Are the Lots Too Small in The Villages?

[@ek35426]

I loved your cute Video Crasher at 8:59!

[@tjlarson6519]

At 9:09 i saw a ghost 👻 in the background. You might want it checked out.🤣

[@mariapavon3177]

You guys are great😀

[@davidoverholt251]

You Two are too Funny! Keep Posting!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, David.

[@pnull]

WOW...at 4:17 on the video, you almost broke my speakers!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Sorry!🤔🤔

[@giannabella9183]

Yes 😃

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

It took some getting used to for us… but we must say the upkeep of a tiny yard is so much easier.

[@beingkitschroeder2507]

Gizmo melting my heart at 5:48

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

He w anted some attention!😁

[@paritayanee2612]

I sold my big house and big yard on the Golf course and a swimming pool that never open for 4 years to come to the villagers Patio with 2 Br and 2 bathrooms just to be a happy life style and a nice friends and neighborhood.

[@blbip]

who's the kid walking by at 8:58??

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

That's a grandchild! 😊😊

[@ja6368]

It’s that way almost everywhere. I came from California and found there is very few larger lots as I looked at many states. If you want more, it’s an old house and miles from anything. I always end up next to a smoker and they go to work at 4am and slam the car doors 4 or 5 times.(Linda, I never thought I could become a nudist, so just get a ton of kimonos. You can go to the grocery store sans underwear🤫)

[@davidoverholt251]

Love watching you two in the Villages, so much greater information than I have seen before!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

We appreciate that, David.

[@geribritton41]

You don’t know “close” until you live in a RV park / park model resort in the Valley of AZ. Your neighbor sneezes, you can hand them a tissue out of the window! Your yard in The Villages look great to me!

[@brockreynolds870]

One thing I notice is that many homeowners don't have any plantings to mask the utility boxes... and I just HATE that. Since I'm a landscaper, I always tell my customers that ornamental grasses are the best thing to use as the universal plant to hide utility boxes. Pass the information along to your friends. Ornamental grasses (Down there, purple fountain grass is just perfect, I see one homeowner had that in your video) don't have any kind of invasive root system that will bother anything, and if at any time a utility needs to get into something to replace or service a box, it's never problem, you just cut the grass down, and it will grow right back. all grass is the same in that regard.

[@11candy11]

There's an old joke: When you sneeze and your next door neighbor reaches out the window to hand you a tissue, you're too close. I know some people say, "You'll be outside so much doing activities in the Villages, the lot size or house doesn't matter." I've never felt that way -- Including when people say, "A hotel room doesn't matter, because you won't be staying in the room much." I like beauty and tranquility at home (it's a nesting and aesthetic thing) not just when I'm out and about. In the same frame: I don't just want my food to taste good, I want my food to have a lovely presentation too. But, to each his own. I don't need a big lot, or an elaborate home at all. But some set-back and distance between houses is important to me. Neighbors helping neighbors, or gathering together, is not limited just because the set-back and space between units is a bit apart. That's more an issue when living on acreage. But, I do love your videos. They're very helpful. Thanks for what you do.

[@penelopepitstop762]

I’ve been looking at the courtyard villas. I don’t care about having a small yard. That doesn’t bother me, but what is a little weird to me is that one side of the neighbor’s house that is actually in your yard. You could be in your own backyard and actually tap on one of their windows.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

We don't think that usually there are many (if any) windows that face right into the neighbor's yard.

[@gwolfe3825]

I don’t worry about any of the CONS you mentioned, our neighbors are fantastic!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Ours too!

[@richardc488]

Thanks guys always nice to visit with you!

[@haroldwiser2641]

Great video, you two are terrific!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Harold!

[@myjoysunshine]

Great video and great editing.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks!

[@jimhunt7634]

Great video guys thanks so much for all your great informative videos .. Really helps us future villagers.

