55+ Active Communities
Lakeway
Tuscan Village
Overview
Tuscan Village is a resort-style, active adult community in Lakeway, Texas. This Italian-inspired neighborhood caters to both socially minded and physically active residents looking for low-maintenance living. Tuscan Village offers its residents a beautiful clubhouse with both indoor and outdoor amenities.
Many retirees are lured to Tuscan Village because of the newly constructed homes that offer modern floor plans and finishes favored by today's active adults. There are a variety of housing options with nearly 200 villas and townhomes available. With maintenance out of the way, residents have more time to meet new neighbors and make lifelong friends who share the same interests and hobbies.
Tuscan Village Amenities
Tuscan Village features many amenities to keep its residents happy, healthy and busy. The 9,000 square-foot clubhouse is the hub for all social and physical activities. Staying in shape is made easy with the state-of-the-art fitness center, aerobics and yoga studio, and an indoor pool. The clubhouse also includes social rooms and a multi-purpose room. Outside, residents can enjoy the stunning landscape while taking a stroll on the walking and biking trails. The two-acre Central Park is the perfect place to bring your dog or enjoy a game of pickleball or bocce ball with friends and neighbors.
Residents of Tuscan Village also have an on-site 11,000 square-foot public library. Here, one can partake in book discussions, listen to guest speakers or simply relax with a good novel.
Tuscan Village Homes & Real Estate
Legend Communities began construction of Tuscan Village in 2012 with plans to build 196 homes. Homebuyers can choose from both townhomes and villas. There are five townhome floor plans that range in size from 1,294 to 1,790 square feet. Townhomes feature two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a one or two-car garage. Most townhomes also offer a den and an outdoor patio.
For those looking for a little more living space the villas are the perfect option. There are 13 villa floor plans offered that range in size from 1,663 to 3,219 square feet. Villas feature two to four bedrooms, two to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and a two-car garage. Most homes also feature a den and an outdoor patio.
Each home is thoughtfully designed with beautiful stone and stucco exteriors. Homeowners can choose from eleven designer paint color choices, seven lighting packages, and 13 stain color options for cabinets. Each new home will have a beautiful foyer, handicap accessible doorways throughout, and ceiling fans in the great room, master bedroom and one interior location of the buyer's choice.
The monthly homeowners association fee allows residents to live in a resort-style setting with low-maintenance homes. The fee covers landscaping, road repair and maintenance, exterior pest control, clubhouse and amenities maintenance, concierge services, and a social membership to Rough Hollow Yacht Club.
Tuscan Village Lifestyle
Tuscan Village offers daily activities and a multitude of diverse events geared towards forming friendships between neighbors and enhancing the community spirit. Residents can join in a yoga class, relax with a book or play cards with neighbors. There are also several groups to join that range from bocce ball to the memoir-writing group. Whatever your hobbies or interests are, there is something for everyone at Tuscan Village.
Area
Tuscan Village is located in Lakeway, Texas in beautiful Travis County. There are restaurants, shopping centers, daily conveniences and entertainment nearby. Residents can satisfy their appetite at Hudson's on the Bend, Fore, Rocco's Grill, and The Grille at Rough Hollow. For amusement there is Bark Park, Lakeway Airpark, Hamilton Greenbelt, Lakeway Aquatics Therapy and Wellness Center, and Lakeway Activity Center.
Residents can shop at Hill Country Galleria, Whole Foods and other grocers, pharmacies and countless retailers. The newly opened Lakeway Regional Medical Center is also located nearby. The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is just 25 miles away in Austin, which also offers all of the attractions and conveniences of a thriving urban center. The attractive neighborhood setting and ideal location makes Tuscan Village an ideal active adult community in Lakeway, Texas.
Georgetown
Sun City Texas
Overview
Sun City Texas by Del Webb is an oasis of finely crafted amenities and elegant homes carved into the Texas hill country. This 55+ community offers all the charm of small-town living, yet is just a short drive from the excitement and culture of Austin. The beautifully manicured community sprawls across 5,300 acres providing a majestic setting for the 9,900 homes and three 18-hole golf courses. Sun City Texas is the largest active adult community in Texas. It is situated 35 miles north of Austin in Georgetown, Texas.
Del Webb started construction in 1995. Since it opened, retirees have flocked there to enjoy a lifestyle that most people can only dream about. Beautiful weather, low cost of living, and a vibrant social and culture scene make the Austin area one of the top retirement destinations in the country. Even with everything the surrounding region has to offer, most residents remark that a world of endless fun can be found without ever having to leave the community.
Sun City Texas Amenities
At Sun City Texas there is a rich assortment of amenities, activities and clubs to suit almost any lifestyle. The Village Center at Sun City is the central hub for all community social and fitness activity. Several recreation and activity complexes combine for more than 86,000 square feet of indoor amenities. The Social and Activities Centers are home to meeting rooms, a grand ballroom with a dance floor and stage, computer lab, billiards hall, and library.
