Union County, North Carolina.Read More...
NC
Savannah Lakes Village
McCormick, South Carolina
Savannah Lakes Village is on the 71,000-acre freshwater Lake Thurmond in McCormick, South Carolina with 1,200 miles of shoreline. The community boasts two championship lakefront golf courses with restaurants and pro shops..Read More...
SC
Del Webb Nocatee
Ponte Vedra, Florida
Del Webb Nocatee is a 55+ Active Adult Community in Ponte Vedra FL. Experience the epitome of resort-style living while living near pristine beaches and world-class golf. There is always an activity within reach..Read More...
FL
Winding Creek
Palmyra, Pennsylvania
Coming soon to south central Pennsylvania is Winding Creek, a 55+ lifestyle community by Landmark Homes. Nestled among peaceful farmlands of Palmyra PA, Winding Creek boasts picturesque views and a serene location, all within close proximity to dining, shopping, and recreation.Read More...
PA
Las Vegas Meadows - Active 55+ Resort
Las Vegas, Nevada
Step into this 42 acre, guard-gated resort and see our selection of newly remodeled homes for sale and for rent. An affordable 55 plus community, we offer home rentals and sales.Read More...
NV
Cresswind Peachtree City
Peachtree City, Georgia
At Cresswind Peachtree City, residents enjoy a long list of amenities specifically designed for those 55 and over. Located among 400 wooded acres with rolling hills and winding trails, Cresswind Peachtree City offers a haven for active living in an ideal location near Atlanta, Georgia. With a focus on fitness, nutrition and relationships, Cresswind Peachtree City is designed to help residents live better, longer. Cresswind Peachtree City features a brand-new 17,000-square-foot community clubhouse, offering a fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis, arts & crafts room, and more.Read More...
GA
Briarwood - Active 55+ Resort
Port Orange, Florida
Step into this active 55 plus community just minutes from the beach in Port Orange, Florida and be amazed at how affordable a resort lifestyle can be! You will discover friendly people, luxury amenities and homes for sale and rent.Read More...
FL
WaterSong at RiverTown
St Johns,
WaterSong at RiverTown is now open! As a Florida 55+ Active Adult Community, now is the time to enjoy a carefree active lifestyle centered on fun and enjoying life. Located along the banks of the St. Johns River, WaterSong features magnificent resort-style amenities. Find your dream home today!Read More...
FL
Sunrise Village - Active 55+ Resort
Mesa, Arizona
Step into this active 55 plus community in East Mesa and be amazed at how affordable a resort lifestyle can be! You will discover friendly people, luxury amenities and newly remodeled homes from the $30s. Our gated community offers a year-round calendar of social events planned by our Activity Director.Read More...
AZ
Retire NC
Cary, North Carolina
From four distinct seasons to its geographic diversity and welcoming communities, North Carolina draws those seeking retirement options that feed the senses and the soul. Retiring to North Carolina is like coming home...Read More...
NC
Home Towne Square
Ephrata, Pennsylvania
The 55+ community of Home Towne Square, by Landmark Homes, is situated near Ephrata, PA, about an hour from Philadelphia, in the charming Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Landmark Homes designed Home Towne Square to reflect the culture and tradition of the Dutch Country, including an Arts & Crafts homestyle.Read More...
PA
Flowers Plantation
Clayton, North Carolina
This award-winning community in Johnston County is located minutes from Raleigh, but still very much away from the urban bustle. Flowers Plantation now features more than 40 unique neighborhood developments, over 10 miles of walking trails, 50 acres of lakes and two elementary schools.Read More...
NC
K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Carolina Oaks
Bluffton, South Carolina
K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Carolina Oaks is a Bluffton, South Carolina 55+ community offering resort-style living in the scenic Lowcountry. This new active adult community features single-family homes in a picturesque wooded setting along with a variety of recreational amenities and a full calendar of activities The clubhouse is the activity hub of the community, where residents enjoy yoga and Zumba at the fitness center, discover new talents in the arts & crafts room, play billiards with neighbors, lounge by the pool, and perfect dancing skills in the ballroom.Read More...
SC
Amelia National Golf & Country Club - Florida Gated Golf Communities
Fernandina Beach, Florida
Tom Fazio golf and country club affords golfing, tennis, resort-style swimming pool, snack-bar, lounge and fine dining, gym, walking trails and 24-hour manned and gated guardhouse. Three miles from Amelia Island, close to beaches, historic-district and marina.Read More...
