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What you call outside, we call paradise. On Top of the World Communities Ocala, FL

The Premier Florida Retirement Community - On Top of the World

On Top of the World Communities is an award-winning, family owned company founded in 1947. Our Florida retirement community in Ocala is unmatched in amenities, with plenty of opportunities for swimming, tennis, pickleball, golf, fitness classes, massage, kick-boxing, weightlifting and many more recreational activities. The real test of an active adult Florida retirement community is the quantity … and quality … of activities and programs designed to fill those facilities every day, all year long. Our programs are designed specifically with the active adult in mind!

On Top of the World is a leader in the retirement community industry both in recreational activities & amenities, as well as utilizing superior construction methods while building energy efficient homes from our many floor plans.

Enjoy an active retirement at On Top of the World florida retirement community! Just down the street from del webb florida.

Why Our Florida Retirement Community is the Place to Be!

Lifelong Learning Education Center

An award winning, lifelong learning program.

Master the Possibilities (MTP) Education Center, a not-for-profit program, offers more classes, more lectures and more chances to expand your horizons than any other active adult community. Why? Because we believe learning is a lifelong enterprise. Part of the vision of On Top of the World Communities is putting education at the forefront, and this innovative adult-centered program does just that.

More classes and more opportunities to expand your horizons.

With as many as 700 offerings per semester, you will always find something to pique your interest. And, most classes are free to OTOW residents.

The current MTP catalog is available online, at the Education Center and at various libraries.

ACADEMIC
American History
World History
Current Events
Scientific Ideas
Philosophy
Law
Film
Literature
Spanish Language
Italian Language
Book Club
Identity Theft
Government
Economics
And many more!

ART
Metal Embossing
Drawing
Glass Painting
Batik
Ceramics & Pottery
Photography
Watercolor

HEALTH & MEDICAL
Nutrition and Diet
Nurse Practitioner Series
Alzheimer’s Series
Eye Series
Pharmacology Series

TECHNOLOGY
Computer Maintenance
e-Bay
Microsoft Word Basics
Create a Website
Android Smart Phones
Saving Digital Photography
iPad and iPhone
Social Media

LEGAL
Estate Planning
End of Year Considerations

Hobby Building

The Hobby Building at our Florida retirement community consists of 5 separate rooms where you can explore a new hobby or expand one you’ve already fallen in love with! We’re sure you will find something to pique your interest!

Art room at On Top of the World Communities in Ocala, FL. florida retirement community

Art & Craft Studios
Art & Craft Studios for ceramics, painting, sewing and other craft hobbies.

Model Railroaders Club at On Top of the World Communities

Model Railroaders Room
The Model Railroaders Room is currently being installed and scheduled to open September 2019.

Library
The Hobby Building is home to the On Top of the World Library.

The woodworking shop at On Top of the World Communities is second to none.

Woodworking Shop
The Woodworking Shop is a wood worker’s dream. Use your own expertise or learn from fellow residents.

On Top of the World Golf

Fore!

Choose from three (3) golf courses at On Top of the World Florida retirement community. Two private courses: The Tortoise & Hare and The Links. One Semi-private course: Candler Hills Golf Course. You can walk or ride and enjoy nature and beautiful vistas. Our private golf club features two links-style, par 72 championship courses for OTOW residents and their guests. Impeccably maintained, these courses offer outstanding play throughout the year. The club also features a driving range, practice facility and pro shop.

Early morning golf at Candler Hills Golf Club at On Top of the World. florida retirement community.

Candler Hills Golf Course

An expertly manicured, par 72 championship golf course, Candler Hills Golf Course is designed as a Palm Springs-style course. It boasts the longest par 5 in Florida – 669 yards! The semi-private course boasts a state-of-the-art practice facility (both long and short game practice areas) and five (5) sets of tees.

Par-72 semi-private championship course
7,333 yard course
State-of-the-art practice facility
Lessons available by PGA and LPGA Professionals
Special group & corporate events/fundraisers
U.S.G.A. Handicap System Available
Fully stocked Golf Shop
The Club at Candler Hills adjacent to the golf shop serving breakfast brunch (Sunday only), lunch and dinner with full service bar.

Best Places to Retire Include private golf courses located at On Top of the World in Ocala, Florida.

The Tortoise & The Hare and The Links

Both The Tortoise & The Hare and The Links are private 18-hole golf courses in a picturesque natural setting, exclusive only to OTOW residents and their guests. Play is on a first-come, first-served basis. The Tortoise & The Hare is a shot makers delight, while The Links offers more traditional southern flavor.

Both courses are par-72
No initiation fees or club minimums
Lessons available by PGA and LPGA Professionals
Driving range, short game and practice putting green areas
USGA handicap system available to all members
Fully stocked Golf Shop
Men’s and women’s leagues
Planned mixers, scrambles and tournaments

Active Sports

On Top of the World Florida retirement community is an active place!

On Top of the World Communities has several tennis courts at our Florida retirement community.

Tennis
The Arbor Fitness Center boasts of ten (10) tennis courts of which eight (8) are lighted and surfaced with the Plexicushion Prestige Cushion Acrylic.

Racquetball play at On Top of the World Florida retirement community.

