The Villages of Alhambra and Santiago form a small neighborhood within the much larger, master-planned community of The Villages in southwest Florida. This gated 55+ neighborhood is situated in the northern central section of the main community bringing its residents many advantages. Their golf homes are close to a variety of recreational amenities and daily necessities that allow residents to live a private and quiet lifestyle, or a busy active one. Many residents never feel the need to venture outside of the self-sufficient Villages community.

Golf homes at Alhambra and Santiago are mostly designer houses with either split or non-split floor plans. Most of the golf properties have layouts of with two to three-bedroom and the same number of bathrooms. Although there are other villages offering larger overall living areas than those available at Alhambra and Santiago, for a little over $200,000, prospective golf homebuyers can purchase a stylish golf villa with a luxurious interior design and Florida-friendly landscaping.

If a buyer is looking to purchase a larger golf home that is directly located on the golf course, then there are re-sale golf houses available from around $500,000 that could be their dream retirement home. Many homes have many recently updated and wonderful features including, updated tiling and carpeting, remodeled kitchens and countertop designs, large double-pane windows, spacious driveways, oversized parking garages for both cars and golf carts, gorgeous cabinetry, and even fitted stainless steel appliances.

In The Villages of Alhambra and Santiago, residents discover great food and good fun around every turn. The Glenview Champions Golf and Country Club offers a remarkable fine dining experience for all, plus the panoramic views of the golf course and some of the best sunsets in The Villages community.

Just across El Camino Real, the beautiful Savannah Center is the place for big-name entertainment: Broadway shows, symphony orchestras, live performances, and much more. The El Santiago Recreation Center is also close by and is a great place for those with active lifestyles, where they can play bocce, shuffleboard, pickleball, and tennis. And no one should miss out on the two executive golf courses nearby - El Santiago and El Diablo - which are great layouts to play. But beware, as their names imply, one is a bit more challenging than the other. The swimming pool at El Diablo is the perfect spot to meet new friends and enjoy the warm Florida sunshine or cool off after a tough round.

Like everything in The Villages, the Spanish Springs Town Square – the oldest square in The Villages and a community landmark – is easily accessible by golf cart. Here residents of the Villages of Alhambra and Santiago can shop at La Plaza Grande Shopping Center and Rolling Acres Plaza, as well as dine at several great restaurants. At night there are several popular bars open well into the evening together with free live music and entertainment.

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