Southern Arizona Retirement Living
For many retiring baby boomers, finding just the right retirement community can be hard work. Location, home sizes, amenities and activities all must be considered, as retirees must be certain they will be comfortable with their living situations. For those who are looking for a retirement geared toward an active retirement, Del Webb at Rancho Del Lago might be the right fit.
Located in Vail, which is east of Tucson, Del Webb at Rancho Del Lago is in the Rincon Mountain area of the desert. The community is surrounded by attractions both natural and historical attractions, being just a short drive from Saguaro National Park, Colossal Cave, Bisbee and Tombstone. And because the desert makes for excellent stargazing, there is both Graham International Observatory and Kitt Peak National Observatory for observation. And for those who want more lively pursuits, Tucson is just twenty minutes away, and offers shopping, museums, entertainment and opportunities for education. The community also offers its residents the peace of mind of knowing medical facilities are only minutes away.
The Homes
Del Webb at Rancho Del Lago offers three different categories of homes to allow residents to choose their ideal style. Cochise model homes are large, single story and ideal for entertaining. With about two thousand square feet on average, these homes offer plenty of space and style for residents. Pima homes are, on average, slightly larger, with two to three thousand square feet on a single story. These homes offer entertaining areas inside, as well as covered patios outside. Santa Cruz homes are smaller, averaging around fifteen hundred square feet, and have rear-loading garages for residents’ convenience. All homes are two bedroom, two bathroom and offer granite countertops, maple cabinets and tile and carpet. Some homes also offer upgraded stainless steel appliances and other features. These homes range from $270,000.00 at the high end, to $140,000.00 at the lower end.
For the money, residents are offered a wide variety of lifestyle amenities. Secured behind a gated entry, this community offers a fitness center, dedicated arts and crafts area, exhibition kitchen, library, billiards room, as well as a ballroom and conference areas. There are tennis courts and two heated pools, as well as a large lawn space for gatherings. For those who want to get involved, there are many clubs and classes for all interests, as well as a dedicated lifestyle director to keep things organized.
For those who wish to have an active retirement, Del Webb at Rancho Del Lago offers the homes, services and amenities that should be foremost on any wish list. Visit community website.