In the heart of The Villages, 'The Sweet Caroline' offers a luxurious retreat. Enjoy a gas-powered 4-seater golf cart ride to Town Square with live music and 2-for-1 drinks, or stroll along tree-lined paths. This beautifully decorated home features an oversize Florida Room for dining, TVs in every room, and high-speed WiFi.
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9.89.8 out of 10
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft
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Parking available
Dryer
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Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Designer FLAIR, 3 min to POOL+ Town Square, 75" TV, Golf Cart, LG 3/2 + BONUS Rm
You'll LOVE being n the HEART of the VILLAGES... Designer Home sleeps 6 adults IN 3 BEDROOMS and 2 grandkids IN THE BONUS ROOM ...and in luxury! Granite counter tops, rich hardwood floors and high end decorator furnishings to provide an exciting and memorable stay.
+ LARGE 3/2 + BONUS Rm + Golf Cart, gas 4 seater + You'll LOVE access to Town Center food & activities + Oversize Florida Screen Room, with dining + Living Room with the 75" TV - relax and enjoy + TV's in all bedrooms, Living Rm & Bonus Rm + Desk and High Speed WIFI + Laundry Room with Large Washer and Dryer
This is the ultimate for family fun. Let the younger grandkids enjoy the rocking horse, the bunk beds and their own TV in the bonus room while you luxuriate in the oversize living room with the 75" TV. Or go to the family pool for a swim with kids of all ages, with it's adjacent Club House with 6 pool tables. Great for the older grandkids and for extra fun for the whole family!
Walk or cart down to Town Square with live music and 2 for 1 drinks, and the Lake and Boardwalk for strolling or jogging!!! 56 Golf Courses, the most holes in the world, featuring Arnold Palmer and Nancy Lopez Courses.
LAKE SUMTER LANDING Town SQUARE... Restaurants... Entertainment...Movies... Live Music and Happy Hour.
PLUS... 100 RECREATION CENTERS - 110 pools and billiards, tennis, 240 pickle ball courts, shuffle board, horse shoes, bocce ball, petanque, polo fields, baseball fields, basketball courts, croquet fields - and the equipment for all the sports.
Or take the golf cart to the various golf courses. Beautifully decorated, ideally situated in Village of Caroline, considered to be the most ideal area of the Villages ... within one-half mile of Sumter Landing Town Square and close to shopping, restaurants, golf and activities.
Nestled near the Mallory Hill Golf Course, Caroline Pool Complex, our location is ideal for all amenities ... Golf, access to all the facilities, entertainment every night in the town squares, .
This home has been lovingly upgraded to a high standard with all tile bathrooms and kitchen. The interior rooms and Florida Room are filled with light and give you a perfect place to entertain or wind down and relax. This is an elegant home with every amenity, giving you luxury and comfort to enjoy.
We named our home The Sweet Caroline because of it’s elegant décor and charm in the heart of The Villages, just a stroll from The Town Square Shops and even a Grocery Store for everyday needs.
And don’t forget that the golf is free on any of the more than 32 Executive Golf Courses! Or pay a small premium and play one of the 12 Country Club Championship Courses such as The Arnold Palmer or Nancy Lopez Course when you elect to pay for a Resident ID Card.
RESTAURANTS AND COUNTRY CLUB EATING -
There are great restaurants around the area. Try any of the Country Clubs that often have music or entertainment as well. One of our favorites is Cane GardenCountry Club that boasts special different menus each night, and the best breakfast special in The Villages.
We also enjoy going to the Town Square where a dozen or so restaurants are located, many with outdoor eating. You’ll be spoiled for choice! Our favorite is Red Sauce, but try them all.
And most of all we love going to the Town Squares from 5-9pm for the free entertainment and dancing on the Square. They serve 2 for 1 beer and wine at 5 to 6pm each night and supply chairs for you to enjoy the music!
The Square is easily accessible by foot or golf cart! It’s amazing to see so many golf carts which people use instead of their car. It’s a fun way to take advantage of Florida’s wonderful warm weather. If you want to eat in, there is a market conveniently located on the corner of Caroline, so you will never run out of essentials.
QUIET, CHARMING & CONVENIENT -
The home is on a quiet Loop, just off Morse adjacent to Lake Sumter Landing Town Square. In the Master Bedroom there is a King Size Bed for 2, a second bedroom with a Queen for 2, a bonus room with youth bunks for the grandkids. All linens are supplied.
You’ll have cookware and china in the kitchen and dining areas, and all linens and towels freshly laundered for your use.
If you are considering exploring the area, you can rent a car and take in the Disney attractions about an hour away, and all that Orlando has to offer. Or travel further afield and take in the renowned Florida beaches.
AIRPORT TRANSPORT OPTION / EARLY CHECK-IN -
You might want to take advantage of The Villages Transport that will pick up up at the Orlando Airport for a fee and deliver you back again at the end of your stay. Many visitors to the Villages feel that there is really no need for a car, as your golf cart can take you most places.
Check in is normally 3 pm, and check out 10 AM. However early check in can be accommodated if the home is available before 3pm.