[@Jabo__Jabo]

I have been binge-watching you guys during this COVID time. I think you’re both great, intelligent, kind and conscientious people. Also, I have to say Gizmo has won my heart! He has such stellar manners. He seems like such a great dog, such a noble little fellow.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks Jabo... You're so nice. Gizzy is a great pup. He just wants to be near us... mostly Linda.🙂🙂

[@Tommy3Putts]

Another great and informative and funny video 😂 . Thanks. Cheers Tom W. 🍺

[@cheried9390]

Ha ha ha! You guys! Cute video. 👍😊 Oh and loved the clock chime!

[@brianc.612]

Jerry, I have all the same issues/concens as you. We live in NC with 6 acres and are considering the Villages. If only we could live next to you!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

We do love it… but it does take some getting used to the closeness of all of your neighbors. Luckily we are all in the same boat and the ones we have encountered have been great! 😁😁

[@franim4368]

Another enjoyable and super fun video. Cool tee-shirts. I really appreciated seeing the actual distance between homes. You both brought up some valid pros and cons. Really informative and helpful. On top of that, you two had me laughing again.Much appreciated after a long day. The camera loves Gizmo. Thank you.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Frani! 😁

[@josephsullivan8654]

LOL, The cons - not having clothing on, urinating in the yard - I bet there is real issues when neighbors don't get along. Not everyone is considerate - do you think having a courtyard Villa might be a better option for some - they at least have a wall between neighbors.

[@captaina9155]

Another great one guys! Excellent job!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Art!

[@Burps___]

My wife and I considered The Villages, but the Morse family owning everything was a huge impediment to our long-term comfort in owning in “Morse-town”. While we could live with naming everything in town for their family members, we couldn’t stomach the eventuality that they will sell the infrastructure and downtown (just as happened in Celebration, FL), particularly as the “build out” comes to its completion in the near future. The only remaining profit for them (and only means to limit their liability) is to sell and walk away. The legal avalanche has yet to hit The Villages, but it is coming.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Near future?

[@lauralampe1664]

The Developer has enough vacant land to build houses for another 8 to 10 years, maybe longer

[@youtubecritic5781]

another expert on The Villages. Completion? Near future?

[@Burps___]

@@youtubecritic5781 Within the next five to seven years. Specific enough? Buy into the Morse oligopoly there, see how it goes for you.

[@youtubecritic5781]

I did. It amazes me how people bad mouth The Villages yet watch videos about it. Your expert source of info?

[@maureenlowther7621]

Have the houses got a back garden with fences so you can let your dog out?

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Not very many, there are Courtyard villas completely fenced in, some veranda homes have fences as well… but most homes do not have fences and they are not allowed if not installed by the developer when the neighborhoods were built.

[@aclosson8193]

Just recently came across your videos. Watched several before subscribing. You two are very enjoyable to watch. We have been to The Villages several times. We have older friends (we and they are retired military) that bought a home in Brownwood 2 years ago and my eldest cousin (much older than I am) has lived there for years. That said, my wife and I have debated the pros and cons of The Villages and have looked at other retirement areas (On Top of the World, Margaritaville Lattitude) to name 2. We finally decided on The Villages. We want a postage stamp lot! The last thing we want to do in our retirement is Yard Maintenance or to pay a significant monthly cost to have someone else do that. We have settled on a Designer Home (3/3/2 plus GC garage) and we want a lot just barely large enough to fit it on. And, not one square foot more!!! My wife was sold on your videos when you told everyone(Flea/Farmers Market video) your wife is 4'11". My wife, an oriental woman, is 5'0".

[@SKA-vi4oz]

Jerry, are you a little bossy!!!LOL

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

And you are opinionated! LOL!

[@madaketmom]

I had to go back to see the grandchild, adorable!

[@ThatLVCguy]

HaHa. 8:59 there is a GRANDSON ALERT!!! Kid sneaking through the background. Love the cameo.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, guy!

[@gigimac8459]

Ya'll are cracking me up. You two are so funny! Great video and information!

