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Our Village Gem-5 Star- Elegant & Comfortable- Very Close to Sumter Squ.

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2 Seater Yamaha Gas Cart for your enjoyment to discover The Villages.
Gather with family and friends for great conversations or just relax over coffee
Welcome home! Kick back and relax in your Villages home.
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Relax in comfort after a day of fun in Sumter Landing, the pools or golfing!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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The Villages, FL
  • The Villages Market Square
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Cane Garden Country Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Spanish Springs Town Square
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Our Village Gem-5 Star- Elegant & Comfortable- Very Close to Sumter Squ.

Our Village Gem *Closest Walk To Lake Sumter* Golf Cart & WIFI
Call us for details.

With this home you'll have Village center decorator elegance, with golf cart in the heart of the villages - wifi and 55" tv & 40" tv – possibly the closest walk to Lake Sumter town square of all available properties, plus restaurants and entertainment. Or take the golf cart to the various golf courses for free golf!

We named our home 'Our Village Gem' because of it’s incredible location, elegant décor and charm in the heart of The Villages, just a short stroll from the pool, recreation center and The Lake Sumter Town Square, with restaurants and entertainment galore.

It's been beautifully decorated and sleeps 6 comfortably,with dining for 8, ideally situated in Virginia Trace, considered to be the most ideal area of the Villages ... the closest neighborhood to Sumter Landing Town Square with shopping, restaurants, golf and activities.

This home has been lovingly upgraded to a high standard to provide a luxurious stay. 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.

PERFECT LOCATION - Located near the Canal Street Recreation and Pool Complex, our VIRGINIA TRACE location is ideal for all amenities ... FREE golf for LIfestyle ID holders, access to all the facilities and pools and billiards, tennis, pickle ball, shuffle board, horse shoes, bocce ball, petanque, polo fields, baseball fields, basketball courts, free wifi in all those facilities as well as the home, entertainment every night in the town squares, croquet fields - and the equipment for all the sports.

And don’t forget that the golf is free for Lifestyle ID holders on any of the 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.

RESTAURANTS AND COUNTRY CLUB EATING

There are great restaurants around the area that we can highly recommend. Try any of the Country Clubs that often have music or entertainment as well. One of our favorites is The Tierra Del Sol Country Club that boasts Opera Singers who circulate around the tables most nights, and a fabulous Irish couple... singer/entertainers on Thursday nights.

We also enjoy walking to the Town Square or taking the golf cart where a dozen or so restaurants are located, many with outdoor eating. You’ll be spoiled for choice!

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 a certain time each night and supply chairs for you to enjoy the music!

The Lake Sumter 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 Winn-Dixie market conveniently located on the corner of Stillwater and Morse, so you will never run out of essentials.

QUIET, CHARMING & CONVENIENT -

The home is on a quiet Cul-de-Sac, in Virginia Trace adjacent to Lake Sumter Landing Town Square. In the Master Bedroom there is a King Bed, a second bedroom with a Queen Bed. In addition, there is a comfortable sofa bed when you need extra guest sleeping space. All linens, sheets and towels 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 small 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 carts can take you most places.

Check in is normally 3 pm, and check out 10:30 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 2000 clubs – yes 2000 – 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 and locations. Or check the Villages TV and radio stations for announcements.

If the 2000 FREE Clubs and FREE golf aren’t enough, you can join a short term class at The Lifelong 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. GOLF CART !!! IT’S A 2 SEATER – take guests and family around with you. That’s a thrill for our family – everyone from 1 to 100 has enjoyed it immensely.

3. CHARMING DECOR - relax and soak up the charm! 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 homes have that luxury!

We also love our Screened Outdoor Patio/ Florida Room, with it’s glass top dining table and chairs, divided from the Living Room by sliding doors and screen, giving it seclusion. Since it overlooks the private courtyard, it makes a nice retreat for curling up with a book while others go about their activities. The Florida Room is also a great place for breakfast, or a glass of wine in the evening, while soaking up the great Florida weather!