FL
Villages of Citrus Hills - Florida Gated Communities
Hernando, Florida
Terra Vista is among Florida's most amenity rich country club lifestyles set in unique surroundings characterized by rolling hills and towering oaks.Read More...
FL
Cresswind Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina
Encompassing 370 woodland acres, Cresswind Charlotte is a 55+ community in Charlotte, North Carolina. This active adult community is situated away from the congestion of the city with resort-style amenities and a variety of activities. Miles of walking trails meander throughout the community, and the 18,000-square-foot clubhouse will feature a fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis, pickleball, and bocce.Read More...
NC
Carolina Gardens by Del Webb
Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
Closeby to Raleigh, NC, lies Fuquay-Varina's premier active adult community offering an unmatched lifestyle and amenities. Amenities include a 25,000 sq ft amenity center and social hub with an indoor and outdoor pool, fitness center, multi-purpose rooms, billiards, tennis courts, pickleball and a dog park. At Del Webb, you will enjoy having a lifestyle director to set up clubs, social outings and fitness classes.Read More...
NC
Scottsdale Heights
Scottsdale, Arizona
This new Active Lifestyle neighborhood is for those 55 and better and will offer four designs of single-family homes. Designed for low maintenance these villa-style homes will provide just the right amount of private outdoor space and many amenities throughout the neighborhood.Read More...
AZ
K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Terra Lago - California Gated 55+ Communities
Indio, California
Four Seasons at Terra Lago is an active lifestyle gated community for those 55 and better. Residents here enjoy the centerpiece of the community, The Lodge, a spectacular recreation facility that offers activities, events and fun gathering spaces.Read More...
CA
Riverlights
Wilmington, North Carolina
Enter the home of your dreams and the lifestyle you crave in RiverLights ™, Wilmington's newest waterfront community. Designed to foster a coastal, wellness-centered environment, RiverLights offers the energy of a city amid miles of tranquil beauty. Set along the naturally magnificent Cape Fear River, it's a new kind of community that celebrates family, honors nature and breathes new life into Southern heritage.Read More...
NC
Del Webb Lakewood Ranch
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Del Webb Lakewood Ranch, located in 2018's 2nd best-selling master-planned community in the U.S., surpasses every expectation for your "Next Great Adventure". Stay healthy, active and socially involved all year long in Lakewood Ranch's only 55+ gated community. The amenities at Del Webb Lakewood Ranch start with its premier location, allowing proximity to fun, golf, renowned beaches and attractions, and extend to the unparalleled lifestyle and Resort Amenity Center.Read More...
FL
Palmas Del Sol - Active 55+ Resort
Mesa, Arizona
Surprise yourself with the affordable luxury at Palmas Del Sol, one of the finest Active 55+ communities in Arizona. Relax in our heated pool, join friends in our multi-million dollar clubhouse, or rejuvenate with a year-round calendar of events planned by our full-time Activities Director.Read More...
AZ
Losantos Tulum Gated Community
Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Losantos Tulum is a new upscale and active community located in Tulum, Mexico. Enjoy gated security 24 hours and amazing amenities from the clubhouse to our spa.Read More...
MEX
Village Green - Active 55+ Resort
St. Petersburg, Florida
Welcome to Village Green, where you'll find luxury living at an affordable price. Village Green is an active 55+ adult community with a wide selection of pre-owned homes from the $30's, a multi-million dollar clubhouse, a full-time Activities Director, friendly people, and the finest in resort amenities. Whether you're looking for the best value in retirement, or simply a place to live life a little easier near the water, you'll find it a Village Green. Visit us and see why so many of our residents say it's like being on vacation all year long.Read More...
FL
K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Orlando
Kissimmee, Florida
Four Seasons at Orlando is a 55+ community in Kissimmee, Florida. This active adult community is situated within the 600-acre Mystic Dunes Resort & Golf Club, offering a championship golf course, recreation, and an array of amenities and activities. Planned amenities include a 12,000-square-foot clubhouse with swimming pool, fitness center, a card room, arts & crafts room, a cafe and more.Read More...
FL
Stonecroft Village
Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania
The 55+ community of Stonecroft Village, set in the beautiful Tulpehocken Creek Valley of Berks County, PA, was designed with relaxation, natural beauty, and recreation in mind, to be enjoyed alongside neighbors 55 and over at a similar stage in life.Read More...
