I don’t know about you, but I wanna enjoy a stylish, fun-filled retirement – not just wither away in some drab facility! Thankfully more and more retirement communities cater to vibrant seniors who still want to live life to the fullest. I’m talking swanky condos decked out with spas and cinemas, bustling campuses filled with amenities, plus exciting social scenes that would make a millennial jealous. Let’s elevate your golden years with Centennial Living’s retirement villages and check out a few luxe retirement villages putting sad old nursing homes to shame!

Lavish in Laguna Woods

You’ve likely heard of the famous Laguna Beach area in California known for art, surf and scenic splendor. Well neighboring Laguna Woods fosters resort-style retirement living in the OC spotlight. Sprawling gated grounds house nearly 10,000 seniors in beautiful condos and homes managed by professional staff. I’m telling you, it’s a retirement paradise!

Between amenities like painting classes, bowling greens,dog parks and weekly happy hours, there’s endless entertainment and community bonding. And how about five – yes five – golf courses right in the village? Swing away on world-class greens before hitting up one of 20+ dining spots for tore alfresco meals. For golf aficionados looking to elevate their game and style, a premium golf bag can enhance the experience on these renowned courses. With meticulous home maintenance, lush landscapes and every service imaginable, Laguna Woods sets the retirement bar sky high. 

The Summit in Denver

If mountain views are more your pace, The Summit retirement community in Denver looks pretty sublime. Nestled along the Rockies’ front range, The Summit spans over 100 acres filled with activities and luxury buildings to house even the pickiest retirees.

Choose between lavish apartment suites or row cottages – both modern designs with floor-to-ceiling views of those rugged peaks. Access to plenty of amenities keeps life engaging with multiple restaurants, a posh theatre, salon and even chiropractic care onsite. And you can still enjoy city access thanks nearby light rail connections to vibrant downtown Denver. 

Between the clean mountain air, friendly neighbors and alpine sightlines, The Summit boasts a beautiful balance to enjoy retirement to the fullest just outside the Mile High City. 

Canal Walk in Delaware  

Let’s head over to Delaware’s lush Lewes region primed for relaxing coastal retirement living. That’s where the impressive Canal Walk community beckons seniors with Its 40 acre campus stuffed with amenities and activities. How nice does that colossal lodge look right now with its soaring timbers and giant heated pool? 

Canal Walk living options include gorgeous detached homes starting around 2,000 square feet or maintenance-free apartments lining the namesake canal. Beyond the social facilities and dining, greater Lewes offers quaint strolling paths, boutique shops and enviable beach access. Oh, and resident perks like weekly grocery shopping trips care of Canal Walk shuttle. 

With a robust slate of amenities and programming focused on community bonding, this Delaware gem nurtures a mentally and physically engaged retirement ideal for singles or couples alike. Can’t beat those water views either!

Well there’s a small sampling of luxury spots primed for making retirement years shine. It’s all about staying active in communities that remove daily burdens and foster friendship potential. Now pass me an ice cold Arnold Palmer and let’s assess these bocce ball courts! My golden years await.

By Swati