We'll try to do all we can to make your stay enjoyable. We’re world travelers ourselves, and know how nice it is to have friendly, helpful landlords, even on short term stays. We’ve made the home nice for ourselves and our guests, and hope you will enjoy every minute of it. We look forward to receiving your enquiry. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION... RIGHT in the HEART OF THE VILLAGES
Our recent visitors suggested that we stress how nice it is to stroll or jog or bike along the tree lined golf cart paths. It's truly beautiful with it's Old Florida Oaks, moss, and foliage. And don’t forget the activities! As a renter you can partake of the 3000 clubs – yes 3000 – covering every imaginable interest, sport or art! People are friendly and are use to newcomers popping in for a Club activity. There is a weekly ‘Rec News’ available at all the Rec Centers on Thursday with the weekly activities listed. Pick it up at any rec center.
If the 3000 FREE Clubs and FREE golf aren’t enough, you can join a short term class at The Learning Center in the Villages for a small fee.
3 EXTRA BENEFITS OUR GUESTS ENJOY!!! -
1. LOCATION - heart of the gorgeous Villages - walk or take a cart ride to restaurants galore, or shop 'til you drop in the Town Square. Or jump on your cart for a ride to the Country Club for lunch, dinner or GOLF
2. GAS GOLF CART - 4 SEATER. That’s a thrill for our family – everyone from 1 to 100 has enjoyed it immensely.
3. LUXURY DECOR - relax and soak up the elegance! It’s your vacation – make it memorable.
WHAT WE LIKE MOST ABOUT OUR VILLAGES HOME -
We fell in love with this property because if it's Location and Charm.
Not noisy, yet in the heart of everything, with everything walkable. We especially love the proximity to Lake Sumter Landing Town Square with all it’s amenities – less than 2% of Village home have that luxury!
We also love Screened Outdoor Patio, with it vaulted roof and the Bonus Room, which can be divided from the Living Room by French Doors, giving it seclusion. The comfy sofa in the there gives a retreat to watch TV or curl up with a book while others go about their activities. The Florida Room is a great place for breakfast, or a glass of wine in the evening, soaking up the great Florida weather!
WHAT VISITORS COMMENT ON ...
1. One visitor said: “What amazing décor. Nothing has been overlooked.”
2. Another visitor suggested we emphasize that our location in the Villages is really walking distance to everything. Other homes she looked at advertised themselves to be '10 minutes' from the heart of the Villages, but they were actually a 10 minute drive, whereas ours is actually WALKING DISTANCE to the Town Square.
WHAT TO DO AND SEE NEARBY:
Here are the 20 most popular visitor activities, many of which you can walk to from the house, and all are a golf cart away.
1. Try one of the 32 executive golf courses, all 9-hole layouts. FREE (i.e., no green fees) and you can walk the courses free as well; a small fee is charged for riding a cart on the courses.
2. Choose from 32 (and more coming) Recreation Centers offering various facilities such as pools, bocce, horseshoe, shuffleboard courts, billiards, croquet, meeting rooms for activities etc.
3. Take the grandchildren to one of the Family Pools, or go off to the adult pool for water aerobics or water volleyball, of just soak up the sun!
4. Enjoy a wide variety of entertainers 365 days a year. Every night from 5 – 9 you can enjoy FREE live entertainment in the gazebos at all three town squares.
5. The Villages Polo Stadium, not only for polo, but parades, and seasonal events.
6. 10 country club championship golf courses, including notable course architects of Arnold Palmer and Nancy Lopez. Each country club offers a wide array of food.
7. 1,000's activities... games, hobbies or activities to choose from.
8. 3000 Clubs of every interest. If you can’t find an interest field you can start one!
9. Enjoy Lake Sumter Landing’s colorful waterfront setting. It reminds people of the quaint seaside villages they visited during their childhood.
10. The Lighthouse on Lake Sumter has become a landmark for fish lunches and dinners. Enjoy food, fun and FREE nightly entertainment all year long!
11. A popular activity is to watch the Amazing Sunset across the water at Lake Sumter, from your golf cart, just north of the Lighthouse. Bring a picnic or a bottle of wine to share.
12. Catch a film at one of the three town squares that feature modern, multi-screen movie theaters.
13. Staying healthy is easy ... fitness centers, fitness trails and health care facilities are just a golf car ride away.
RELIABLE LANDLORDS -
We'll try to do all we can to make your stay enjoyable. We’re world travelers ourselves, and know how nice it is to have friendly, helpful landlords, even on short term stays. We’ve made the home nice for ourselves and our guests, and hope you will enjoy every minute of it. Please feel free to call us with any questions you might have.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Golf
Optional golf privileges
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 1,800 square feet
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Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Special check-in instructions
The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
The Villages, FL
What's nearby
The Villages Market Square - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Cane Garden Country Club - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
Spanish Springs Town Square - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
Water Oak Country Club Estates - 9 min drive - 4.1 miles
Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 13 min drive - 7.8 miles
Getting around
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Cody's Original Roadhouse - 3 min drive
City Fire - 3 min drive
RJ Gator's Florida Sea Grill & Bar - 3 min drive
Panera Bread - 2 min drive
Chop House - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Designer FLAIR, 3 min to POOL+ Town Square, 75" TV, Golf Cart, LG 3/2 + BONUS Rm pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
Where is Designer FLAIR, 3 min to POOL+ Town Square, 75" TV, Golf Cart, LG 3/2 + BONUS Rm located?
Located in Caroline, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from The Villages Market Square and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Cane Garden Country Club. Spanish Springs Town Square and Spanish Springs Lanes are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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