Many seniors retire to Arizona because of the warm climate and abundance of active adult communities. This is a great place for snowbirds looking to have a break from cold climes too. The Highlands at Dove Mountains, Marana, Arizona, is the perfect community for seniors looking for an active lifestyle amidst the company of friends and neighbors. Located just 20 minutes north-west of Tucson and a few minutes from I-10, this is an active adult community that provides a beautiful and breathtaking view of the Tortolita Mountains. If you wished for a perfect retired life, in the warm Arizona sunshine, this is the place to be.
About the Community
This is a master-planned community at an elevation of 3,000 feet, where almost a third of the area is dedicated to open spaces where most of it is preserved land. This factor and the height elevation provide for cooler summers than any place in Arizona. The Highlands is an age-restricted, gated, active adult community comprised of 1,297 single-family detached homes. Prices for these homes start at $175,000. Construction of homes for this community began in 1997, and homes in this community are built in a square area between 1,111 and 2,550. Homes consist of 2 – 3 bedrooms, 2 – 2.5 bathrooms, gourmet kitchens, spacious sitting and dining areas etc. The best feature about homes at the Highlands is the breathtaking views of the city lights of Tucson and the golf course views.
Amenities at the Community
The Highlands at Dove Mountains offer a number of amenities, at the 29,000 square foot clubhouse that make life interesting and exciting for those who live here. For example, golf is a game which is pretty popular among seniors. The golf at the Highlands appeals to all skill levels and is extremely fun. In addition, it is greatly visually stimulating as you can gaze for miles at the unbound greenery and picturesque setting around you. So, if golf is part of your retirement plan, this is the community to consider. Other amenities of the community include four lighted, grass, tennis courts, a fitness center with state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of fitness classes, a 25-yard recreational pool and a therapy spa. Apart from this, there is a beautifully decorated ballroom, library, craft room, billiard room etc. This community has a year-round social calendar that ensures fun activities for all residents. There is a full-time Activities Director who organizes activities for its residents that keep them occupied and happy all year long. There are arts and crafts, special theme dinners and buffets, special events parties and a host of other activities to enjoy.
About the Builder
The main section of the community and a majority of it were built by US Home Corporation. However, the final phase of building was completed by Lennar Homes. Both these home builders are premier homebuilders you can count on to build you reliable, strong homes that make living in them pure pleasure.
The Highlands at Dove Mountain is a friendly community where everyone welcomes you with open arms. It is a community that caters to all your retirement needs. Whatever you wish, you are sure to find it in this community.