PA
K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Victory at Verrado
Buckeye, Arizona
Offers single-family new homes in a beautiful desert setting with a wide variety of community amenities. Enjoy 55+ Living with K Hovnanian Homes.Read More...
AZ
K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Belle Terre
Lewes, Delaware
Located in Lewes, DE,. Four Seasons at Belle Terre is a 55 Plus active lifestyle community featuring low-maintenance single family homes. Residents will enjoy a 6,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with outdoor pool, as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center, billiards room, game room, lounge and aerobics room. Step outside to enjoy an extensive trail system, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, pickle ball and bocce courts.Read More...
DE
The Lakes at Harmony
Harmony, Florida
This gated community, with a golf clubhouse, exclusive Members Retreat and a resort-style pool with a spacious deck and Sunset Gazebo, sits on 11,000 acres. With two lakes and 12.5 miles of walking and bicycling trails, Harmony boasts a serenity matched only by its outstanding proximity to everything you could ever want.Read More...
FL
Cortland Park
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Cortland Park, a 55+ community in Mechanicsburg's prestigious Winding Hills, is Landmark Homes' newest upcoming addition to the neighborhood. Set among 380 acres of scenic Cumberland Valley countryside, Winding Hills offers an experience unlike any other: a resort-like community comprised of distinct homes, surrounded by nature, but minutes from the area's best in dining, shopping and recreation.Read More...
PA
The Retreat at Poland Hill
Chantilly, Virginia
The Retreat at Poland Hill is centrally located in Loudoun County just off Route 50 in Chantilly, VA. This new neighborhood offers single family homes and villas for active adults 55 and older. At The Retreat at Poland Hill you will have quick access to dining, shopping and entertainment, as well as the convenience of living close to family, where you can spend more time with those that matter most!Read More...
VA
Lakes of Mount Dora - Central Florida 55+ Community
Mount Dora, Florida
Lakes of Mount Dora has been selected among the Top 50 Best Master-Planned Communities in the United States by Where To Retire Magazine! Combining Southern hospitality with small town charm, this 55+ active adult community was developed with a special vision in mind - to create a unique place where people can live in a central Florida waterfront home with classic Florida architecture near one of the most impressive small towns in the country.Read More...
FL
Medley at Southshore Bay
Wimauma, Florida
Medley at Southshore Bay is designed especially for active adults who want the best life has to offer. The rich variety of amenities include a Metro lagoon by Crystal Lagoons, with 5.5 acres of crystal-clear blue waters, ideal for swimming and kayaking. Residents will enjoy private amenities including a social clubhouse, resort-style pool and tiki bar, a dog park, walking trails, golf-cart paths and more!Read More...
FL
Eastman Community Association
Grantham, New Hampshire
This 3,600 acre lakeside community is tucked in the Upper Connecticut River Valley in the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region. Two hours north of Boston and minutes from Lake Sunapee, New London, Lebanon and Hanover, residents have easy access to medical facilities, employment, educational opportunities and a multitude of cultural venues.Read More...
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K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Kent Island
Chester, Maryland
Four Seasons at Kent Island is an active lifestyle community offering waterfront living with new single family homes and luxury elevator condominiums. Set along the banks of Chester River and Macum Creek, Kent Island offers stunning views and a wealth of outdoor recreation, from a canoe and kayak launch to in-community trail system, connected to the popular Cross Island Trail.Read More...
MD
Del Webb at Traditions
Wake Forest, North Carolina
Del Webb at Traditions, located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, is within the Master Planned community of Traditions minutes away from downtown. Specifically designed for active adults 55+, our upcoming clubs and classes will be for residents and by residents with the help of an onsite Lifestyle Director,Read More...
NC
K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Baymont Farms
Middletown, Delaware
Enjoy the 55 plus active lifestyle community featuring low-maintenance single family homes. With an ideal location in Middletown, there is plenty of shopping and dining nearby to explore. But you will not need to leave the community to find your next adventure.Read More...
DE
K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Parkland
Parkland, Florida
K. Hovnanian's ® Four Seasons at Los Banos is an intimate gated community for those 55 and better. Homeowners here enjoy a private clubhouse with a billiards room, fitness center, library, pool, tennis courts and more! Clubs and activities provide something to do for every taste. And with just under 100 homesites, residents here enjoy knowing their neighbors and creating a true sense of community.Read More...
