The Villages: Florida's CRAZIEST Conservative Retirement Community

Did you know this place even existed anywhere in the world?
What this place is is The Villages. It is the real deal when it comes to housing communities. A gated community it is not. What it is is an artificial facade - a bubble for old people. Inside these walls are 130,000 white semi rich senior citizens. It’s house after house, neighborhood after neighborhood. The Villages is the biggest master planned retirement community in the world, people. It’s also one of the fastest growing places in the country. And there’s a good chance you’ve never even heard of it before.
What is this place and what’s the big deal? We’ll talk about that. It’s everything that’s both right and wrong about Florida. And it’s growing every day. Here’s what it looks like from a satellite view. All of this is today what’s called The Villages.
This isn’t a city. It’s called a Census Designated Place. And it isn’t private. In fact, the street we’re on is a regular city road. The public can drive through this place and shop at its stores. We can dine here and even golf on the courses. It’s both exclusive, but inclusive. But in order to live here, you have to be at least 55 years old. And there’s also a six-figure barrier to entry.
Now where are we in Florida? The Villages is here, in a three-county area in north central Florida, about an hour drive from Disney World. What’s interesting about that is this place bills itself as Disneyland for retirees.
The Villages is wild, pal. But It’s not crazy seniors gone wild stuff. Sure, they throw parties and drink a lot, and there’s rumors there are orgies and swingers all over the place.
But for the most part, it’s just active adults. Like REALLY active adults. There are 50 golf courses, 89 swimming pools, a bunch of athletic facilities, and 90 miles of golf cart paths. And the clubs. There’s a club for just about anything you can think of. Want to ballroom dance to 80s music? So do 100 other people. Do you rebuild old cars? Lots of other people here do that too. There are more than 3,000 active social clubs here. For the folks that live here, it’s a chance to stay social and stay out of the grave.
They hold golf cart parades, pickleball tournaments, shuffleboard events, zumba nights. They gather for huge happy hours and go to their own churches, too. It’s like a permanent vacation designed to let people forget about their past lives.
Something like 98% of the population here is white, and 3 in 4 are conservatives. The Villages kinda broke onto the scene back in 2016 when Donald Trump was running for office. Their golf cart parades and rallies gained national attention, and really turned the spotlight onto Florida’s shifting political landscape.
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[@NickJohnson]

Here's my entire Florida playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLq-_cmf3H6yoRYg-ZZSFNFo4dBKxg85JC

[@ziggysmom5646]

I knew you would make this at some point! Thank you for making this. I want to retire there now!

[@Pogo1977]

If you can afford it, it sounds delightful.

[@bryantwallace7686]

I've been in Wildwood for 20 years I remember where there wasn't any Villages there I remember when it was just farmland I remember helping building The Villages from the ground up when I stayed in Wildwood I stay in Leesburg now so people be careful of what you say on here I still stay in the area and I know the secrets of everything of The Villages and I know everybody there

[@bryantwallace7686]

I've been in Wildwood for 20 years I remember where there wasn't any Villages there I remember when it was just farmland I remember helping building The Villages from the ground up when I stayed in Wildwood I stay in Leesburg now so people be careful of what you say on here I still stay in the area and I know the secrets of everything of The Villages and I know everybody there

[@bryantwallace7686]

you can ask me anything I know everything about the villages.. I was raised in Wildwood coming from Miami when my father pastored church. I came to Wildwood when I was a young boy so the villagers and wildwood is all I know

[@wendywilson4527]

Loneliness is a big problem for the elderly. Such a community is a brilliant idea. Will help keep you active and social. A community to help if a partner dies so you don't end up being a hermit.

[@dennispacelli1007]

nicely said Wendy I hope this isn't you.....!

[@wendywilson4527]

@@dennispacelli1007 no luckily not but I work in the NHS in the UK. The consultants I work with often say they wish they could prescribe friends as well as medication. Loneliness is a huge problem in the elderly which is quite heartbreaking.

[@OldMan1962]

Loneliness is a problem for many age groups plaguing folks for the last 3 years. This is especially true in medium and large city locales.

[@IBLV2DOU]

So true. We have many rural people aging here, and the spouse is gone. Or both are sick, very lonely. Kids do not want the farms. A place like this would be wonderful. Although my mom is in senior apartments and says too many old people!! 😅 she’s over 80.

[@wendywilson4527]

@@IBLV2DOU Yes. My mum and dad didn't want to be with old people. My dad is now 94. My mum at the time was in her late 80s with dementia. You never want to accept you are old.

[@Dru1111]

I’ve watched a lot of documentaries on The Villages. I live in Australia but understand how attractive it sounds to feel safe and wanted and entertained because your kids moved on. We live, we work, we die. Surely this is something to look forward to and opposed to lonely deaths ?

[@pambeck324]

Completely agree with you, if I were wealthy that’s exactly where I would want to be. Being alone and scared in your older years is terrifying.

[@u4riahsc]

If you like to be herded like cattle, go for it.

[@loosilu]

I would kill myself before living in a hot, humid MAGA bubble.

[@jeanraeburn6332]

I’ve visited there. It’s great. Why can retired people, who have worked hard their whole life not be able to just have fun and enjoy the end years.

[@jake8855]

No one's stopping them, but it is worthy of ridicule because of what a sheltered bubble it is.

[@classicsciencefictionhorro1665]

Almost all residents are conformists. They like cookie-cutter houses and chain restaurants and Trump. They love Trump.

[@bethd9160]

Lonliness in retirement is terrible. I think the villages are wonderful. That's why it's so successful.

[@karenbrown4524]

I agree a thousand percent, Beth. I'd love to afford to live in that village community. Catching an STD, though, wouldn't be a fear for me since I don't swing.

[@Whisperwomaneq2]

@@karenbrown4524 STD's usually get introduced into communities like this because the old men who live there seek out prostitutes, then spread it around. So it isn't something you get only from swinging.

[@BabyGirlRaven]

It’s definitely a place we should ask strive for. Too bad you have to have that much of an income and be that rich. The rich never seem to surprise me

[@yesthatsagrubworm.7732]

Greatness sells itself.

[@marylivingstone9815]

@@koreyb Right, Plenty of white collar criminals live in the Villages.

[@joerockhead7246]

My Mom lives there. She hates it. Says it's all old people. LOL. She's in her 80's.

[@brunoheggli2888]

And she is right!Why should you stay around only old people!Its muchbnicer to have familys and children around!

[@conservativehippie9736]

Thank you for the heads up I'm considering moving my mom there and she's 82 and she don't look 82 she looks great but that tells me something 🤝

[@brunoheggli2888]

If she hates it,why she doesnt leave?

[@jenasushawkins3089]

It is our right and our duty to abolish our corrupt and tyrannical government that has been taken over by the satanic NWO 💀 🇺🇸 💀 Washington DC London England and the Vatican are the heads of the snake of the satanic NWO.

[@monicadomingos4161]

Omg...she needs to get out of there..!

[@sheeralim8020]

I'm nearly retirement age and I could never live in a place like this. HOAs, Neighborhood Associations, gated communities--I don't need a bunch of meddlesome, old people telling me what to do with my own property. I like watching kids playing and riding their bikes. I like talking to younger neighbors. I like being around young people. My mother's 90 and lives in an "active adult community". She has her choice of five or six nice restaurants in her gated community, but she eats alone because it grosses her out that many of the old people sit at dinner and talk about their operations and complain about their ailments. She regrets moving to a place where everyone is old. Nope! Not for me.

[@distantstorm3808]

Then why the hell are you in the comments section of a video about a place you DON'T want to live in?

