Tomoka Heights

Living in Central Florida is a great way to enjoy year-round sunshine without the crowds often found on the coasts. Another benefit of living inland is that the area is surrounded by freshwater lakes and rivers. Active adult homebuyers looking for Central Florida homes for sale with water access have a few excellent options.

From Lakeland, it's an easy trip to Orlando, Tampa, Gainesville, and Sarasota. Many people buy a house in Lakeland with the intention of making it their full-time Florida retirement location. If you're arriving in or near Lakeland with an RV, we can point you toward some 55+ communities where there's plenty of parking.

Central Florida is a lush and lovely area for freshwater lakes and all the recreation that comes with them. There's fishing, birdwatching, hikes through nature preserves, and of course, boating. More than 900,000 boats are registered to owners in Florida, and those aren't just sea vessels on the coast.

A good retirement is spent on a boat. Especially in Florida. Whether you want a lake or the ocean, there are plenty of 55+ communities for active adults who want to boat in Florida. We found a few of the best for those looking to spend more time on the water.

Lake Placid in sunny Florida is the go-to destination for freshwater lakes. When they want to live just a quick walk away from one of those lakes, they choose the tranquil Tomoka Heights, a gated 55+ community located in Central Florida right on Lake Henry.