--- title: What to Expect From the Florida Retirement Lifestyle description: What can you expect if you choose to buy a home in a Florida living community and the many things Florida has to offer. image: https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/AdobeStock_114070094.jpeg --- [![Logo](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo.png?width=450&name=Logo.png "Logo")](https://www.theislandsrealty.com) [![Logo](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo.png?width=300&name=Logo.png "Logo")](https://www.theislandsrealty.com) - [HOME](https://www.theislandsrealty.com) - [LOCATION](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/location) - [LIFESTYLE](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/lifestyle) - [COMMUNITY](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/community) - [RESIDENCES](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/residences) - NEWS/EVENTS - [OUR BLOG](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com) - [PHOTO GALERY & VIDEOS](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/media-gallery) - [CONTACT US](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/contact-us) ![banner-blog](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_114070094.jpeg?width=1920&name=AdobeStock_114070094.jpeg "banner-blog") - [The Islands on the Manatee River (58)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/topic/the-islands-on-the-manatee-river) - [boating and golf community (32)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/topic/boating-and-golf-community) - [Waterfront community Sarasota Florida (29)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/topic/waterfront-community-sarasota-florida) - [new waterfront homes florida (25)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/topic/new-waterfront-homes-florida) - [things to do in sarasota (25)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/topic/things-to-do-in-sarasota) # What to Expect From the Florida Retirement Lifestyle September 10, 2018 by [Islands](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/author/islands) 0 Comments - - - - ![AdobeStock_114070094](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_114070094.jpeg?width=300&name=AdobeStock_114070094.jpeg)For retirees, finding a place to call home for all or part of the year is a major decision. Climate is a factor, as well as opportunities for recreation. So what does Florida living offer to its retirees? And what can you expect if you choose to buy a home in a Florida living community? ***Related Blog: [Best Water Activities in the Sarasota and Bradenton Area](http://blog.theislandsofrw.com/best-water-activities-in-the-sarasota-and-bradenton-area)*** #### Florida Retirement Lifestyle Living on the west coast of Florida offers numerous advantages. Beautiful, warm weather is of course at the top of the list. Waking up in paradise, with beautiful foliage and a serene landscape is another. Whether it is your primary residence or a second home, your home in a Florida community, such as [The Islands on the Manatee River](http://liveattheislands.com/), will no doubt feel like a vacation every day. Having a variety of activities close at hand is a benefit. You may enjoy a day of boating or golf, or you may choose to spend the day sunning and swimming at a picturesque local beach or your own backyard. Your community may feel secluded and serene, but you’re not far from shopping, restaurants or entertainment. #### Nature And Wildlife If you enjoy nature, you will find it in abundance at The Islands. The river and preserve, as well as gorgeous ground, trails and parks all attract a variety of wildlife. Lounge in your pool or on your private dock and enjoy the frequent sightings of manatees and dolphins who swim through the waterways and right past your yard. 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