FL
Cadence at Lansdowne
Lansdowne, Virginia
At Cadence at Lansdowne, you'll discover a new spacious and stylish villa home from a trusted builder and an amenity-rich 55+ lifestyle in the well-established Lansdowne area. Enjoy a close-knit community nestled within a bustling urban hub close to everything you want and need without leaving Northern Virginia. A low-maintenance lifestyle leaves plenty of time to enjoy all the attractions that make Lansdowne a golf, retail, and resort destination. And youll be close to family, friends and everything you know and love!Read More...
VA
K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Lakes of Cane Bay
Summerville, South Carolina
Against the backdrop of a near perfect setting, K. Hovnanian's ® Four Seasons at Lakes of Cane Bay brings the best in luxurious, 55+ living to Summerville, South Carolina. This spectacular lakefront community is just a short drive from Charleston and Lowcountry beaches.Read More...
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Palmas Del Sol East - Active 55+ Resort
Apache Junction, Arizona
Luxury and affordability come together at Palmas Del Sol East. From the best in social and recreational activities to an impressive selection of quality manufactured homes from the $30s.Read More...
AZ
Currahee Club
Toccoa, Georgia
With 1,200 breathtaking acres, Currahee Club offers some of the finest real estate in North Georgia. The master-planned community features golf course, lake, and mountain homes on unique lots shaped by their natural surroundings. Visit us today, and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve...Read More...
GA
Shepherds Cove
Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Shepherdstown, convenient to Metropolitan Washington, D.C. nestled in the Shenandoah-Potomac Valley Highlands, was chartered by Colonial Virginia's General Assembly in 1762. Today it still offers its quaint and unspoiled charm to the sophisticated adventurer with Boutique Shops, Refined Dining and Culture, and a diverse array of Activities and Entertainment.Read More...
WV
Del Webb eTown
Jacksonville, Florida
Active Adult Community in Jacksonville FL is Del Webb eTown. Explore this Builder and 55+ community in sunny beautiful Florida! Brand new master-planned community now selling!Read More...
FL
Cresswind at Victoria Gardens
DeLand, Florida
Discover the distinct difference in active living, nestled within the scenic beauty of historic DeLand, Florida at Cresswind at Victoria Gardens. Cresswind at Victoria Gardens is the natural choice in a master planned community, tucked away from the hustle and bustle, yet centrally located with all the amenities to enjoy, near great shopping, dining, and entertainment. DeLand is home to one of the top Main Streets in America.Read More...
FL
Latitude Margaritaville Hilton Head
Hardeeville, South Carolina
Your Latitude! You've earned a life where every day feels like an escape. Find your paradise at Latitude Margaritaville, the 55-and-better lifestyle where fun and relaxation meet. Inspired by the legendary music and lifestyle of singer, songwriter and best-selling author Jimmy Buffett, this is where life rolls easy, neighbors are friends and the party never ends. Awesome recreation, FINtastic dining and entertainment will make the town center the place to be and just a golf cart ride away. Masterfully crafted new Latitude homes let you hang your hat where your heart is.Read More...
SC
On Top of the World Communities - Florida 55+ Communities
Ocala, Florida
Renowned for beautiful homes and an unrivaled method that combines top-notch programming, talented staffing and incredible amenities, On Top of the World Communities in Ocala, FL, is truly a leader in creating quality lifestylesRead More...
FL
Birchwood at Brambleton in Northern Virginia
Brambleton, Virginia
Life Refreshes at 55! Birchwood at Brambleton is the freshest, youngest feeling 55+ community in Northern Virginia. In fact, it is outright fun - tailor-made for people who never learned how to act their age and perfectly located for keeping connected.Read More...
VA
Plantation at Leesburg
Leesburg, Florida
Orlando Realty Solutions wants to welcome you to award winning Plantation at Leesburg, which we believe is the premier 55 and up Active Adult community in Central Florida. Plantation at Leesburg is located in the hills of Leesburg. This region of Florida is known for its geological ridge providing hills covered in ancient oak trees, combined with massive lakes nestled in-between small historic townsRead More...
FL
Cypress Falls by Del Webb
North Port, Florida
The famous Del Webb active adult lifestyle awaits at Cypress Falls. And with its convenient location, you won't have to go far to enjoy all the top Sarasota area attractions. Experience for yourself the low-maintenance resort-lifestyle complemented by a vibrant array of amenities including the community's social clubhouse with state-of-the-art fitness center, grand ballroom, activity and game rooms, library and more.Read More...
FL