[@cametientaucoeur]

You hit every nail on the head. You learn quickly not to say unladylike words to your computer, with a window open. You learn not to rehearse your songs, singing, piano when your neighbor is relaxing on his cage lanai & not because they say anything, but you just don’t want to intrude. If your neighbor is toileting his pup, in his skivvies in AM, past quickly, he does not wish to converse. Basically, as Linda stated, it is all about consideration. As an aside that you touched on, I have always been perplexed why men enjoy outdoor “watering of the lawn”, so to speak. Jeanne

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

LOL!

[@gdavis5321]

You two never disappoint! I learn so much and have fun watching! God bless!

[@brendaburke345]

Good video Jerry & Linda. This is something that we often think about as we consider living in the villages one day. We live on a 124 acre farm and the two neighbors we have, you can’t see them. So we are use to having our own privacy all the time and pretty much can do what we want, when we want. But we will see as we are coming down for a visit soon to check it all out. We love the concept of the villages and the fact that there is a lot to do and that you can be as busy as you want to be.

[@lanaguerrant5872]

Nice , cute video. I am here and had my first driving lesson in my Golf Cart today. My first trash day helped me meet my neighbor, I had recycle out on the wrong day and we talked. Yes, close people and I like it that way. You guys are so adorable.

[@mollyk.4031]

I live in a condo. Some people simply are not cut out for living close to their neighbors. And some people are simply not cut out to be close neighbors. That means you have to be ready and accepting of the reminders that people are living very very close to you. And you have to be ready to be mindful of how your living might impact your neighbors. One just need be considerate. And with that in mind, you can build a terrific, supportive community. Someone falls and yells for help, someone needs the battery on their car jumped, someone is sick and can't walk their dog, someone needs help opening a jar.....that's where neighbors step in. I wouldn't trade mine for anything! Close living is not for everyone.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Spot on. You sound like a great neighbor, Molly.

[@redpop41]

I like the fact that neighbor's would help you if you happened to fall all my neighbors are far away if I would fall or have an emergency it would be days before anyone would find me awesome video

[@mazbarth]

We are also newcomers to T.V. We bought in a neighborhood that is more than 20 yrs old and find it to be different than what you are describing, i.e. the new areas. But yes, yard is small. Husband is happy to let go of all the work of our prior yard.

[@Jobulll]

another great video. Thanks!

[@paritayanee2612]

She is nice very good manner so consideration. Which is I having problems when rent apartment

[@davecardoza9328]

Love your videos. We have watched most of them. I think the houses may be a little too close to each other. We also watched Ira's video of his drone flying over the houses in the Villages. It showed how they really packed the houses in. We don't need an extra sized lot, but with no fences for privacy, I think they are a little too close.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

They are close!

[@geebee5490]

Beautiful neighborhood! I feel the older I get the more people around me is a good thing! Jerry, sorry but I do believe you are impatient. Lol. Watching your bloopers video , I got a glimpse! No worries , I have to say my patience isn’t my strong point . I loved watching Gizmo, looks like he wanted to say a few “words”. Also a grandson in the background? Love your videos. Linda when you laugh you get me laughing!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

guilty.

[@iron1215]

do most of the houses already have security systems installed?

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Many do. Not sure how many.

[@bigtom3422]

Sadly if one ever catches on fire the whole neighborhood would go to Sure hope that never happens

[@arod8596]

Don’t worry lots are small down here West Palm Beach, FL too!

[@CynthiaMUrban]

Very enjoyable....I think Gizzmo needs a T-shirt too! LOL! Thanks for sharing....God bless.

[@Ratlins9]

What I love about you two is your honesty. You don’t try to sell the “ Villages” as a Shangri-la. You always point out the benefits and drawbacks and let people decide for themselves. I was wondering if burglaries are a problem in your neighborhood because at 8:59 I noticed a young man lurking in your house. Lol, thanks for another informative video.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

LOL! Yes, we noticed a bunch of cookies missing!😁😁😁😁

[@michaelmiles3452]

@@JERRYANDLINDA It is the opposite effect. It is like having a neighborhood watch. This is a very safe place to live and people watch out for each other.