[@cindymartel5603]

I’m glad you choose not to live here in The Villages. Most people here enjoy life and don’t want to deal with complainers and bad attitudes. Water seeks its own level.

[@lisab.1595]

@@distantstorm3808 Looks like you only like comments that agree with yours. Maybe people that comment didn't know what it was like and now that they see it, it's not for them. If you're an example of the kind of people living there, I wouldn't want to live there either. Having a total meltdown because people don't see it your way is pathetic. Curb your anger. If you were so happy living there, you wouldn't care what other people think and wouldn't have to make snarly comments.

[@kathleenrussell2934]

The Villages is the most “adult active community”, so what’s your point?

[@danbolingable]

And just like that, nobody cares what you think.

[@yamasama1]

I dont see what the problem is! No one cares about older people so they created their own town! They arent bothering anyone and no one needs to bother them! Things sometimes just happen that way, it grows more than ever expected!

[@robinrainmaker7232]

You got that right! American culture does not respect or care about old people…..so they make their own town…..and hopefully leave all their money to charity.

[@jimcrump2659]

Truth is...They're jealous! 😄

[@richardarthur9772]

I think it’s great I’m 56 and want to go

[@Thun-qd1lg]

Why make it sound like a bad thing to work hard and plan for a great retirement as well as not wanting to put up with other peoples bull shit any more.

[@kenbob1071]

@@richardarthur9772 Admit it...you just wanna go for the sex orgies that were mentioned.

[@tacitusromanus8239]

I live in a retirement community in CA. I am one of the younger ones here. I love it as there are so many activities to choose from. People are living longer, and communities such as these offer them options to keep them healthy and engaged. One reason I moved here is because there are no kids, wild parties etc. It's low-key. The vast majority of people who live here are those who worked hard during their lifetimes, raised their families, and are enjoying the fruits of their retirement. I have found all those whom I have met to be very personable and caring. This type of lifestyle is not for everyone, but for those who enjoy it, it's the best place to be!

[@heatherfeather9951]

Lol, do you live in Sun City?

[@tacitusromanus8239]

@@heatherfeather9951 No.

[@suzgleason]

No children??

[@tacitusromanus8239]

@@suzgleason That's the whole point of an over -55 retirement community. No kids. However, it's not a problem for folks to have their grandchildren over. There are even some swim days in the calendar for grandparents and their grandkids as well as other events.

[@noreenn6976]

@@tacitusromanus8239 what a blessing to be able to afford to live in one of these communities.

[@plekguy]

Nick, I've watched so many of your videos of very depressed places around the country. I grew up in inner-city Pittsburg, PA and know what urban decay is. I live in The Villages, and we're here to get away from the poverty, the crime, the political in-fighting of city governments and school boards. Most people here enjoy the peace, the safety, and the wonderful amenities offered by The Villages. A bubble..you bet! That's why most of us are here, to isolate our retirement years from the insanity of the world today. We moved here from a suburb of Columbus, Ohio (where we moved to get away from crime in Pittsburgh!) where there were robberies, shootings, car jackings, and home invasion's on a daily basis. Not here. Calm. Peaceful. Quiet. A wonderful retirement community where people still respect one another. A place where people take care of their property, and each other. Thanks for all your enlightening videos!

[@NickJohnson]

Sounds like somewhere I'd want to be one day I'll tell you that

[@CC12398]

Yeah I think he's just being comical, I think it's wonderful a place to relax and socialize and be safe after years of working hard :-)

[@CC12398]

@@NickJohnson LOL I just saw your reply after I commented and I said I think he was just being comical cuz you are funny! It is weird but we're all going to be old and we're going to wish we had a place like that or could afford it

[@243wayne1]

Exaaaaaaactly...

[@MarilynNo1]

Nick, we just watched this video and think you are really stretching things out of proportion. You tried to find negativity wherever you could and it just didn't float. Sorry... but you spread a lot of untruths. So did the faceless commentator at the end. Her complaints were hilarious. Everybody speeds? The average top speed of a typical golf cart without any upgrades is between 12 and 14 miles per hour. Hubby says most go 20 mph. From what I see here at home in MN, older people drive too slow, so I don't believe a word she says. Nobody should believe anything negative that you say either. You tried your best to make the Villages look like a bad place, but it didn't work. I'm also sure there are a lot of liberals living there. If you watch your mouth and your step, you MIGHT get old enough to qualify to live there! Ha ha!

[@ercokatty]

I don’t see anything wrong with this. There are thousands of retirement communities all over the country. Age discrimination runs rampant, and it’s nice that they have a supportive community in which to live. You won’t get it until your older.

[@dcg590]

There is no age discrimination when you have money.

[@dennispacelli1007]

@@dcg590 damn!

[@jeremyserwer2586]

@@dcg590 Yep Class War at its finest.

[@duchampsrook]

The Villages are an ecological disaster with no end in sight. It’s a shame that a majority of older white Americans (Villages are 98% white Caucasian) have no dedication or understanding of conservation or environmentalism. Imagine if this community were all solar-powered, with water conservancy measures. Extensive community gardens and gardens in backyards. Areas set aside for wildlife. Rainwater reclamation. Electric golf carts vs gasoline powered carts? Instead the water table continues to drop, no stewardship toward becoming carbon neutral, a recycling program that was axed and replaced by incineration (all the villages trash is burned at a plant) in 2020. Sinkholes, anyone? Dwindling air quality? And oh, the impending flood expected in the next decade or two. It’s a shame.

[@gingerale1861]

We have the same thing in AZ. Called Sun City. Why is he so pissy about it?

[@MB-gl6tt]

This guy being interviewed did a beautiful job... he responded so gracefully, gently and with love. The Villages sounds like where it's at to me...a body (and mind) in motion, stays in motion.

[@Silvercardinal7]

I am really happy that these old folks have a place where they can be happy and active. We should do things like this all over the country.

[@Thun-qd1lg]

Why make it sound like a bad thing to work hard and plan for a great retirement as well as not wanting to put up with other peoples bull shit any more.

[@tigergreg8]

They do this all over the country, it's called a Highrise for the Elderly. Many play games and do things together, it's just not as exclusive, because not everyone has 6 figures in the bank like The Villages recommends.

[@MrDisgruntledGamer1]

im all for old people driving around in much more harmless golf carts. Dont like the 6 figure barrier entry thats super exclusive. Nobody from my generation is going to have that kind of money when they retire.

[@lucanolallo1776]

The majority do, USA just sucks at it.

[@marytica123]

@@MrDisgruntledGamer1 Everywhere in Florida is "6 figure" prices now. Even mobile homes are over $100,000.

[@Explorer766]

Imagine wanting to live the last 15 years of your life with like minded peaceful people of your generation. Sounds good to me.

[@kenbob1071]

19:32 "It's predominantly conservative, but it does have it's share of, you know, more open-minded..." So when you say "like-minded," you really mean "close-minded." Got it!

[@Explorer766]

@@kenbob1071 enjoy talking to yourself.

[@fuxan]

@@Explorer766 no I heard him and agree...what I heard from you is "gargle glarble ssmmhfjskak" and fart noises

[@Valmontst]

@@Explorer766 You seem to be the one talking to yourself.

[@reverendbluejeans1748]

Dating is going to be a problem though

[@bchristopher2270]

This place looks awesome honestly. Good for them. Move around like-minded people who want peace and happiness. More places like this will pop-up as urban cities deteriorate.

[@jake8855]

It looks like a shithole to me. All fake and Orwellian looking.

[@cnc813]

My mom and dad have lived there for awhile and we visit them on the weekends. My dad doesn’t really do anything but my mother stays busy and has a good social life. There isn’t really anything negative about the place. If you can actually afford to retire it’s not a bad choice.

