The fastest growing segment of the U.S. population is over 55, and many are looking for an ideal retirement community where they can enjoy active senior living. Many retirement communities offer maintenance–free homes, age restrictions, recreational amenities, and a pleasant year round climate– all important factors in deciding the best place to retire. These developments can be found in every conceivable setting, from waterfront to mountain–view to resort destinations all around the country. Senior adult communities feature a wide range of activities including golf courses, fitness centers, tennis courts, and social clubs and organizations, all designed to make the golden years an exciting and rewarding adventure.
There are over 35 million Americans over age sixty–five and the number is expected to grow significantly over the next decade. America’s Baby Boomer population has caused an upsurge in the quantity and quality of retirement housing options for senior adults. Florida is no longer the only choice for retirees with other warm climate states such as Arizona, Texas and New Mexico offering a wide array communities designed exclusively for active adults. Residents may live in individual single–family homes, condominiums, town houses or suites in high rise towers.
The two main categories of retirement communities are age–inclusive, with few age restrictions for residents, and age–exclusive which are typically restricted to seniors 50+, 55+, or 65+. Whichever you choose, opportunities for activities abound with many communities providing full time recreation directors who arrange varied programs including art classes, dancing, woodworking, ceramics and more. Most retirement neighborhoods feature clubhouses and country clubs with complete dining facilities, wellness centers and even on–site health care facilities. A growing number of active adult communities offer gated access and security services, providing residents with greater peace of mind.
With many retirees living on a fixed budget, home values and costs such as association dues and maintenance fees are important variables to consider when purchasing an active adult home. More and more communities are offering packages and incentives to assist seniors in finding a truly affordable location to enjoy their leisure years with the confidence of financial security.
No where else in Virginia will you find such a remarkable place– one offering a country club lifestyle that includes world–class golf, winemaking, equestrian facilities, polo grounds, spa treatments, and gourmet dining in one private community. Located in the charming New Kent County countryside near the historic cities of Richmond and Williamsburg. °
Send Me Free Information Now! View More Photos & InfoLife on the water doesn’t get any better than at Larkspur Landing, an intimate community of generously sized homesites set along the shores of Clarks Hill Lake near the Georgia–South Carolina border. This lakefront community features a number of dockable waterfront homesites and superb views of the lake and the surrounding pristine landscapes. Larkspur Landing is an outdoor lover’s wonderland, located just 35 minutes from Augusta and two hours from Atlanta. °
View More Photos & InfoInspiring Blue Ridge Mountain views in concert with a refreshing four season climate make Chincoteague an ideal mountain retreat. Fewer than 60 pristine home sites of up to six acres are available to a select few who will make their home here. Those with a passion for the outdoors will enjoy the outstanding river and stream fishing as well as the community’s superbly outfitted equestrian center. Chincoteague is located in scenic Ashe County near a host of state parks, natural attractions and exciting ski facilities. °
View More Photos & InfoThe allure of the Blue Ridge Mountains beckons you to discover Wild Ridges, a private gated community offering inspiring mountain views in a serene, natural setting. Find your place in the mountains with a 1 to 3 ½ acre homesite and start enjoying the active outdoor lifestyle of Western North Carolina. This 1,500 community will feature superb amenities, numerous streams and waterfalls and is within easy driving distance to Morganton and Asheville– just 7 miles from I–40. °
View More Photos & InfoAlong the shores of pristine St. Andrews Bay, you’ll discover East Bay, an old Florida coastal community featuring traditional “cracker style” architecture. This 1,300 acre waterfront neighborhood has been thoughtfully planned to preserve the beauty of the land and offer a unique coastal way of life. Residents will enjoy generous open spaces, community parks, two marinas and a pedestrian friendly Town Center. East Bay is located between Panama City and Apalachicola in the Florida Panhandle. °
View More Photos & InfoExperience the hometown charm which defines life at Carolina Trace, a private golf course community located in North Carolina’s delightful Sandhills region. With 18 diverse neighborhoods and a range of home settings and views, you’ll find the perfect home to suit your taste and budget. Enjoy golf on two superb Robert Trent Jones, Sr. designed courses as well as fishing and boating on private Lake Trace. Carolina Trace is centrally located less than an hour from the Triangle region of Raleigh–Durham–Chapel Hill. This is Carolina country living in high style. °
