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Self-proclaimed as "Florida's Friendliest Hometown," The Villages is a retirement community located in central Florida, 22 miles south of Ocala. Since it offers a variety of activities, events and services, many residents might rarely have reason to go anywhere else.
Location
The Villages is 55 miles north of Orlando, 77 miles southwest of Daytona Beach, 123 miles south of Jacksonville and 88 miles northeast of Tampa. It's located conveniently near Interstate 75, the Florida Turnpike and U.S. highways 441 and 301.
Features
The Villages features two town squares and other areas that offer movie theaters, shopping and dining. It also offers medical centers, houses of worship and educational opportunities.
Activities
In addition to seasonal events and being located near several bodies of water, it's also home to multiple golf courses and recreation centers. Disney World is 57 miles away, Sea World is 59 miles away and Kennedy Space Center is 96 miles away.
Online
Interested visitors can watch videos and read all about the community online at www.thevillages.com. There, they also can sign up for newsletters, read resident testimonies and participate in a live chat.
Information
Future residents may schedule a visit and tour of The Villages. More information is available by calling (800) 245-1081 or (352) 753-2270 or e-mailing info@TheVillages.com.
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