[@patrickstockton2091]

What do the "chicks "wear when they are "walking "?...

[@theresedavis2526]

There's nothing negative about the place as long as you think, live, speak, and worship as they do.

[@wickedawesomehats]

My wife and I are in our 20s, and we just bought a house outside the villages because we love how relaxed the environment is.

[@jamesinkeys]

And you guys, are welcome to come to any of the three live music squares,(more coming) and dance!

[@wholovesu2]

Hope you vote red

[@wickedawesomehats]

@@wholovesu2 definitely wouldn't vote blue, that's for sure.

[@donwilliams6712]

Welcome young neighbor. I am one of the old neighbors in the Villages.

[@bonnietrottier3187]

Too many closed minded crazy Trump supporters. I wouldn’t live there if I was gifted a home.

[@pmonies]

The world used to be a nice place to live and it's great they can have a continuance of how it was for them when they grew up and started families. Awesome.

[@williamjameslehy1341]

Boomers were young adults in the 1970s and 80s, when crime in the US was a hell of a lot higher than it is now. If this fact surprises you, you need to bin your television set.

[@patrickstockton2091]

How much are rooms to rent?

[@loosilu]

The world was nicer for SOME people. It was crap for the others. They want to go back to the time when they were automatically privileged.

[@CsImre]

@@williamjameslehy1341 In urban areas sure. But in the burbs? Not really.

[@williamjameslehy1341]

@@CsImre not sure if a study has been done on that, but I'd be extremely surprised if suburban crime is higher now than it was in 1990.

[@Mariospage4fun]

A hard pass. I left Florida because after 32 years living in Miami, I was tired of traffic and feeling the heat pumped from hell every day. All year. I love my cabin in the mountains. Never will move back to Florida ever.

[@gertexan]

Well....good.....enjoy. Just like the people who live here are enjoying their life. What is the problem?

[@hertzair1186]

Seems Miami life is a galaxy away from the life in the Villages…

[@migspedition]

So Miami is Florida and Florida is Miami?

[@distantstorm3808]

Why the hell are you even here then?

[@aidaknopp548]

You probably lived in the gettos of Miami 😮

[@debesevening3335]

We live in The Villages as well. We LOVE it! Is it a bubble, absolutely! Very clean, beautiful, fun, fun place to live. It is an absolute Disneyland for us retirees. We enjoy the ability to go to dinner, the Dr, grocery shopping, pedicures, financial advisor, bank, golf course and yoga class, theater with name brand talents and shows AND pools, tennis, pickleball, pharmacy all in our golf cart. CONSTIANTLY, the only "crime" showing up on my 5 mile crime report is animal complaint and motor vehicle accident. If you needed a natural, healthy comparison, we are a "beehive". We are there for each other, we support and protect and defend the fabric of society by our volunteerism, our charity work and our ability to co-exist without all the anger and negativity of the "real" world.

[@emichels]

The Villages are a great example of a retirement community. Most people want to retire around people who live, look, and think like them so not a bad community at all. I'm most likely retiring there in around 20 years. No kids, low crime.

[@grantcanada1]

Yeah, it sounds just like HEAVEN.

[@Richlucch]

Exactly looks fine to me lmao wouldnt wanna live there now cuz it’s mostly an older community but i could see it when im 55-60. Drink beers and golf with the boys sounds hood to me. And a low crime area too with no trash

[@fakenails]

There quite a few of them in FL. They have a rule of no one under 45 or have children that are younger than 21are allowed to rent in that property or if you meet the age.

[@michaelellringer5600]

When I think Florida, I think immediately of unwanted insects, mosquito's. No thanks!

[@emichels]

@@michaelellringer5600 And where do you live that's so great??

[@paullombard00]

I think this is wonderful. In our Western society we don't respect the elderly like we should.

[@supkirsten]

As someone who works with people at high risk for suicide, I can tell you that this age demographic has the highest risk of attempts and completion. Why? Loneliness, a sense of not belonging, and loss of a sense of usefulness. A lot of the language here in the comments and even the video itself reflects society’s view that elders in our society are basic trash. And bottom line, THAT is why The Villages and other 55+ communities thrive. The Villages just happens to do it exceptionally well. A sense of community, friendship, activities, safety… sign me up, tyvm.

[@theresedavis2526]

Sorry, but it's the elderly who reject everyone else as trash. These communities are created to discriminate and segregate everyone else. They shut even their families out of their lives, exclude others because they don't share the same beliefs, then wonder why they're so damn lonely! Those residents certainly weren't seeking friendship, comradery, or a sense of belonging, two years ago, when they were divided and hostile toward each other over politics!

[@supkirsten]

@@theresedavis2526 Sorry, but your narrative, world view, agenda, and maybe even personal experience simply isn’t borne out in the statistics and research.

[@janicecroissiert9116]

That’s why we’re going to check the villages out. If one of us passes, it would be lonely indeed. And we love living in south Florida. We’re from NY.

[@w8what575]

Honestly, this is how communities should be…people with common interests and goals working together to make a good place to live

[@Arty_left]

Don’t be fooled. I’ve been here 7 months, and have already been harassed by a 90 year woman next door who thinks she can dictate to me how I park my car in my own driveway. (Sent, what she thought was an anonymous post card to me)

[@yeboscrebo4451]

@@Arty_left haha

[@theresedavis2526]

You mean we should have segregation again?

[@Thun-qd1lg]

Why make it sound like a bad thing to work hard and plan for a great retirement as well as not wanting to put up with other peoples bull shit any more.

[@user-tc4xy6jl7o]

@@sadenbrick lol do you even watch this channel??? The reason a community like this is needed is to get away from the swine 😂

[@DHarri9977]

Society treats many older people like their invisible so they created their own place or town to make their home while supporting and enjoying each other. While it's expensive it keeps the place nice and is apparently sustainable without government or outside interference. I would imagine this concept could be duplicated across the different economic scales that would serve to strengthen various communities while making them safe places for people to live and thrive.

[@dcg590]

@@willp.8120go away.

[@mysticalsky6279]

These communities are great for seniors!! I inherited a home from my relatives and I am only 57. I live in a Del Webb Senior community in Las Vegas and it is the safest most beautiful place to live here. We have golf and 7 community centers with pools and work out facilities. The villages look great too! I highly recommend it!

[@baldisaerodynamic9692]

Also has one of the worst HOAs in the valley too.

[@CH67guy1]

@@baldisaerodynamic9692 Can you please say more about this? What about the HOA is so bad? Thank you.

[@wethepplwhorblackerthanblu6442]

@@CH67guy1 they're probably super nosy probably super intrusive

[@CH67guy1]

@@wethepplwhorblackerthanblu6442 Probably wouldn’t work for me. I have a house in the sticks on 70 acres!

[@phongphong4640]

@@CH67guy1 But they have highly active orgies and swinging activities!! With old people though...

[@lesliecas2695]

Background: I retired in 2019 in the Midwest and am still here. I think The Villages are a reflection of the reality of retirement. There really is nothing to do in retirement except those activities you actively.pursue. No one comes to visit. If you do not seek activities, you will be bored out of your mind.

[@notverynotoriousg5674]

the villages has no public amenities like an arts district, green spaces, there is extremely limited dining, etc. that its also in central florida, satan's swamp butt. people sit inside in ac and get a healthy dose of conservative alternative reality on their tv every day. they also vote against anything community based, like the public schools are some of the most underfunded in the country. the areas around the Villages are historically some of the poorest in the state, and getting poorer thanks to the villages.

[@angelafariscal8020]

I would be so lonely not seeing people around I’m retired not a home owner less stress I live happily see people walking in my front building .I’m close to the beach too.I don’t need luxury in life just to live happy and content.