WHAT VISITORS COMMENT ON ...

1. One visitor said: “How relaxing! We love the privacy of the courtyard, and elegant 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 a 6 minute walk 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 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.

7. 1,000 activities... games, hobbies or activities to choose from.

8. 2000 Clubs of every interest. If you can’t find an interest field you can start one!

9. Churches and synagogues offer a friendly place to worship... all accessible by golf cart!

10. Parades & festivals plus guest visits from well known personalities – there is always something special happening.

11. You’ll find a great selection of retail outlets.

12. Over 60 restaurants - all just a golf car ride away.

13. Many country clubs and restaurants have entertainers of their own to enjoy during dinner or happy hour.

14. Enjoy Lake Sumter Landing’s colorful waterfront setting. It reminds people of the quaint seaside villages they visited during their childhood.

15. Visit the Lighthouse on Lake Sumter has become a landmark. Enjoy food, fun and FREE nightly entertainment all year long!

16. 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.

17. Catch a film at one of the three town squares that feature modern, multi-screen movie theaters.

18. Staying healthy is easy ... fitness centers, fitness trails and health care facilities are just a golf car ride away.

19. Check out the HUGE state of the art woodworking shop!

20. Try one of the softball fields!

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.

Property manager

Bill and Laurel Erskine
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please pay the pet fee when booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
UPON MOVE OUT: Soiled sheets/towels washed and left in the dryer. Trash bagged. Doors Locked. A/C set 78.
ACCEPTANCE OF PROPERTY/PROBLEMS: Current state of cleanliness, must be returned in the same condition. Report problems immediately, not after leaving.
PREMISES AND GOLF CART: Renters agree to be liable for any damage, loss or injury to self or visitor, and release owner from any/all liability.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

The Villages

Virginia Trace, a neighbourhood in The Villages, is home to this holiday home. Grand Oaks Resort and Carriage Musuem and The Orange Blossom Opry are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Villages Market Square and Spanish Springs Town Square. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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The Villages, FL

What's nearby

  • The Villages Market Square - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cane Garden Country Club - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Spanish Springs Town Square - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Glenview Champions Country Club - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 12 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪City Fire - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Red Sauce - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Our Village Gem-5 Star- Elegant & Comfortable- Very Close to Sumter Squ. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Our Village Gem-5 Star- Elegant & Comfortable- Very Close to Sumter Squ. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Our Village Gem-5 Star- Elegant & Comfortable- Very Close to Sumter Squ.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Our Village Gem-5 Star- Elegant & Comfortable- Very Close to Sumter Squ.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Our Village Gem-5 Star- Elegant & Comfortable- Very Close to Sumter Squ. located?

Located in Virginia Trace, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from The Villages Market Square and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Cane Garden Country Club. Spanish Springs Town Square and Spanish Springs Lanes are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 112 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Rental!

We loved our house in the Virgina Trace neighborhood in The Villages! The house was very clean and well appointed. We also appreciated the nice golf cart!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient and cute!

This Gem was truly a gem of a rental. It was convenient to the pool, Miona Recreation Center and Lake Sumter Landing. We had so much fun here and will be back. The home was so comfortable and adorable. Thanks for making our stay very memorable!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can’t wait to come back

Great spot and beautiful home will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SD snow birds

Loved the property, and the location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home in great location

The house was very clean and perfectly appointed. The hosts were great to work with as well. The location and golf cart made for an awesome stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

The home was in an excellent location. It was fun having the golf cart to drive. We were so close to Sumner Landing.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Centrally located in the Villages, this house was the perfect distance to activities and shopping. The house layout is great for family gathering and relaxing in the yard or on the back porch. The equipment at the recreation centers is well maintained and the pools, grounds are all kept clean and tidy.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GEM+