[@kristenschnese698]

Thanks for the tips I love i a city our neighbors aren’t quite as close as the Villages but they are close I like it we have wonderful neighbors we all watch out for each other

[@dorebea1]

Good topic. You too are just too funny! PS.As for the newspaper, I’d put on a robe and go get that newspaper. I’ve gone outside to get the paper here in Michigan wearing slippers and curlers in my hair! Go for it Linda! Lol

[@nataliesmithhart4511]

Enjoyed seeing this perspective of the closeness! We have LOTS of space here in Arkansas. Our home sits in the middle of 17 acres (15 acres that we mow weekly) It would be an adjustment but I will welcome less yard maintenance in retirement!! I love the “community” feel that you described and neighbor helping neighbor!! Thanks for another great video. Stay well. Best!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you, Natalie!

[@stuartmckenna835]

Hey, I do LOVE the tee shirts! You guys are styling! Have to get a "doggie" tee shirt for GIZ! And, Linda...next time you are left out of a card game at the neighbor's house, just "streak" by the house...that will give them a true "full house!!!!!!!!!" Oh, man, Jerry and Linda you are too funny!!!!!!!!!! And will you PLEASE keep the noise down at night????? HA! HA!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

😅😅😅😅😅

[@RHoDS713]

Even though we're quite close to our neighbors in my neighborhood (lots are about 10' apart but ~140-180' deep), I still go outside in my pj's sometimes. And as our house backs up to a lake, with other homes built opposite it, there really is no privacy at all in the front or back, so you get over that real quick! I'm just embarrassed when my neighbors see that I'm still in my pajamas at 2 pm.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@CR-ru1kw]

Thanks for explaining😉😎. I’m a New Yorker & do not have a clue about lot spaces. Gizmo is so adorable 😍! Keep enjoying 😘😘😘.

[@phskin]

If you contract someone else for your landscaping, who sets or controls the time for mowing, edging and blowing - noisy activities?

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

They usually try to group the homes according neighborhoods for example they do our neighborhood on Thursdays. In case of rain they might move that to Friday, or even Saturday but they try to do it every Thursday for us. The time of day is totally at their discretion but never before 8 o'clock a.m.

[@tommccourt1953]

Yes, just too close

[@geraldlauters4987]

Loved this segment. Your patience is a VIRTUE!😎 Just a different way to live in your own home .

[@bonnie8215]

Love all your videos! I was starting to think about visiting. After watching this one tho, the closeness of the homes would not be for me! Thanks for listing and discussing the cons as well as the pros. However, I am going to keep watching, love you guys!

[@katherineb.3140]

Great pros/cons 👍 We used to live in a Dallas suburb. Didn’t care for it at all. So we sold and moved to the country. I will say that The Villages is more lifestyle/resort like living. I could live with that type of lot given that lifestyle. Kindness and consideration for your neighbors does go a long way. I would love having y’all as neighbors 👍

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Back atcha Katherine!

[@farmerbrown3768]

When I moved out of my parents house I was in a trailer court...you could hear the neighbors flushing their toilet!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Tooooo close!

[@SHIRLEYZAPORZON]

Nice T shirts guys !

[@dancurran8977]

My house in California has about the same amount of side yard, but all of the homes have fences so there is more privacy. The area behind the houses are much deeper.

[@kareng9686]

You're sound effects and editing crack me up!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

😄😄😄😄😄😄

[@kevinanderson967]

All I want to is play my guitar in a covered lanai with a small pool and I only play acoustic now that I’m 58 so I hope I don’t bother my neighbors🎶

[@KJ-xc6qs]

Too close for (my) comfort. I cherish personal privacy and running around in my birthday suit. 😁👀

[@shellman5844]

The spacing between homes there seems fairly reasonable. Where I’m at in San Diego you’ll see 900k to million dollar homes as close together as six feet.