[@cetriyasArtnComicsChannel]

not directed to you, but I wonder how much of the reason why no one really visits is cause most spent all their youth just for their retirement and not continuing to build family relations and new friends/projects. I dont see my self just sit in a place like this as I creeps me out living in a place with too many people not having new things to do/ can easily be bored.

[@notverynotoriousg5674]

@@angelafariscal8020 I'm there with you, I'm not old enough to retire, but would rather work part time and still live in the city than this senior dystopia.

[@alexdavidson7785]

cultivate

[@BobK58]

I'm retired and the last place I want to live is with a bunch of old people. In Florida. Ugh!

[@hamsterdiving7593]

👏👏👏👊👍

[@rhondadavis4285]

Well at least they’re not all addicted to drugs and living on the streets, and they don’t bother me they’re not ruining the economy I’m not competing for the villages why should I care we’re rich old people live? Harmless

[@plzleavemealone9660]

They can still vote and live in an extreme bubble. It can be extremely harmful when you have people that don't see other people's everyday struggle in their country voting for things that won't affect them anymore.

[@aramondehasashi3324]

@@plzleavemealone9660 Don't most people live in a bubble nowadays? Hell most people don't go outside they're community unless they have to commute to a job.

[@deborahknopf1241]

Omg, I am so sick of hearing about "rich old people". How about that "these" people worked hard their whole life, lived modestly, took responsibility and now can enjoy the rewards. Wise up!

[@somebonehead]

@@plzleavemealone9660 Username does not check out.

[@isaaccastro4846]

They are ruining the economy, the existence of these places it’s why people can’t afford homes now

[@christinestephenson1742]

It sounds like a utopia for seniors to me! I had heard of the place, my parents had a winter home in Zephyrhills. Who wouldn't want to live in peaceful, calm, and secure neighborhoods in their old age? Also I think about people who lose their spouses. They will have so much support all around them.

[@loosilu]

Me! I cannot STAND hot humid weather. You couldn't pay me to move to Florida.

[@margaretdevries8090]

😊I could. Never afford it. So many add $k add ons !!!

[@margaretdevries8090]

I’m just jealous! And I don’t golf ! Mosquitoes humidity not my ideal place ! Notice there is no churches ?? That’s scary!

[@donchristie420]

Add STD’s to the list, lol

[@walte153]

@@donchristie420 Oh, No! Another "expert" who saw that old episode of "Inside Edition" and is now "in the know."

[@teksight9714]

Yikes. My dad worked full-time until he died at age 83. Said he would never retire and didn't understand those who did. But then he loved his work, which i guess is rare.

[@dixieding3092]

Wow! This is really shocking. Imagine people living how they want 😱

[@dand41]

He’s angry and triggered cause the Villages voted for Trump. So everything about the Villages must be bad.

[@kenbob1071]

Glad you support the LGBTQ community 🏳‍🌈

[@dixieding3092]

@@kenbob1071 wasn't aware it was an LGBTQ+ community. But I'm very much a "live and leave others be" type person 🤷

[@larryhall7998]

@@dand41 You Trump Lovers make me laugh!! You people are the most TRIGGERED people on the earth! Who still have Trump sighs in their Yard after almost two year , who thinks that Trump REALLY won the election . Ya Ya I suffer from TDS, CAN YOU HEAR ME LAUGHING AT YOU!!

[@larryhall7998]

@@dand41 Right wing conservative waiting to die, my ideal of paradise!!!

[@windermere2330]

I live in a hell hole called Los Angeles. The crime here increases each day. We had three shootings in one week in my neighborhood when we usually have one or two in a year. Then there’s traffic, noise, and the super high cost of living. It’s terrible! I would love to live in a bubble! I could move there in two years and two months but I could never afford it. Oh well. It’s still nice to imagine living there.

[@greasesicle]

The crime rate doesn't increase each day you liar. Are you retarded?

[@loosilu]

In the Villages, you can have traffic, noise, expensive housing, and be surrounded by wealthy MAGAs.

[@annethomson4920]

​@@loosilu sounds good to me ..

[@TheMDM1956]

Older folks deserve to live what is left of life the way they envisioned.

[@allenayquest8929]

No Gangbangers, No Thugs, No Pants Saggers, No Drug Tuff Wars, No Welfare, No Poverty, No Trash in the Streets, No Homeless People sprawled around, No Home Invasions, No Drive-by Shooting, No Loud music at 1:am+ , No People hanging on Street Corners, and practically None of the rest of the unpleasantries that cause hardworking people to flee their homes!😎👌

[@graceandglory1948]

Amen!

[@johnpeymann2783]

In other words some people would say that that the Villages lacks "diversity" ...which isn't a bad thing.

[@allenayquest8929]

@@johnpeymann2783 Which is all of what this village clearly exemplifies! ..IMO, one of the worst tragedies that plagued humanity was the moment they were FORCED upon Each Other! This NEVER worked well from the very beginning! But yet was treated as some form of *_Utopic Quest!_* in the midst of all the Bloodshed that stemmed from the attempt! ...IF we could roll back the clock, we'd really wish everyone had STAYED Segregated!

[@SammyxSweetheart.02]

Yet conservatives tell leftists to go to their safe spaces?!

[@scwirpeo]

Having lived in suburbs in the western US my entire life i have to point out you literally never have to move to a place like this to not experience any of that. When they say location location location in reguards to real estate they mean it. The entire US is luckily not a jersy shore suburb that sours out into crime and scum after 20 years.

[@suehafford9463]

Sadly I am 66 and retired 3 years ago and moved into an exclusive senior development and I swear I have never seen such fights. Different cliques and more like middle school arguing among themselves. Next problem is all the good medical care is full and literally a waiting list for a descent doctor. There's a 3 pet limit. My 5lb , 6 inch tall with ears 8 inches tall dog got in trouble for looking at an old man who hates dogs but has 3 rabbits. Only happy people here are board members who walk around deciding who to terrorize. I'm moving out

[@bigstuff52]

sue Good for you Sue..I'm 70 and couldn't take this kind of togetherness with a bunch of old clowns whose bellies get there 10 minutes before they do.....

[@Arty_left]

Sounds just like the villages 😂

[@theresedavis2526]

That pretty much sums up the privileged senior mindset. I don't blame you for moving out.

[@robingraham4543]

And the damn HOAs, please, they are such a pain. And don't forget the drunk driving with all those dang golf carts!!! In the news. And a lot too.

[@Valmontst]

I am sure that you won’t be missed.

[@stephanledford9792]

This is not my cup of tea, but I understand from watching why some people would love living here. I didn't see any negatives at all in this video. I especially like the fact that older people who lose a spouse have a lot of support from others in a similar situation.

[@herrprepper2070]

Billy Graham was asked “What was your biggest surprise in life?” He replied… “How quickly time slips away.”

[@jacksonmorganfroghin4815]

That's interesting and true. His wife Ruth was asked what her biggest surprise was. She said, "The everydayness of it all." Her husband was gone a lot. Thank God they're together now.

[@jakeholmes9416]

So true...

[@fuxan]

And I wish Billy Graham had slipped on something years before his evangelists a$$ did actually die so we could.shut off that brainwashing faucet a lot early and save us from further damage to our brains collectively...$pirit of the lord indeed...

[@amgooder]

🥺👍

[@patrickstockton2091]

Liberals look like a terd in the punch bowl when they show up in their u haul....

[@lillyalfonso9816]

I visited the villages two years ago and loved it. My aunt and uncle lives there now they loved it too.

[@catherinepatton8699]

Yes there is a perfect place l am not ready to go yet. Perfect is in the heart. Spirit and different for each of us. Until the times comes enjoy every moment of your life.

