Villages Guest Rooms

The four Villages guest rooms are affected by the hotel tax imposed by the City of San Jose. San Jose has increased the hotel tax. Effective November 1, rates are $96 per night for the guest rooms with two queen size beds and $85 per night for the guest rooms with one queen size bed. These rates are inclusive of all taxes.

Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended! Signed Into Law November 6, 2009

President Obama has signed legislation to extend the Homebuyer Tax Credit. Passage of the bill was widely anticipated to further spur economic recovery in the housing sector, as more buyers are now eligible for tax breaks under the new law. The $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit was originally set to expire on November 30.

In addition to offering the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit, the new law also allows a $6,500 credit for repeat or move-up homebuyers who have lived in their primary residence for five years or more.

The tax credits are available to buyers who sign purchase agreements on a new or existing primary residence between December 1, 2009, and April 30, 2010. Buyers would have until June 30 to close on their new homes.

Artificial Turf vs Real Green Lawn

Several residents suggested that artificial turf, called FieldTurf Landscape, may be a wise alternative for water conservation in The Villages. A test plot was installed adjacent to the Clubhouse barbecue area and the Pro Shop courtyard.

If you are in the area, please stop by and voice an opinion.

November Community Events

Holiday season is in full swing at The Villages. Come check out some of these activities:

November 5 - For the first time in 30 years, Tutankhamen has returned to the deYoung Museum and the Villagers have a tour scheduled. For $50/person the trip includes transportation and entry at the deYoung Museum. Come out to see the artifacts from the tomb of Tutankhamen which provide insight into the daily life and royal burial practices of the 18th Dynasty, Egypt's Golden Age.

November 7 - Holiday Faire presented in the Cribari Center Auditorium from 10 am to 2 pm. Our residents, Walter and Hanna Howald, will demonstrate the art of chocolate confection making and 40 of our Villages artisans and craftsmen have beautiful and unique items available for sale.

November 13 - Wine Tasting and Cooking Demo event returns with wines from Tenuta Winery. The cost is $12/person. Come see what Gavin is going to prepare for our holiday special!

November 26 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
The regular Thanksgiving buffets are sold out and the restaurant is now taking reservations for mini buffet in the cafe and preparing for to-go packages.

December 2 - Holiday at Union Square
This is our Annual shopping trip to Union Square in San Francisco. The bus will leave at 8:30 am and return by 5 pm. - cost is only $28/person. Come shop til you drop, enjoy a meal at a wonderful San Francisco restaurant, view the beautifully decorated Christmas tree at Macy's and leave the driving and the parking to the bus driver.