[@beingkitschroeder2507]

I just watched a 4 1/2 minute ad because I love you guys THAT much.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Kit! That makes us feel SO good! Thank you.

[@markphillipson768]

Great as always, there are pros and everywhere. Like you I don’t understand how people think it’s ok for you to also listen to their music.

[@richardtaylor7485]

The music situation is a problem with seniors having hearing loss. I believe, you can play your music I just don't want to hear it.

[@loristoneburner4074]

“Don’t look Ethel!”...the fastest thing on two feet” Popped in my mind during this video ( a couple of times) LOL!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

😆😆😆😆😆😆

[@Ellenllee]

Jerry,Linda IS the star lololol! Great video:).

[@ajwells322]

I like the lot sizes. When i'm retired, i don't want a big yard to maintain. Do you guys have a visitor? Saw someone run across the hall at 8:58...LOL

[@hotfootsue]

editing skills have improved nicely!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

I'm trying!

[@terrie1226]

I think you can encounter these problem no matter where you live if there is neighbors......great video.....thanks

[@emmylou-y4b]

First, you two are a riot! I think the lack of space is a trade off. As we age, do we really want a lot of lawn to mow or gardening to worry about? You have the lenai (sp?) for outdoor seating. As I said before, my only concern would be a smoker. Linda's point about caring for each other is very important as well. You have enough independence without feeling isolated. Great video.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Victoria!😁😁

[@maureenlowther7621]

We used to live in a gated community in Spain but we had hedges between the homes so we could let our dog out.

[@kenrosser8160]

Theres a lot of lots in fla closer than that

[@sheri4c2]

I lived both ways where the houses were a bit further apart and now where the houses are closer. I don't really have a preference but I think I would if my neighbors played loud music and they were really close...One of biggest pet peeve, Last week, I woke up later and felt disorganized but really wanted to put my trash out in the trash cans in the back so I took it out wearing my bathrobe, all buttoned up and practically ran back and forth. I hardly think any one noticed. but I get it Linda! I would definitely never get my mail out front without being fully dressed!

[@danielmarso7242]

I am with you guys ! 2 PLY IS THE ONLY WAY TO FLY !!!!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

😄😄😄😄

[@ellelorraine3540]

I hate to be the one to tell you guys, but you have a ghost in your house! He is in the form of a young, handsome boy! Thought you ought to know....great sound effects and I think the yards and landscaping there are beautiful, close together or not. Fun video. Thank you!!😁👌😂

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

LOL! Sneaky little ghost!😃

[@sherrystewart7745]

I understand how you feel, Linda, with your consideration for your neighbors. I feel the sameway you do. I live in a townhome and don't like opening my garage door early morning or late at night, but sometimes it is necessary. I am not a loud person.

[@cynthiaamitrano8915]

That is a cool chair Gizmo sits on. One thing about the lot size is that the homes are on one level. Whereas, if you lived in a two-story home, theoretically you’d have more outdoor space. Why anyone would do this in a senior community is a mystery to me. My home is on three levels which is typical for a 100 year old home. Very difficult for most seniors at some point. This is why I want to move. I think The Villages are lovely. Personally I prefer an interior lot to a corner lot. Up here you have to pay about twice the property tax for a corner lot. We also have very small houses on half lots, sometimes one in front of the other. My neighbors garage is on my property line because the owners who lived here prior to me granted an easement for their neighbor to do so. Something I would never do. I won’t even get into the garage situation with my other neighbor. I love both families on either side of me. They are younger folks and watch out for me. Heck, I got two full Easter dinners, one from each. Don’t worry about normal noise. Most seniors are audiologically challenged like me. Is that a word? Maybe it starts with an “o”.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Never thought of that! That's definitely making lemonade out of lemons.

[@leslietromski3395]

We have always had very considerate neighbors. I have found that because of the life style we live we are not in our home that much. We are out and about most of the day and only come home to let the dog out, grab a bite to eat and change clothes. I like the smaller yard less maintenance giving me more time to play.