View More Photos & InfoEscape to the wide open spaces and ranch lifestyle you’ll find at Nevada’s Mountain Water Ranch. Surrounded by the Silver Peak Mountains to the east and the White Mountains to the west, this stunning ranch land affords unsurpassed views and is an outdoorsman’s paradise. Fish in your own personal mountain stream and enjoy all the elbow room you desire. This ranch community is located between Las Vegas and Reno and within easy driving distance to many of Nevada and California’s renowned National Parks and natural attractions. °
View More Photos & InfoExperience the rich tradition of golf at Legacy Lakes, a new golf course community located in Aberdeen within the renowned Sandhills region of central North Carolina. With homesites set around the established Legacy Golf Links, residents will find gorgeous golf front, lakefront and lakeview options in a beautiful wooded setting. You’ll enjoy country club amenities and all of the wonderful golf and fabulous shops and restaurants of the Southern Pines– Pinehurst area. °
View More Photos & InfoDiscover for yourself some of the most desirable gated lakefront property currently available in Alabama along Lake Wedowee at Woodgate Shores. You’ll find generous 1–3 acre parcels which are available lakefront, pond frontage or nicely wooded homesites. Experience central Alabama’s refreshingly moderate climate and incredible outdoor lifestyle. This AL gated private community is located between Birmingham and Atlanta with easy access to I–20. Enjoy pre–construction pricing! °
View More Photos & InfoSurround yourself with the peace and tranquility of western North Carolina at your ridge top estate within the new private community of Wildflower. Choose a homesite from 1 to 5 acres and build a mountain retreat for the entire family to enjoy the beauty and excitement of the Great Smoky Mountains region. This exceptional property sits at an elevation of 3,200 ft. and will feature full mountain resort amenities. Located just 2 hours from the metro Atlanta area– Wildflower is your escape from the everyday. °
View More Photos & InfoDiscover this brand new mountainside community where year–round outdoor activities are never far from your doorstep. You’ll find unequaled skiing along Sunday River Resort’s 8 mountain peaks and strikingly beautiful golf holes at the new Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Sunday River Golf Club, just minutes away. Choose a homesite from 3 to 14 acres which borders protected forestland and offers dramatic vistas of the Mahoosuc Mountain Range. Convenient access from Portland, ME and Boston, MA. °
View More Photos & InfoUnique and serene, Moonlight Bay is a new private gated community set on the shores of Lake Bridgeport in Texas Hill Country. Located within easy driving distance of the Dallas/Ft.Worth Metroplex, Moonlight Bay features the best of lakefront living including a tranquil setting, deepwater lake access and stunning lake views. This pristine community offers 1+ acre homesites which are more affordable than you would imagine. Discover the joys of Texas lakefront living today. This remarkable lakefront property is an exceptional value with dockable waterfront homesites. °
View More Photos & InfoProvidence Ferry is a lakeside retreat where you can leave the bustle of the city behind and enjoy seclusion and a relaxed lake lifestyle. houtstanding property is set on the shores of Lake Thurmond, one of the largest reservoirs in the southeast, with convenient interstate access to the cities of Atlanta, Columbia, Augusta and Athens. This communifeatures lakefront and lake view homesites ideal for year–round residence or weekend vacations. °
View More Photos & InfoDiscover an oasis of luxury in Myrtle Beach at the new gated townhome community of Villas Grande. These remarkable homes feature Mediterranean styling and luxurious appointments such as granite countertops and marble vanities. Select from five roomy floorplans of 3 or 4 bedrooms starting at 2000 sq. ft. You’ll love what you find beyond the arches. °
View More Photos & InfoBig Laurel Mountain offers environmentally conscious living in a private mountain setting where you’ll find two stocked trout streams and unmatched seclusion. This western North Carolina vacation community features expansive building sites which average over two acres and beautiful preserved park space with water access. Big Laurel Mountain is ideally located in the High Country between Asheville and Hot Springs. °
View More Photos & InfoWith tidal marshes and the Little Satilla River as the backdrop, create your own Lowcountry home on one of RiverPlace Plantation’s large homesites. Select from river, marsh, tidal preserve and lagoon view homesites– all sure to delight the senses and relax the soul. This gated community is near historic Brunswick and Georgia’s Golden Isles, where you’ll discover the pleasures of year–round outdoor living and gracious southern hospitality. °
View More Photos & InfoBe among the fortunate few to experience living along the majestic New River Gorge with breathtaking views of the river, the gorge and the largest steel span bridge in the U.S. With 1,400 acres of forested land and a limited number of homesites, your privacy is assured within this pristine retreat. Discover this remarkable natural environment, located in Fayetteville, 40 miles southeast from Charleston. °
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