Smart Place Retreat at The Villages

✨ SMART PLACE RETREAT | 2 QUEEN BEDS • LANAI • NEAR EASTPORT ✨

2 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • Sleeps 4 • Three Recliners • Smart TVs Throughout • BBQ Grill

Welcome to Smart Place Retreat, your comfortable home base for enjoying The Villages, Florida! Located in the desirable Waters Edge area near Eastport, this inviting villa combines a bright, open layout with comfortable furnishings and a relaxing screened lanai.

Spend your mornings exploring scenic pathways, your afternoons enjoying golf or recreation, and your evenings discovering restaurants, shopping, and live entertainment. Whether you’re planning a vacation, an extended seasonal stay, or a visit to explore The Villages lifestyle, you’ll have a welcoming place to come home to.

🛏️ TWO COMFORTABLE BEDROOMS

Designed for up to four guests, the home offers:

• Primary bedroom with a queen bed, Smart TV, spacious closet, and private ensuite bathroom.
• Guest bedroom with a queen bed and Smart TV.
• A second full bathroom conveniently located near the guest bedroom.

Both bedrooms provide a comfortable place to unwind after a day of Florida sunshine.

🛋️ RELAX WITH THREE RECLINERS

Make yourself comfortable! The living area features three recliners, a Smart TV, and an open layout that connects the kitchen, dining, and living spaces.

Enjoy a movie night, catch up on your favorite shows, or simply put your feet up after exploring the community. Smart TVs in the living room and both bedrooms let everyone enjoy their own entertainment. Guests may sign in to their personal streaming accounts.

🍳 OPEN KITCHEN & EASY DINING

The kitchen features a center island and the everyday essentials for preparing meals during your stay, including cookware, utensils, dishes, glassware, a coffee maker, toaster, and blender.

From a simple breakfast before golf to a relaxed dinner at home, the open layout makes cooking and spending time together easy.

🌿 SCREENED LANAI & BBQ GRILL

Start your morning with coffee on the covered, screened lanai or settle into the outdoor seating for a quiet evening.

A BBQ grill is also available for casual meals at home. Please use the grill outdoors in the designated grilling area.

🚗 PARKING & GOLF CART RENTALS

The home offers a one-car garage, separate golf cart garage, and driveway parking.

A golf cart is not included with this rental. After booking, AJ Home Rentals will share a list of local golf cart rental providers so you can arrange a cart that suits your stay. Rentals are booked separately and are subject to the provider’s availability, pricing, and terms.

📍 DISCOVER EASTPORT

One of the highlights of this location is convenient access to Eastport, The Villages’ newest town center. Built around Central Lake, Eastport brings together waterfront scenery, dining, shopping, entertainment, golf, and recreation.

Enjoy a leisurely outing along the waterfront, browse local shops, or plan an evening around the entertainment calendar. Dining options include Oak & Stone, Lucky Goat Coffee, Prime + Ember, Yamas Mediterranean, and Sundaze. Shops such as Mia Sorella, Found for Home, Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry Co., and The Villages Logo Store offer plenty to explore.

For active days, the Eastport area also features:

• Central Lake Driving Range and Golf Academy.
• Bellaire Executive Golf Course.
• Olympia Recreation’s indoor and outdoor activities.
• The Athletic Club and The Summit Rock Climbing Wall.
• Farragut Softball Complex.
• Scenic pedestrian paths and outdoor gathering spaces.

Eastport continues to grow, so businesses, activities, and availability may change during your stay.

🏊 NEARBY POOLS & RECREATION

The Waters Edge area places you near several recreation destinations, each offering a different way to enjoy your stay.

WATERS EDGE RECREATION
A convenient neighborhood option featuring an adult pool, bocce, shuffleboard, and corn toss. A lovely choice for a relaxing swim or casual outdoor games.

SALUKI RECREATION
A village recreation center with a resort-style family pool, pickleball, tennis, bocce, shuffleboard, indoor games, and gathering spaces. A great option for recreation and spending time with visiting family.

SHADY BROOK RECREATION
Another nearby neighborhood option with an adult pool, outdoor games, and gathering areas for enjoying the sunshine.

OLYMPIA RECREATION
Eastport’s major recreation destination offers a sports pool, pickleball, tennis, bocce, shuffleboard, outdoor exercise areas, and indoor activity spaces, along with The Athletic Club and The Summit Rock Climbing Wall.

Access to facilities and activities depends on the appropriate Villages identification, age requirements, schedules, reservations, and any applicable fees. Family pools, adult pools, and sports pools have different use rules.

⛳ GOLF, PATHWAYS & OUTDOOR FUN

Enjoy access to the broader Villages network of golf cart routes, pedestrian paths, recreation areas, and golf opportunities.

