House in The Villages, FL
Reasons to book
About this house rental
Welcome to Turkey Gardenia Retreat, a beautifully furnished Gardenia model home perfectly situated in the highly sought-after Villages of LaBelle. This property combines elegant comfort with an unbeatable central location — allowing you to easily enjoy all that The Villages lifestyle has to offer, both north and south.
✨ Unbeatable Central Location
Walking distance to LaBelle Recreation Center, featuring an adult pool and plenty of recreational activities.
Just minutes away from Colony Plaza and Lake Deaton Plaza — with restaurants, cafés, shops, grocery, and retail stores.
Convenient golf cart access to Brownwood Paddock Square, Lake Sumter Landing, and Sawgrass Grove — all featuring live entertainment 365 days a year, unique boutiques, and dining options for every taste.
A true “location, location, location” — central enough to explore both the northern and southern Villages with ease.
🛏️ Home Features
3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms
King-size bed in the primary suite
Two queen beds in the guest bedrooms
En-suite master bathroom with walk-in shower, dual sinks, and two walk-in closets
High-quality furnishings and thoughtful touches throughout for a comfortable stay
☕ Perfect Indoor-Outdoor Living
Enlarged, fully furnished lanai — the perfect spot for your morning coffee, evening wine, or hosting dinner with friends.
Bright, open living room designed for relaxation and gathering.
🏌️ Endless Amenities & Lifestyle
Easy access to multiple golf courses and driving ranges — ideal for golf lovers.
Surrounded by numerous recreation centers and pools.
Minutes to retail centers with everything from national brands to charming local shops.
Quick access by golf cart to both north and south Villages, making it easy to explore and enjoy the entire community.
🪪 Villages Lifestyle Access
Temporary Resident IDs are available for a $50 one-time fee (paid directly to The Villages, Florida). With these IDs, guests enjoy:
Access to 40+ executive golf courses
Full use of neighborhood recreation centers and pools
Sports courts, pickleball, fitness trails, and resident lifestyle activities.
🍽️ Dining & Entertainment at Your Doorstep
Between Colony Plaza, Lake Deaton Plaza, and the nearby town squares, you’ll find endless dining options — from casual bites to fine dining — plus daily live music, festivals, farmers markets, and charming shops.
🌟 Why Turkey Gardenia Retreat?
This home is designed to offer the best of The Villages lifestyle: elegance, comfort, and location. Whether you’re enjoying a sunny day on the lanai, exploring the recreation centers, or catching live music at one of the squares, you’ll love calling this beautiful LaBelle home your Florida retreat.
🏡 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; however, guests acknowledge that homes are not childproofed unless specifically stated otherwise.
Guests are fully responsible for:
Supervising children at all times
Safety around pools, lanais, golf carts, kitchens, and furniture
Bringing any baby-specific items needed for safety or comfort
The property owner and management company assume no responsibility for accidents or injuries related to inadequate supervision.
🚐 No RVs, Boats, Trailers, or Commercial Vehicles
Due to community deed restrictions within The Villages:
The following are not permitted to be parked overnight or stored at the property:
RVs
Boats
Trailers
Commercial vehicles
Large work vans or utility vehicles
Guests may need to arrange off-site storage accommodations for these vehicles during their stay.
Failure to comply may result in towing, fines, HOA violations, or additional charges passed through to the guest.
🎉 Respectful Use of the Property
Please treat the home and neighbors with care and respect.
No parties or events unless approved in writing
Quiet hours should be respected
Excessive noise or disruptive behavior may result in immediate termination of the stay without refund
🔑 Guest Responsibility
The registered guest making the reservation is responsible for:
All occupants and visitors
Compliance with house rules
Any damages, missing items, excessive cleaning, or violations occurring during the stay
Please note: The Villages spans several postal zones, so addresses may appear as Wildwood, Okahumpka, Sumterville, or Lady Lake. All homes are fully located within The Villages® community with access to its lifestyle and amenities.
MAIL & AMAZON PACKAGES
The property’s mailbox key is not provided to guests. Please do not arrange mail delivery or mail forwarding to the rental address.
Amazon packages may be delivered by USPS and placed in a locked mailbox or postal parcel locker rather than at the home. For this reason, please select an Amazon Locker or approved pickup location when ordering.
Local Amazon Locker options to check:
• Lady Lake / Spanish Springs area: Amazon Locker “Concita” at Wawa, 13535 US Highway 441, Lady Lake, FL 32159.
• Central Villages / Colony Plaza area: Amazon Locker “Kersen” at 7-Eleven, 260 Colony Boulevard, FL 32162.
• Wildwood / Brownwood surrounding area: Amazon Locker “Allergist” at Save A Lot, 360 Shopping Center Drive, Wildwood, FL 34785.
How to select a locker: At Amazon checkout, choose a pickup location and search using your rental address or ZIP code. Select the locker through Amazon—do not simply type its street address as your delivery address. Availability depends on the item and available locker space. Follow the pickup deadline in your delivery notification.
Need to receive regular mail or other packages?
You may arrange a private mailbox rental directly with one of these providers:
• Village Pack & Ship Plus: 1080 Bichara Boulevard, The Villages, FL 32159.
• The UPS Store, northern Villages: 1576 Bella Cruz Drive, The Villages, FL 32159.
• The UPS Store, Brownwood area: 2518 Burnsed Boulevard, The Villages, FL 32163.
• The UPS Store, southern Villages: 3427 Warm Springs Avenue, The Villages, FL 32163.
Contact the provider before sending anything to confirm availability, rental fees, minimum rental periods, identification requirements, and package acceptance. A mailbox or receiving arrangement must be established first.
Guests are responsible for arranging delivery and collecting their mail and packages. AJ Home Rentals and the homeowner do not provide mail or package retrieval, storage, or forwarding services and are not responsible for lost, delayed, misdelivered, or inaccessible deliveries.
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