This truly is a gem as listed. We have had various rentals in the past 7 years and this one ticks all the boxes for us as we consider ourselves seasoned renters … location✔️Communication✔️✔️✔️Bed/mattress comfort✔️Living room furniture comfort✔️Kitchen amenities✔️ Even hosted a complete Thanksgiving meal for 6! Golf cart( the best we’ve had)✔️Cleanliness(✔️even with it being pet friendly.. no odor) enclosed and private yard✔️Can’t say enough for this rental.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friendsgiving

Villa was a perfect location for our activities. Home was very clean, well appointed and casusl enough for a relaxed stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Had a great time. Beautiful place and excellent location. Host very responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and host

Well appointed and located. Enjoyed our stay great communication and super value.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent vacation rental

The house was perfect size and location, close to the pool, grocery store and town square. The golf cart life was a neat experience for sure, being able to visit 3 of the 4 town squares all via golf cart. We loved that the villa had 2 bathrooms, laundry on site and a huge walk in shower. The home was beautifully decorated and we wanted for nothing. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend with wife and little dog

Great property! It was perfect for us. We used the GC to visit my dad near Spanish Springs and to visit other Village areas. The dog was at home in the closed-in patio! The place was beautiful and had all the good stuff. We will be back! Thanks, J and K Bess
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Days

We enjoyed the property, location and the golf cart. We will stay again when we're in the neighborhood. Thanks so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Village Gem

Super clean. Great location. I never used my car in the 5 days I was there. The golf cart was a big hit. You use it to play golf and go out to the square. The town square is great. All kinds of restaurants and bars. The Chop House was my favorite, ate there twice. If you want dancing and great bar scene go to City Fire at night. All the bands everywhere were great. The golf courses are spectacular. Great time!⛳️
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice rental

I would recommend saying here
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location

Nice home! Clean, comfortable, and convenient with a 5 minute cart ride to Lake Sumter town square.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short but Sweet

Our Village Gem is an awesome place to stay for a short trip or an extended one. We have previously stayed here for 30 days so when we needed a place for a quick getaway of 4 days, we chose this house again. The location is great! The house is clean and decorated very nicely. The owners are very responsive if you have any questions or issues AND there is a golf cart for your use! If you know anything about the The Villages, you know that having a golf cart included is a plus! We can’t recommend this house strongly enough. You won’t be sorry.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location!

A 5 minute cart ride to the center of Sumpter Square, & that’s not an exaggeration! The unit was very well equipped and clean. Owners were very friendly and responded to any requests. We were lucky enough to get the unit for next season. Can’t wait!
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

softball and golf

great
Stayed 90 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M., TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful as always

We have stayed in this home several times and it never disappoints!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent villa, great location!

Clean, location perfect, comfortable beds, 3 TV's and a golf cart too. Would definitely stay here again. Close to Sumter Landing for nightly music. Great place all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bill and Laurel Erskine

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We were absolutely thrilled to find this gem of a home in this amazing location in the closest neighborhood to Lake Sumter Landing, our favorite market town square. I’m the Dean of a high school and my husband is an engineer. We started coming to the Villages when my parents, Christine and Tom, moved here and we fell in love with having so many activities to choose from plus the beauty of the Villages. Our kids and grandchildren love coming down to swim and ride the golf cart! We also love the tranquility of the walled courtyard with grass in the back off the screened room, which makes it feel like an oasis. We will be happy to share our home with you while we are away.
All the best, Laurel






Why they chose this property

We wanted a location that was easily walkable to the Town Square. This neighborhood is the closest to Lake Sumter Town Square, perfectly located in the middle of the Villages, making it easy to get to any of the Recreation Centers, pools and golf courses and Country Clubs!

What makes this property unique

Closest to the Town Square!!!!!
Centered between 3 Championship Golf Courses and Country club complexes - Arnold Palmer, Mallory Hill and Cane Garden.
The Adult Pool is around the corner and the Family Pool is on Canal Street very nearby.
Quite neighborhood nestled next to Lake Sumter Landing Market/Town Square.

Languages:

English

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