[@pranzobagsbymaryloupalazzo3727]

My bags are now sold at Golf Central in The Villages! Yay! I’m so excited and can’t wait to visit The Villages!❤

[@lenathenurse9234]

My in-laws live here and love it. They’re extremely active both physically and socially. They have everything there, doctors and pretty much everything you could want. We had a blast visiting. I heard there’s a lot of single women, always hitting on my father in law.

[@carolannpacificadam1944]

I bet there's a lot of hating there .. Married men aren't off limits..

[@alphaomega17]

Fornicators aren't going to heaven. 9 Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor homosexuals, nor sodomites, 10 nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners will inherit the kingdom of God. Corinthians 6:9-10

[@notverynotoriousg5674]

@@carolannpacificadam1944 notorious swingers grounds, lots of partner swapping, voyeurism, that kind of stuff, also the more illegal the kink is the more likely right wingers will adopt it, so pets aren't out of the question. If the in-laws are happy and social its not hard to do the math. In touch with doctors for all their stds, highest % of stds in the state.

[@DaLabLover]

@@alphaomega17 you're not going to Heaven either. Your hate and ignorance will keep you out!

[@lenathenurse9234]

@@carolannpacificadam1944 it’s true! 😂my father in law gets hit on frequently. He’s a handsome man but is obviously married. Women will flirt with him right in front of his wife.

[@AlanaEsoterica]

I live in a similar community near The Villages. We have lots of bingo, nice people, peace & quiet. No kids, no families, no big dogs. It's absolutely heaven. It's been 5 years. I ❤️ it. I've never been happier.

[@starr8111]

Can you please mention the name

[@tahira.7914]

I need to move there once I’m done being 26 years old lol

[@alexdavidson7785]

Your happy

[@CC12398]

Is absolutely proven people who socialize live longer !

[@lt.2992]

I’m a married 26 yr old raised by boomers (in their 70’s) and having no kids, just activities, quiet & peace is the best. I guess I’m an old soul 😆

[@GG-vx7gi]

As a bona-fide old white guy, there is nothing about this place that would appeal to me....but I can see how it could be a great place for others.

[@chrysanthemum3065]

I’m an old hippie. Closing in on 70. Extremely introverted. Never heard of this place till just now. MY. WORST. FREAKING. NIGHTMARE! Hell on earth. 🤮

[@pctrashtalk2069]

Some people like a comfortable routine. I look at it as expensive and perhaps taking a bit too much from the older people.

[@MrTrda]

Can you imagine the same old fuddy duddy conversations everyday 🤣😟

[@valeriebarber4325]

It’s the right wingers with their pro trump golf cart parades that I wouldn’t be able to stand.

[@mojo3008]

Real hippies are apolitical. I'm a conservative and I think the place is a nightmare because it's a sterie suburban hellscape with no character and no countryside.

[@pctrashtalk2069]

@@mojo3008 Nick recently put out a video of Bartow Florida and all the housing development there. The houses all look the same and very similar to those in the Villages. They just crank out the new homes and subdivisions. And the quality is not that great.

[@jameschanin876]

I visited there in 2010. I heard there's almost Zero crime there. Someone went thru a red light 27.13

[@mrpb6399]

More golf cart DUIs than anywhere else in the world.

[@jacksonmorganfroghin4815]

You can edit your comment even after you send it out. I say that because I didn't quite understand it. Perhaps you can elaborate; I get the no crime part That may change when the famine comes, God forbid.

[@jamesinkeys]

@@mrpb6399 You got that right...

[@Lauritzenm]

@@mrpb6399 That's because there are more golf cars than anyplace in the world. Jeeezzzz lol

[@joyfuldefibrillator274]

Some friends of mine moved there a few years ago. They love it! They absolutely love it! There is nothing crazy about it! They all stay so active. 😊🎉

[@cherryllcooper679]

I’m headed down in July, hoping to find my own place in this bubble! I’ve grown tired of Northern Virginia (traffic, taxes, house is TOO BIG and empty, takes too long to go anywhere, etc.). Also, I am lonely and isolated in suburbia. All of the things you mentioned as negatives are non-issues or easily dealt with.

[@noreenn6976]

Solivita in poinciana is nice but smaller than the villages.

[@tomc7434]

It's great here, you'll love it!

[@brianmoran3450]

You better buy quick ! Lots are going as soon as they are built.

[@ey67]

Take me with you 😊😊

[@KidsandKittens217]

@Cherryll Cooper The villages is built on the worst possible terrain. This area of Florida is highly prone to Catastrophic sink holes. Since I understand the geology there is NO WAY in HELL I would ever buy a home on that type of land. The worst possible place to buy a home in the U.S. Sinkholes in that area are common! Losing my home to a sinkhole would be a really bad experience.

[@CaptainHammerFists]

Grandparents live here. It’s actually really nice. Many of the amenities are empty because everyone is older and doesn’t use them. But it’s a great, safe place to enjoy earned peace.

[@vicm6561]

You must visit during the summer months? It’s packed during the winter months 😀

[@catherinebullock9748]

Well good for them, and thanks for the video. Not my gig... reminds me of the old movie "Stepford Wives".

[@violet640]

I prefer to live where it’s a bit colder , and neighbors are like half a mile away . 🤩

[@lindawoody8501]

We lived in The Villages, FL for five years fairly recently and moved back West to be closer to our family who are still in Calif. We liked The Villages quite a lot. Only things I disliked were the occasional threat of tornadic storms and the ever present Palmetto Bugs which are large American Cockroaches that seem to be in many homes in Florida (even in nicer clean ones). Pest control is big business.

[@texasred2702]

You must be from California originally. Those roaches are just the warmup act lol.

[@wethepplwhorblackerthanblu6442]

@@texasred2702 😁😄😁👏👏👏

[@singmysong1167]

Yeah, those bugs are scary looking, I saw them when I visited my brother in Florida one year! He said they live in the Palm Trees and in houses, of course...they look for water.

[@currentconditions962]

Linda, I totally agree with you. I lived in Florida for 2 years, and the Roaches are a pain. No matter how cleaned I kept my house, they will still show up. I lived in Japan, Netherlands, North Dakota, Idaho, now Montana, and No Roaches. I visit Europe and California many times, and No Roaches. I bet these FL communities are infested with Roaches.

[@plurtwink]

The best is when they fly straight at someone who had no idea a roach could fly! 😂😂😂

[@gibsonguitarplayer]

We live in the Midwest and own a retirement home in Florida. This type of community is not for us. Everyone knows everyone else, everyone knows your business and if you aren’t freely sharing everything about your life…you are shunned. Have a friend who lives there. He hates it, his wife loves it. He is more private, she loves being a princess there constantly bragging about her kids, cars, family, money, their success. Ugh

[@gibsonguitarplayer]

He also stated that the social pressure is never ending. Like being in junior high all over again. It’s Like this: we are all going over to Betty and Jim’s at 4:30 for cocktails, then walking over to the Johnsons for cake..then to the Town Square to play cards…..are you coming? Are you coming? Uh, no not tonight. Why? Why not? Are you ok? Is something wrong? Come on, come on..come over…everyone will be there. What are we supposed to tell Betty and Jim? Are you upset with one of them? It goes on and on……….

[@_oly_241]

Curious how the property insurance is. As I understand, flood insurance is now mandatory and priced many out of their home

[@tiffinywoods3245]

I live near the Villages. We "outsiders" feel like they are taking over. Just where I live there's going to be three new neighborhoods. Where there was beautiful forests and pastures are now mazes of neighborhoods and shopping plazas. As one of the people in the area I can tell you, we don't like the villages. We feel like they are ruining our home.