Nearby golf destinations include Shallow Creek Championship Golf Course, while Eastport’s Central Lake golf facilities offer opportunities to practice, take lessons, or browse the golf shop.

Whether you prefer a morning walk, a round of golf, pickleball with friends, or a scenic golf cart outing, there are plenty of ways to spend time outdoors.

Golf access, tee times, lessons, cart use, and related fees are subject to The Villages’ current rules and availability.

🎶 EXPLORE BEYOND EASTPORT

SAWGRASS GROVE
Enjoy a lively gathering place with entertainment, dining, and the variety of food and shopping options at Sawgrass Market.

BROWNWOOD PADDOCK SQUARE
Discover a town square with an Old Florida atmosphere, restaurants, boutiques, and free nightly entertainment.

LAKE SUMTER LANDING
Plan an outing to this waterfront town square for lakeside scenery, shopping, dining, and evening music.

SPANISH SPRINGS
Explore the Spanish-inspired architecture, shops, restaurants, and entertainment of The Villages’ original town square.

MAGNOLIA PLAZA
A convenient destination for Publix, casual dining, and everyday shopping needs.

🕒 APPROXIMATE TRAVEL TIMES

Estimated travel by car under typical conditions:

• Eastport Town Center and Olympia Recreation: approximately 5–10 minutes.
• Sawgrass Grove: approximately 10–15 minutes.
• Magnolia Plaza: approximately 10–15 minutes.
• Everglades Recreation Complex: approximately 10–15 minutes.
• Brownwood Paddock Square: approximately 20–25 minutes.
• Lake Sumter Landing: approximately 25–35 minutes.
• Spanish Springs Town Square: approximately 35–45 minutes.

These are general estimates rather than guaranteed travel times. Traffic, gates, and your chosen route can affect your trip. Golf cart travel follows designated routes and generally takes longer.

🪪 IMPORTANT: THE VILLAGES LIFESTYLE IDs

Paid rental guests need Temporary Resident Lifestyle IDs to access eligible resident recreation and lifestyle privileges during their approved stay.

After booking, AJ Home Rentals will provide instructions for requesting your IDs. The Villages currently charges a nonrefundable $50 processing fee per household/property for up to two Temporary Resident Lifestyle IDs, paid directly to The Villages at pickup.

Please bring government-issued photo identification. The Villages currently accepts cash or check for this fee.

If more than two guests are staying, the Temporary Resident Lifestyle ID holders may request Guest IDs for additional eligible guests, subject to The Villages’ rules. Guest IDs provide different privileges and are not a substitute for the primary renters’ Temporary Resident Lifestyle IDs.

ID eligibility and issuance are controlled by The Villages and may depend on the property and length of stay. Some homes or areas have minimum-stay requirements for Temporary Resident Lifestyle IDs. If amenity access is essential to your visit, please confirm eligibility for your dates before booking.

Golf, certain activities, and specialized facilities may require additional fees or reservations.

✨ YOUR SMART PLACE TO STAY

Two queen bedrooms, Smart TVs in every bedroom and the living room, three comfortable recliners, a screened lanai, and a BBQ grill make Smart Place Retreat an inviting place to settle in.

Enjoy the comfort of your own villa with Eastport and the southern Villages close at hand—all with the support of AJ Home Rentals.
General House Rules
No Smoking or Vaping

Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited inside the home, garage, lanai, or anywhere on the premises.

Failure to comply with this rule may result in:

Additional cleaning and deodorizing charges
A penalty fee between $200 and $500
Potential immediate termination of the reservation without refund
No Cats Allowed

Cats are not permitted in any of our properties under any circumstance unless explicitly authorized in writing prior to arrival.

Unauthorized cats in the property may result in:

Deep cleaning charges
Allergen remediation charges
Penalty fees between $500 and $1,000
Additional charges for damages, odors, or excessive cleaning requirements
Dog Policy (Pet-Friendly Homes Only)

Some homes may be designated as dog-friendly. Approval is required prior to booking or arrival.

Dog Requirements:
One dog maximum unless otherwise approved
Less than 30 lbs preferred
Non-shedding breeds preferred
Must be house-trained and well-behaved

Guests must contact the host prior to arrival with:

Breed
Weight/size
Age
Temperament/personality details
Whether the dog is potty trained and accustomed to indoor environments

Approval must be confirmed through the booking platform messaging system or in writing.

Additional Cleaning Fees

If excessive pet hair, odors, stains, waste, or damages are found after checkout:

Additional deep cleaning charges may apply
A minimum additional fee of $200 may be charged
Additional damages beyond cleaning may also be billed separately
Children & Infant Safety

Families with children and infants are welcome;