There are also several multi-purpose hobby and craft studios devoted to sewing, art, stained glass, fine china and jewelry-making. The 20,000 square-foot fitness center boasts a state-of-the-art workout facility featuring the latest high end cardiovascular and weight-training equipment and an indoor walking track. Several aerobics and dance studios promote fun exercise classes such as yoga, Pilates, and aerobics. Additionally, there is an indoor lap pool and spa.
Residents can also enjoy the the new Cowen Creek Amenity Center. Boasting a two-story fitness center, the Cowen Creek Amenity Center also features an indoor lap pool, walking track, and an aerobics studio. For community gatherings, the Cowen Creek Amenity Center also offers several multi-purpose rooms, a catering kitchen, and a golf pro shop for all your golfing needs. Outdoors, residents will find two outdoor pools, an elegant patio, and an outdoor amphitheater for enjoying a show.
There are also other great amenities such as a 4,000 square-foot woodshop and the Veterans Memorial Plaza, which is an 82-foot limestone wall containing 2,700 engraved bricks commemorating servicemen from across the country.
Sport and fitness enthusiasts will cherish the abundance of outdoor amenities in this active adult community. The 5,000 square-foot Legacy Hills Pavilion is an open-air facility overlooking Berry Creek Lake. The pavilion plays host to many neighborhood gatherings and parties. A nine-mile network of walking and biking trails surround the lake and wind through nature preserves and natural wooded areas. There are also numerous tennis, pickleball and bocce ball courts, a softball field, gardening plots, and a dog park.
There are three championship 18-hole golf courses in this active adult community. Legacy Hills, designed by PGA Hall of Famer Billy Casper and architect Greg Nash, is ranked among the best golf courses in Texas. Additionally, golfers can enjoy the fun and challenging White Wing course or the recently opened Cowan Creek course. Each of the golf courses offer a unique set of challenges and characteristics that are sure to entertain both experts and weekend novices.
Sun City Texas Homes & Real Estate
There is a broad mix of both new and resale homes for sale in this community. A variety of housing styles and prices are available that match the preferences and budgets of almost any buyer. Del Webb started building this community in 1995 and construction is still underway. Throughout the past several years, Del Webb has offered several dozen floor plans. Homebuyers can select from single-family and attached duplex homes that range from 940 to over 3,000 square feet. Whether you prefer a highly upgraded luxury home with a golf course view or an inexpensive villa, the choices are endless.
Most homes include two or three bedrooms, two baths and a two-car garage. Larger homes offer a den or extra bedrooms and three-car garages. Included features and available upgrades range from very basic to highly upgraded homes with gourmet kitchens, spa-like bathrooms, and custom outdoor living space.
Sun City Texas Lifestyle
Residents boast that the lifestyle is as big as the state. Regardless of your passions, you are sure to find other like-minded residents who share your interests. There are dozens of clubs and interest groups including card clubs, tennis, woodworking, arts and crafts, stained glass, pickleball, photography, bocce ball, and much more. Plus, a community activities director and fitness instructor are continually supplying an exciting lineup of fun activities, events, and social outings. Residents can choose from activities ranging from water aerobics and golf tournaments to neighborhood parties and bus trips to Austin. Additionally, Senior University, which has a partnership with Georgetown's Southwestern University, offers continuing education classes to residents.
Area
The homes and lifestyle in this 55+ community are truly magnificent, but the surrounding area is as much of an attraction as the community itself. There is an abundant array of shopping and dining outlets within minutes of the community. Nearby, Southwestern University Performing Arts and The Palace Theater on the Square are great entertainment venues. Lake Georgetown, which offers great boating and fishing, is only three miles away. Plus, the sights and sounds of Austin, Texas are only 30 minutes to the south. The city is renowned for its great shopping, vibrant nightlife, and top-notch culture and entertainment spots.
Homeowners will be happy to know if there is ever an emergency, there is a fire station with an ambulance within the community. There is also a church within Sun City as well. This 55+ hot spot offers so much within the community itself, however if residents feel the need to venture outside, there is an abundance of shopping, dining, and recreational activities nearby. This is an ideal active adult community in Georgetown, Texas that features an array of housing options, a prime location, and world-class amenities.
Heritage Oaks
Overview
Heritage Oaks is an exclusive, yet friendly active adult community located in Georgetown, Texas. Homes in this 55 and over resort-style community sit on beautiful, intimate wooded lots and are custom built by Jimmy Jacobs. This community is perfect for those who like to be different, as no two homes are exactly the same. Although Heritage Oaks is a quiet community, it is still conveniently located next to everyday shopping.
Heritage Oaks Amenities
All residents at Heritage Oaks have access to a state-of-the-art amenities center. Residents can exercise at any hour in the 24-hour fitness center complete with weight machines and cardio equipment. A grand ballroom provides ample space for social activities and is also available for rent for private events. A hobby and billiards room are on hand for all to enjoy. The library is the perfect space for some rest and relaxation over a favorite book. There is even a catering kitchen for enjoying a meal with friends.