[@pctrashtalk2069]

I have heard that also. The map it showed of The Villages is out of date. They are now expanding south of turnpike, and east along the turnpike. Sometimes it is hard to get good statistics for The Villages because it’s in three counties. There have been issues in the counties they are in, especially Sumter County. It is such a rural county, that The Villages with its wealth and population, have taken control of much of the politics in the county. Wildwood is just overwhelmed by The Villages. They mention the schools for their employees, but the areas around The Villages is getting too expensive for employees to live. Most jobs in The Villages are low paying jobs. (landscaping, construction, restaurants, stores)

[@tiffinywoods3245]

@@pctrashtalk2069 Exactly! I live in Sumter county, just a few miles south of Wildwood. We had people out here protesting to "stop the villages". It won't happen, it's like a ravenous monster at this point. And you are absolutely right about it being too expensive. We might have to leave Florida. I was born here, it breaks my heart.

[@jimcrump2659]

Probably not hurting your property value though

[@tiffinywoods3245]

@@jimcrump2659 that's the problem, we were trying to buy a home before covid hit, and now the property values are not affordable for your average Floridian. We have no choice but to rent right now. Homes that were 150,000 two years ago are now in the 300,000s. It's crazy. We are lucky enough to have family to rent from.

[@jamesinkeys]

@@tiffinywoods3245 Prolly, where your next new employment will be, so you can buy that new pickup truck...

[@charlesphilhower1452]

Nothing wrong with having a lower energy transportation alternative for local travel . It would be nice to have that in other communities.

[@alk3078]

Aren't gulf carts and four wheelers legal in most towns? They are around here. You have to be over 11or 12, but otherwise it's legal

[@charlesphilhower1452]

@@alk3078 Many communities don’t have road where it would be safe to use these vehicles for transportation.

[@alk3078]

@@charlesphilhower1452 Towns around here have streets and it's legal to drive four wheelers and gulf carts on the streets.

[@jtidema]

@@alk3078 Wow, I've never lived somewhere that golf carts and quads were legal on the streets - that's interesting.

[@michaelhastie9729]

I wish we had communities like this “Villages” they have in Florida U.S.A, as it looks like heaven to live there. They have all the entertainment and facilities you would get in a large city. There is zero crime, the people who live there are in their 50’s and upwards, children are not allowed, they can visit their parents and grandparents up to 30 days or so. They travel around in what they call “Golf Cars” not karts, and have a speed limit of just 20-30 mph. This is a place I would love to retire for the rest of my life. People are friendly, the streets are spotless. Every country should have a place like the “Village” for the elderly, where they don’t need to go outside the area has it has everything your heart desires.

[@kathe.o.]

I like diversity. My neighbors are from their 30's with children to over 80 with grandchildren. They are black, white, & Hispanic. We are neighbors. No one sticks their nose in others business. Yet if people need people, there are people here. GOD created us all & I prefer life GOD'S way. My family calls me a liberal, I call myself a human being.

[@dekaywill4572]

You sound goofy.

[@gypsyraetravels1559]

And it's OK..to want to be with a more like minded group!!!! You do you...but don't judge..if there are some others..that DON'T WANT..what you want!!!

[@angelasmith7369]

My kind of human being, I prefer GOD's way too. So rare to hear these days. I was brought up in the same kind of neighborhood, quite wonderful! We were all pretty close and no one called you out of your name. We only saw each other as "human beings." I long for those days. Diversity is a beautiful thing, truly "GOD's way." The sad thing is many 'claim' they are for GOD, but as they say, 'actions' speak louder than 'words.' So nice to 'see' you here Katherine Owian, very refreshing in these sad times. God bless you.

[@marylivingstone9815]

@@gypsyraetravels1559 Why so defensive? We get it, you don’t want to be around non white people. That’s your prerogative.

[@yeboscrebo4451]

I like homogeneity

[@NewHaven203]

I never even knew The Villages was this popular! Florida does such a great job with retirement communities. No snow, no crime, just peace! I lived in Spring Hill for 3 years and the lifestyle these retired old people live seems like a dream

[@Afmedic85]

My husband is originally from Spring Hill, born and raised. He says it's a hick town lol

[@prtrinilan4357]

We’re in NY and have a few friends in Spring Hill that we visit often. We love it. Peaceful, laid back, friendly people.

[@layamehta7739]

LOL you think all of Florida has no crime? Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahhahhahahahahahahahahahhaahaha! MURDER RATES ARE ACTUALLY HIGHER IN RED STATES THAN BLUE STATES. GOOGLE IT! THE FACTS DON'T LIE!

[@loosilu]

Horrible humid weather, hurricanes, an insane governor, MAGA aholes everywhere. No thanks.

[@theresedavis2526]

You make me laugh! The bigotry, exclusiveness, politics, and self indoctrination, destroys any sense of affability, simplicity, humbleness, or fellowship.

[@fredogden936]

I don't begrudge them at all . What a great way to spend the "golden" years. It is nice to see functioning communities. And it is wonderful to see a community that is not youth-centric like most suburban areas. Old people aren't always welcome.

[@michellelandvik4009]

My grandparent retired to a place like this in Arizona, and loved it. The only drawback is there were only old people (their words). But it kept them in a community where they had friends and mental stimulation. I hope I can retire in a place like this one day. My own mother is in retirement, but can't afford to be in a place like this. She refused to live with one of us (her kids, who all live several hours from her), and lived alone. She became depressed and lonely (especially with the isolation of COVID lockdowns). It created a serious mental decline in her, and depression, and in a few months of living alone, she is in early stages of Alzheimer's. It's really freaking sad, and I wonder if she would be doing a lot better if we'd forced her to live with one of us. Now she has to live with one of us, and will soon need to be in a memory care facility because she is becoming too much to handle.

[@lynnshepard7485]

“Summer camp for older folks.” Sounds like my kind of place! 😘

[@GEAUXFRUGAL]

Summer they're at their less humid location this is a winter haven.

[@anthonypaul1633]

Alot of the people who work in the villages Housekeeping.Cooks.

[@anthonypaul1633]

Are from Jamaica on work permit. Low wages

[@markmower1746]

Whats worse than lobsters on your piano? Crabs on your organ.

[@bs4real]

Bwahahaha! Good one!!!

[@roselee4445]

Good one. But crabs are likely the easier of what's being transmitted

[@ddd1hhh]

From what I understand, you don’t have to be 55; FL law states that 80% of the population can be 55 or over, but that’s it… something liked that…

[@Satine_Moisant]

If only it were affordable for the disabled seniors on fixed incomes. Everyone deserves to live in a nice place.

[@ch3nz3n]

Then it wouldn't be so nice. Not everyone gets to be a doctor, a lawyer nor a pensioner with a nice lifestyle. Reality is like that.

[@saltymimi]

There ARE more affordable retirement communities in Florida. Most are mobile home or RV parks that have a pool, club house, events, shuffleboard, etc…and sometimes small golf courses.

[@JamesEdgin]

Your exactly right, I just told my wife that it’s a shame it’s for the rich only 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️🪖🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@naturegirllover]

@saltymimi I wouldn't live in a mobile home park in Florida if my life depended on it which it would based on the weather there ​

[@kerstinlampert7337]

The bottom line for seniors....keeping active is the key to longevity and happiness for most. If that isn't your thing, don't move there.

[@distantstorm3808]

Not moving here just isn't enough for some people. They have to invade comments sections on videos about the Villages to let everyone know they don't want to live there. I can't imagine what kind of satisfaction that can possibly bring someone, but that's where we are.

