The Good Life
in The Villages
56 golf courses, live music nightly, waterfront dining, and over 3,500 clubs to join across 3 counties. Your complete guide to everything that makes The Villages, Florida — with 100+ recreation centers — one of the most vibrant 55+ communities in the country, curated by Lili Whittington, your trusted local real estate expert.
What Makes The Villages
Special
More than a retirement community, The Villages is a lifestyle. Curated by Lili Whittington — with 20+ years of real estate experience and 450+ homes sold — this guide covers the cornerstones of daily life in Central Florida's most active adult community.
56 Golf Courses
From 42 free executive courses to championship layouts, The Villages is a golfer's paradise with a course for every skill level.
Live Music Nightly
Three town squares come alive every evening with live bands, dancing, and the kind of community spirit you have to experience to believe.
3,500+ Clubs
From pickleball and bocce ball to book clubs and ceramics, there are over 3,500 resident-led clubs and activities to join.
Diverse Dining
Country club restaurants, waterfront bistros, casual diners, and everything in between across the community's three town squares.
56 Courses.
42 Free to Play.
The Villages offers more golf per capita than almost anywhere in the world. Executive courses are included with residency, and championship courses are available at member rates. Whether you're a scratch golfer or picking up a club for the first time, there's a tee time waiting for you.
Full Golf Guide
Every Night Is
a Night Out
Three town squares, each with its own personality, host live music and entertainment every single night of the year. From Spanish Springs to Lake Sumter Landing to Brownwood Paddock Square, you'll find dancing, bands, festivals, and neighbors who become friends.
Entertainment Guide
Why Choose Lili Whittington as Your Villages FL Realtor?
With more than 20 years of residential real estate experience and over 450 homes sold, Lili Whittington brings deep local knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and a personalized approach to every transaction. As a licensed Broker Associate with Soundings LLC (Florida License #BK3090328), she serves clients throughout The Villages, Marion, Sumter, and Lake counties.
How can a bilingual realtor help your move to Central Florida? Lili is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to assist local, national, and international clients with relocation, luxury homes, retirement living, and seller representation.
Learn More About LiliWhat Clients Say
"Lili made our move to The Villages stress-free and we couldn't be happier. Her knowledge of the community is unmatched, and she found us the perfect home near our favorite golf course."
"As international buyers, we needed someone who understood both the local market and the complexity of relocating from abroad. Lili's bilingual skills and CIPS certification made all the difference."
"We were selling our home in The Villages and Lili's marketing strategy got us multiple offers above asking price. Her professionalism and attention to detail are outstanding."
From the Blog
The True Cost of Living in The Villages
Housing, HOA fees, property taxes, insurance, utilities, golf, dining, healthcare and more. A complete breakdown of every expense.
Your First Week in The Villages
Moving to a new community can feel overwhelming. Here's a simple day-by-day guide to settling in and discovering what The Villages has to offer.
The Complete Beginner's Guide to Executive Golf
No handicap? No problem. Here's everything you need to know about The Villages' free executive golf courses and how to start playing.
Ready to Make
The Villages Home?
Whether you're exploring the lifestyle, planning a visit, or ready to buy or sell, Lili Whittington has the local expertise and market knowledge to guide you every step of the way. Serving The Villages, Marion, Sumter, and Lake counties with 20+ years of experience and 450+ homes sold.