Outdoors, Heritage Oaks has a wrap around porch and barbecue area for club get-togethers and dining with friends and neighbors. Residents can also enjoy the serene beauty of the scenic pond, greeting them as they arrive home. Walking and biking trails allows homeowners to fully enjoy their beautiful community.
Heritage Oaks Homes & Real Estate
Construction at Heritage Oaks has a total of 417 homes. All homes are single-family style and range in sizes from 1,427 to 2,557 square feet, containing mostly two or three bedrooms, two to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and an attached two or two-and-a-half car garage. Houses are available on a resale basis. Buyers at Heritage Oaks can choose from 15 different floor plans.
Some of the signature features of homes within Heritage Oaks include all-sides masonry, mahogany entry doors, aluminum double-pane windows, two-car front entry garage, granite kitchen countertops with ceramic back splashes, cultured marble countertops and back splashes in bathrooms, as well as desirable Jenn-Air appliances and automatic sprinkler systems.
Heritage Oaks Lifestyle
This 55+ community offers the utmost in style for active adult living. The lots are especially designed to provide an exclusive, yet friendly environment. A part-time activities director is available and the clubhouse offers yoga, exercise, art, billiards, and cooking classes. In addition, residents can start or join informal neighborhood groups. Some of the clubs and events held are the needle and thread group, bunko, coffee hour, and happy hour. Residents at Heritage Oak can also participate in weekly activities such as bridge, Mah Jongg, golf, pinochle, canasta, line dancing, and poker.
A multitude of events and social gatherings are published in the Heritage Oaks newsletter, "In a Nutshell". The newsletter informs residents of social events like holiday socials, pizza parties, single events, golf challenges, arts and crafts fair meetings, barbecues, road trips, and more. However you enjoy spending your time, whether it's for physical or social fulfillment, Heritage Oaks can provide.
Area
Heritage Oaks in Georgetown, Texas is located near shopping, entertainment, first-class golf courses, and reputable medical facilities. Georgetown is approximately 30 minutes from downtown Austin, Texas and the Bergstrom International Airport. Austin offers many opportunities for casual and fine dining, nightlife, arts and culture. Residents are close to Home Depot, Target, Best Buy, Kohls, Wal-Mart and much more. Some of the noteworthy attractions are Austin Town Lake, Lake Austin, Lake Travis, Mount Bonnell, Zilker Botanical Gardens and Zilker Park, the Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum, and the Highland Lakes. With world-class amenities, unique homes, and a prime location, Heritage Oaks is an ideal active adult community in Central Texas.
Gardens at Verde Vista
Overview
Gardens at Verde Vista is a new active lifestyle community that will consist of 34 acres of hill country in historic Georgetown, Texas. This close-knit and tranquil community will host just 149 low-maintenance single-family homes, making it easy for residents to mingle and build lifelong friendships. Gardens at Verde Vista will also provide well-appointed amenities centered around a clubhouse and walking trail.
Gardens at Verde Vista Amenities
The planned clubhouse in this community will be a private 3,000 square-foot clubhouse that will house many of the amenities. Residents will be able to gather for social functions like group meetings, card games, and BBQs on the patio. Plans also include a half-mile walking trail that will ring the neighborhood and provide residents an opportunity for exercise and outdoor recreation.
Gardens at Verde Vista Homes & Real Estate
Built by Central Texas-based builder Spicewood Communities, Gardens at Verde Vista will have eight distinct single-family plans ranging from 1,600 to 2,806 square feet with two or three bedrooms, two or three-and-a-half bathrooms, and attached two-car garages. All homes are single story with high ceilings and the option to customize with a second-floor loft.
There are five floor plans available in the Garden series. Three spacious floor plans are featured in the Villas series, each with their own attached casita complete with a full guest bath and separate entrance, perfect for welcoming family or guests staying a few days. Both the Regis and the Medici models in the Villas series also have tandem garages, offering additional storage space.
Gardens at Verde Vista Lifestyle
Enjoy focusing on the outdoor activities that you love, knowing that lawn care will be taken care of by the homeowners' association. Take a stroll on the community's walking trails or meet neighbors for grilling and outdoor games. Take time to enjoy the scenic environment and the wonderful climate Central Texas has to offer.
Area
Located in picturesque and historic Georgetown, Texas, residents enjoy easy access to daily conveniences and exciting nearby attractions. Grocery stores, banks, and other shopping is as close as a half-mile away. A preservation and restoration effort was undertaken during the 1970's to bring downtown Georgetown back to its former glory and now it has become a gathering place for residents hosting public events and festivals. Gardens at Verde Vista is conveniently located near I-35 and the city of Austin, world famous for its arts and music festivals, is a short 30-mile drive to the south. Austin is also home to the University of Texas and its successful sports teams as well as some of the best restaurants and shopping in the region.
For those traveling farther distances, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is about an hour's drive away. With great amenities and quality homes in one of the most desirable areas in Texas, it is easy to see why the Gardens at Verde Vista will be an ideal destination for homebuyers in the Austin area.