[@AHD2105]

Ewe......I'm 52 and I would never live in conformity land. It's clearly not family friendly so who would go there to visit? Self serving generation.

[@matthewfeduzi4751]

Good for them. Most of them worked hard, were responsible and saved their money to get here so why vilify them ? Who doesn’t want to be retired and rich ? Next up Martha’s Vineyard, go up to Martha’s Vineyard and give that place a good hard examination. I’ll be waiting for it.

[@MANTHONYPTLD]

To each their own. I think it's wonderful that many older people enjoy living in The Villages, but I'm 66 and there's no way I would ever live in that type of community. Many of the streets do not have sidewalks, driving is necessary to get around, I enjoy hiking, and there's only so much golf I would be able to play. Also, while watching the video the Twilight Zone theme was bombarding my brain.

[@robingraham4543]

its like groundhog day on repeat!!!! LMAO

[@seaside2001]

LOL totally get you. Stepford Wives also comes to mind.

[@fuxan]

Its paved over so much biodiversity....and yeh like...nature trails...what's that? Says the developers

[@seaside2001]

@@fuxan Yup - big impacts but nobody cares.

[@snaggledaggle7027]

Well, it's not like someone is holding a gun to your head to play golf! Your free to pursue any activity that floats your boat, in or out of the Village. And driving as a necessity to get anywhere is common in a lot of big cities in America. Like Los Angeles where I live. I don't see the Villages as much different from a big suburb of any major city, but with much better accommodations.

[@myopinion4108]

Seems beautiful for retirement! They don’t need drama. They need a nice ending of their life!

[@theresedavis2526]

They create drama! Trust me.... I'm not far from that community!

[@darrenwilson7217]

I think these communities are a great idea and I wish something similar existed in the UK. I work with the elderly and loneliness is a big problem. The consultants I work with often say they wished they could prescribe some friends. The nearest thing we have to this are the holiday parks in Spain, particularly Benadorm. Think having like minded people around would also help when one half of a couple dies.

[@elaineteeter9485]

There was a Twilight Zone called "Evergreen," a gated community where strict conformity was required. The penalty for disobedience was horrifying.

[@billredding2000]

@@elaineteeter9485 Sounds like America in general nowadays: If you don't follow/support the liberal/left/woke/blue agenda -- you're canceled. I'd much more prefer to live in The Villages...except I'm probably Riff-Raff as I'm not likely to afford the high-priced homes there. Oh well...we MUST know our places (AND limitations), mustn't we. ;-) -- BR

[@mariaolivieri1633]

Those people already fought their battles. Raised families. Worked hard and gave society whatever they were going to contribute to society. Is amazing that those who like that life style can live there. The condescending phrase "they live in there own reality"... Is uncalled for. I am sure they deserve every penny they invest in their life.

[@juliejensen7370]

Your I interviews help me think about where I do and don't want to retire. There really is no perfect place. Thanks, Nick.

[@NickJohnson]

Ok Julie

[@wethepplwhorblackerthanblu6442]

I'm glad someone is seeing the same thing I'm saying that there is no real perfect place here on Earth you just got be able to deal with whatever you situation/place that you're in

[@tinman9713]

U mean there's a place that's safe, lower taxes, no crime, happy hours, great restaurants, lots of activities and pools, golf, hobbies, and friendly people.....sign me up!!!!!

[@wildmanmountainjack3725]

My uncle was a very good repairman. He wanted to move there and work repairing golf carts to make extra money. Unfortunately he passed before he could make the move. He had a couple of friends that lived in the villages and always used to talk about how great it was.

[@CC12398]

I'm sorry for your loss

[@rez3501]

Aww man, thats so sad. Im very sorry for your loss. My Dad became ill with dementia shortly after he retired from farming. He didnt get to do all the things he dreamed of. I always hope he is up north fishing for muskie and sturgeon, in spirit 🙏💙🕊🙏

[@robertwest6350]

Im from the Coachella Valley, California and we have many many many 55+ communities, the whole place is like a massive retirement home. Having grown up around A LOT of old people was pretty cool, we had many retired volunteers come to our schools and help out and share their experiences. Having had access to such a wealth of wisdom was truly a blessing. It does have it's down sides though, we have many many traffic collisions due to older drivers, our property prices are a bit high, other than that it's pretty cool

[@kentmccoy592]

Love Palm Springs and the surrounding area, I live in North Florida and I can't wait to retire to Palm Springs.

[@beautifulflorida]

We discovered The Villages and took a ride there! Nice place, the largest active adult community in Florida!

[@dannywatkins1137]

I love this video. My parents moved to The Villages in 2018. I visit them every year and very familiar with it. It is a great place, but it is an absolute bubble.

[@patrickstockton2091]

Are there any double wides for rent?...

[@mojo3008]

I'm a conservative. There's no fucking way I could live in a place like that. It's flat and full of expensive cookie cutter homes with no character. No old trees or woods.

[@carrollrhodes4050]

There is such a thin line between where you are now and becoming a liberal! Next thing you know you will want to give all those houses to the homeless.

[@mojo3008]

@@carrollrhodes4050 I'm a liberal because I want to live in a house with character and some trees in my yard or some woods nearby? I'm a liberal because I don't want to live in such a sterile looking community with cookie cutter houses? I don't think you understand what a liberal/Democrat or conservative means. You're confused.

[@jimcrump2659]

Yeah, you should stay far away 😏

[@mojo3008]

@@jimcrump2659 don't worry. When I retire it won't be in the city or a sterile suburban hellscape.

[@mojo3008]

Seriously though, I'm confused. What kind of mental gymnastics did you do to be able to read my statement and extrapolate somehow that it makes me liberal?

[@missmgmnt]

"The Villages: What the hell is this place?" Perfect tagline for that place! 😂😂😂

[@hamsterdiving7593]

😅😅😅

[@lexishendrix1145]

Here where I live, 30 miles south of Atlanta they have Sun City Peachtree, it reminds me of this. I do deliveries and can confirm that the residents have a lot of parties lol!

[@thefugitivefan]

There is NOTHING wrong at all with having a retirement community like "The Villages". What is wrong with a low crime, well manicured, clean and organized community which encourages and offers older citizens to remain active and live out their lives in a decent place? Most of the criticism is from people who envy and are jealous of those that can live this lifestyle. Remember, this is not imposed on anyone, they move to "The Villages" by choice and the thousands that do live there cannot all be wrong. A lot of cities and states in the US could learn a lot from a community like "The Villages".

[@really5448]

I agree I would love to move there except I like the beach. The no kids is a huge draw for me. I’m not in retirement age yet but I would still like to move there. Again if it was close to the beach.

[@thefugitivefan]

@@really5448 Totally agree, the no kids thing would be great! I love the beach as well, but due to fact you are not that far from a beach, it would be a nice trade off.

[@molloarden8938]

Very true. This video is replete with condescension and smugness, saying more about the disposition of the presenter than the Villages.

[@benw8669]

I wonder if they’re cool with Black people moving there?

[@broookehunter]

Thousands of people can definitely all be wrong.

[@mrhappy623]

I have family friends who live there, it's really neat. There are different sections with distinct architectural styles which I love.

[@woodbearq2719]

I moved to The Villages from NY in 2021. I wish I made the move 10 years sooner. Best place in the world to live your final chapter in life. FYI, you do not have to be 55 to buy a home. As long as 80% of the homeowners are 55+, anyone can buy here!

[@henryjohn972]

Good for you!!!

[@DjD5]

Creepy….gives me “The Truman Show” vibe for senior citizens!

[@boofert.washington2499]

I'll bet that place has almost zero property crime.