[@lindab6596]

I live in a NYC suburb, we have a smaller lot. No problem for me. I grew up on a farm, that was good, I have grown used to, and like having close neighbors.

[@patblough7574]

You two had me laughing out loud. Wouldn't mind at all if you were our neighbors. Love your sense of humor!! I have been visiting The Villages, and saw the neighbors go our for the paper in their robe or nightgown. Didn't mind that at all. They were at home. Some day!!!

[@kimberlydavis2527]

I’ve lived in my current townhouse for 19 years. I’ve had neighbors with harleys. I had a drug dealer living next door who threatened me. I had a big dog next door that came over into my yard and bit my elderly father. We’ve had lawsuits within our HOA. We’ve had people get loud after drinking all evening. We’ve had people park close enough to our driveway we can’t get our car out. One neighbor didn’t like my comments to the HOA and called me satan. Ask me if it’s important to me if the houses are close together and I will tell you that isn’t important to me one iota

[@matt51402]

Jerry,When you and Linda were speaking the volume was low,but when you showed the houses it was up higher!

[@sandrapicciotto2508]

Interesting huh. So the neighbor's can't hear them.

[@joebacarella1304]

Interesting video. 9:00 mark did i see a grandchild? Got a chuckle at how quickly he was in and out of the video. haha.

[@ggbice]

I noticed that too!

[@garrettchiesa6975]

Was that grandson in back ground

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

maybe... 😁

[@pauline4848]

Never Had Problems Living Closer To Neighbors in Fl, in NC Our Next Door Neighbors Are 300 Feet Away Then We Have An Acre in Front With No Neighbors, We Will Be Moving Back To Fl And Will Have To Get Used To It Again, Less To Take Care Of, Thanks Jerry And Linda For Showing Everyone The Property Lines 👍 🌴☀

[@Arty_left]

NC here too. Wanting to move to Fla. 👍

[@donnagarnet]

I live in an old, "working class" neighborhood with small lots. My lot is typical: 30 feet wide. I can lean out my kitchen window & knock on the bathroom window of the house next door. Of course, lots this size do require having respect for neighbors. I like not having a lot of lawn to mow or sidewalk to shovel.

[@helraymc]

it only takes one bad neighbor to change your mind about living this close!! Love your videos- we have a few friends who live in the Villages and they love it! We love to visit and take in all the the Villages affords as far as entertainment. Nice to see Midwesterners there- we are originally from Ohio- but down were we live , lots of East Coast transplants.

[@colleencenter9093]

I love it Linda. Take it off your list. Some days I don’t want to wear clothes. Take a leak in the yard. I am dying laughing😂😂😂

[@csnanny1882]

Morning,if I lived there neighbor’s wouldn’t bother me. Especially Linda and Jerry. I have never had problems with my neighbors. Gods blessings to all,love ya

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

You're a gem, Nanny!

[@nshaver24]

Linda had me laughing so hard🤣😂🤣😂.....Nancy

[@frankbayer3787]

Thanks for these nice videos..can you open your kitchen window and say to your neighbor please pass the ketchup

[@alisonmontazeme8711]

I am very happy with my neighborhood. The house next door is about 40- 50 feet from us, mostly their property with fruit trees. They don't live there so the house is empty. We took it upon ourselves to take care of the citrus trees by cleaning up the fallen fruit and a little trimming to prevent disease and rodents and cleaning up fallen branches and minor stuff like that. Well anyway the owners came to visit , aparently another neighbor told them what we did and they were very gratful. So watching out for each other is a big factor in places like this like you said!

[@johncook2765]

Love the cameo by the grandkid! 😂😂

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

😁😁😁😁😁

[@auroranite]

Too close. Now Linda ....😉 Its really a shame TV’s didn’t have 20’ between homes. You two really had a adjustment with so much land back home to here. Compromises, glad you’re happy. Do your neighbors hear the Clock😁

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Luckily we NEVER hear them, and I'm pretty sure they aren't bothered by us.