[@wdh47211]

My brother is a doctor GP in The Villages and treats more cases of STDs than anything else. Those people are sleeping around like crazy up there. I don't care or think there's anything wrong with it but use protection

[@patrickbenjamin3298]

I just moved to Florida. Not to the villages but near. Driving near their grocery stores or target and you’ll see different colored pineapple 🍍 and shower puffs on their cars. It’s all codes for the kind of swinging they’re in to apparently…. that’s what I was told anyway.

[@monicadomingos4161]

😳😳

[@notverynotoriousg5674]

@@patrickbenjamin3298 yup, pineapples are used as symbols for swingers everywhere, not just the Villages. Color code goes from pink, blue, yellow, black depending on how open you are, teal is bisexual, purple is voyeurism, white is novice. Now you know you can't wash that out of your mind with a scrubbie.

[@patrickbenjamin3298]

@@notverynotoriousg5674 thanks…. I already lost my love for cute pineapple. Now if I buy a scrubbie I’ll be wondering if the cashier knows about the code. I guess it’s self checkout only on replace the shower scrub trips lol

[@mariapierce2707]

@@monicadomingos4161 😳😳

[@foreignparticle1320]

Looks like a great place - where people can feel safe and have an actual sense of community with others who have common culture and interests. And no one can accuse them of gentrification.

[@kwamebushman606]

How can you accuse anyone of gentrification when you don't let none whites there? OR did you mean segregation? 🤣🤣 Trash through and through, trash

[@chrisgenovese8188]

Jeezus, there is something so sinister about this place. Creepy.

[@karenhackney9920]

🎶🎵 The Villages, Floridas syphillis outbreak...🎶🎵 😂 Seriously, that was a really good interview. I also tell people to rent first before buying. Really make sure this is the state or even city for you.

[@brianfotag7998]

I have not met a person that has moved to the villages that doesn’t like it here. It’s an active adult, safe, clean community where you can be busy all day or stay home and garden or lounge in your pool while enjoying the semi tropical environment. Newer homes tend to be slightly younger and slightly more diverse than the older established areas. It is not unusual to see 40 and young 50 year olds living here.

[@rmrobertmcgillivray]

and i dont wanna pay for there social security! these poeple are rich enough to not need it any way!

[@hurryandleave9680]

@@rmrobertmcgillivray They had to pay into it, so it's theirs, not yours.

[@ziggysmom5646]

Woah, you can be 40 something and live there?

[@jamesinkeys]

Florida state law, 20% population of The Villages, can legally live and purchase a home, in T.V.. Kids over nineteen, can live with parents, or grandparents T.V. home...

[@carpetbaggerface]

wall to wall golf! It’s my worst nightmare

[@charleskra]

The idea of the squares is brilliant. A gathering place where you can meet others, socialize, and have fun. There is nothing sadder than isolated retirees in traditional suburbs.

[@gregcampvideos]

Nick, you are overlooking the liberal dream of a community of electric vehicles in golf cart form, which ruins one stereo type of conservatives.

[@mrstephenlapage]

I live about 20 minutes from the Villages its pretty crazy but they are always selling high end stuff because people are constantly upgrading and basically giving away new appliances and electronics

[@roselee4445]

I'd think some are kicking the proverbial bucket.

[@birbluv9595]

It’s a community for the very well off, or the rich.

[@5541james]

When I lived in Phoenix for a year I ran into this place called Sun City AZ. It’s just like this and the streets are full of golf carts but it didn’t seem as nice as this place. It was nice but this community looks more polished. Love your channel !

[@Clutching.My.Pearls]

In Sun City is a bit old and dated. We visited friends years ago, who since moved, and it was a utopian area I believe started by Del Webb.

[@patrickstockton2091]

Yuma is a good place 2...

[@dibari22]

I'm in my early 40s and had some family move down there 2 years ago. I had never heard of it before then, and have been to visit twice and can't wait to visit again, and plan on moving there as soon as possible too. The people are all nice and everything is clean. It's a small slice of nostalgic Americana circa 1950- and many people like that- which isn't surprising, since people who are eligible to retire down there are from the era. Although they say it's a 55+ community, 20% of properties can be sold to people under 55. The only "real" restriction is that nobody under 19 is supposed to live there.

[@richiehunt5097]

My parents lived there for 7 years until my mom passed away. It's not what the media likes to propagandize it to be. For example, I had heard about the high STD rate and heard it scare away retired couples from ever coming to The Villages. But I never saw any sign of that. You'd have your sex crazed person, here and there. But for the overwhelming most part it was married, retired couples in a monogamous relationship that had grandkids. It was really about the convenience of the area. If you didn't want to socialize, you didn't have to and you could live that quite, private life. But if you had to go to the doctor's office, you could just drive your golf cart to the office. Then if you wanted top play golf afterward, just drive your cart to the course and play golf. And if you wanted lunch after golf...take your cart to the local restaurant. Then you can come home, go to the pool, take a nap, eat dinner and call it a day. As far as the politics, it is largely Republican, but I didn't find it to be crazy. People weren't shoving it down your throat and when you see arguments that go viral it's usually a liberal trying to goad people. It's certainly a 'bubble' and was often referred as that by my parents and their friends. But that's because most everything you could want was there. I lived in Atlanta and that was like being in a bubble, but the difference was that I was forced into the bubble and couldn't get out because of the traffic. At The Villages it's more about not wanting to get out because not much nearby offers anything else, even Orlando. And they have shuttle buses that will take Villages residents to places in Orlando or even places in Tampa for things like ball games, concerts, etc. Again, it's a convenience thing. I will say I did hear some complaints about the area from even died-in-the-wool conservatives. For starters, it's expanded so much and they didn't really keep up the amount of golf courses and downtown areas to keep up with the expansion. If you moved there pre-2014 it's far more crowded and more of a hassle now. There was some pretty rampant burglaries going on there with people posing as electricians, movers, etc. and robbing peoples' homes. And with all of the drinking there, it can lead to some bad confrontations. But overall there's a lot of appeal to the area and it's generally filled with good people just trying ot enjoy their twilight years.

[@kathrynbaker8215]

A family friend moved there and said it was like high school, many clicks. So, like high school, some enjoy it, some don’t.

[@RosieThecarlady]

I will be there for sure, what's wrong to have a community that support each other, have fun in our latest years, love it

[@jrzygurl]

Cuz they’re all republicans and the entire community is white,,,, not that thats a bad thing but a community of all one thing is a hard pass for me,,,, but you enjoy!!!,,, my sister lives there and she luvs it

[@larryn1929]

How terrible! Lots of stuff for retired people to do besides wasting away on the couch watching the tube.

[@melanie.3837]

Thank you for this video. It shows the pros and cons to living this way, As the first person you interviewed stated, in addition to remaining engaged and active, "you feel the support here" which is important for people as they age, lose their significant other, and may not have extended family around. Nick, I wonder whether there are 55+ communities like this that are a bit more moderate in their political viewpoints? A 55+ community that has more of a mix of liberals, conversatives, and moderates?

[@jeromeburdine966]

Move to California. My liberal elderly relatives love it!!!

[@melanie.3837]

@@jeromeburdine966 What area? Unfortunately, many part of California area areas I cannot afford.

[@fendermon]

Imagine the hell that would break loose if a dandelion showed up in someone's yard. People would come running, with spray bottles, from all directions to snuff it out.

[@noreenn6976]

@federmon ROFL

[@fendermon]

@@managainstmachine3395 Thanks

[@hairdresser1300]

maybe not quite running

[@dekaywill4572]

Imagine all the millennials get a job, move out of mom's basement, and quit whining about all the boomers.

[@fendermon]

@@dekaywill4572 I'm a boomer with a house and a job. Does my vote count?