Racquetball
“Fast & Furious” could be the name of some of the racquetball games because once you step onto the indoor court, it’s game on! It is a great sport for exercise and fun, even if no one is keeping score.

Recently reseeded softball field at On Top of the World Communities in Ocala, Florida retirement community.

Softball Field
When was the last time you hit a home run, or even made it to second base? Brush up on your softball skills with year-round play time on our softball field with six (6) teams that currently compete while having tons of fun!

Florida Retirement Community of On Top of the World Communities has 12 pickleball courts!

Pickleball
Pickleball is best described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. This high energy game can be enjoyed with friends on our twelve (12) courts.

On Top of the World RC Flying Field

…Into the Wild Blue Yonder!

R/C flying enthusiasts will enjoy a private R/C flying field at our Florida retirement community. It is a 14-acre site with a 600′ x 150′ foot grass runway. A large pavilion where spectators can comfortably watch the action and enjoy the beautiful and scenic pastoral view sits next to the runway. The R/C flying field is open daily to members of the R/C Flyers Club. The club organizes special events at the field such as regional fly-ins which welcome hundreds of enthusiasts and experts from everywhere. New to Flying?

The club also provides flight-training for new flyers. The R/C flying field is managed by the R/C Flyers Club. The RC Flyers and its members are affiliated with the Academy of Model Aeronautics, AMA which is a world-class association of modelers organized for the purpose of promotion, development, education, and the advancement of model aircraft activities. The RC Flyers and the Academy provide leadership, organization, competition, communication, protection, representation, recognition, education, and scientific/technical development to its members regarding remote control model aircraft.

Recreation at Our Florida Retirement Community

The real test of an active adult Florida retirement community is the quantity … and quality … of activities and programs designed to fill those facilities every day, all year long.

Bocce rules at On Top of the World! florida retirement community

Bocce
Get ready for your next bocce match! With eight (8) bocce ball courts located at The Arbors, you are sure to make new friends…and friendly rivals…while enjoying this outdoor sport.

On Top of the World shuffleboard courts at our florida retirement community.

Shuffleboard
Shuffleboard is quintessential in an active adult community, right? We agree. Here at OTOW, there are eight (8) shuffleboard courts for your enjoyment.

Enjoy horseshoes at On Top of the World florida retirement community. Just down the street from del webb florida.

Horseshoes
Ready, aim and toss…it’s a ringer at the horseshoe pits! With nine (9) playing areas, residents enjoy leagues, inter-community teams and special events.

That's right, On Top of the World has their very own miniature golf course.

Miniature Golf
With 18 holes, this miniature course is just right to practice putting skills and take pleasure in the healthful benefits that come from enjoying the outdoor environment.

Fitness

The Recreation Center

The Recreation Center building at our Florida retirement community hosts many services and recreational activities for residents of OTOW Central neighborhoods, Candler Hills neighborhoods and Indigo East residents who purchased the Gateway of Services Pass.

Large group exercise room with fitness class programming
The Fitness Center includes full workout area, sauna, steam room and hot tub.
Racquetball Courts
Olympic-sized swimming pool
And more!

The Arbors
Activity Center, Fitness Center and Conference Center

Arbor Activity Center includes an expanded billiards room with 12 tables, a Poker room, 3 card rooms, a table tennis room, and an electronic game room.

The Arbor Fitness Center offers state-of-the-art exercise equipment, group fitness rooms, a TRX fitness room and is the hub of tennis and aquatic activity. The Arbor Fitness Center is where you’ll find both indoor and outdoor pools. The heated Olympic-sized indoor pool is home to the Aqua-Aerobic classes and lap swimmers. Water relaxation is prevalent at the outdoor pool and jacuzzi where you can choose to sit and relax while you enjoy the Florida sunshine. The facility also provide men’s and women’s showers and locker rooms.

The Arbor Conference Center features large meeting rooms perfect for most resident clubs, large or small.

Restaurants

Choose from three different restaurants at On Top of the World. From casual dining, to pub-style atmosphere, to morning coffee and deli sandwiches…the variety is well balanced for all.

The Pub
Enjoy lunch, dinner, and a full service bar in a casual atmosphere. The Pub is the ideal location to meet old friends and make new ones and enjoy a delicious meal. Good Friends, Good Food, Good Place!

The Club at Candler Hills
Whether you come in for lunch or cocktails and a light dinner, you are sure to be impressed with gorgeous views of the greens and the delicious menu offerings. Don’t forget to leave room for dessert!

Sid’s Coffee Shop & Deli
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and lunch with friends. Located just outside the gates in Circle Square Commons, Sid’s is a local favorite.

Circle Square Commons

Circle Square Commons is becoming the heart of the hometown atmosphere at On Top of the World Communities. Offering a variety of daily choices, Circle Square Commons is an entertainment and social hub for not only OTOW residents, but the general public as well. Master the Possibilities Education Center, The World Design Studio, The Ranch Fitness Center & Spa, Circle Square Cultural Center, Sid’s Coffee Shop & Deli, Mr. B’s Big Scoop Ice Cream & Smoothies Shop and The Town Square are now open, along with other retails vendors.

The Ranch Fitness Center & Spa at On Top of the World Florida retirement community.

The Ranch
Fitness Center & Spa
State-of-the-art cardiovascular and strength training equipment and features an exclusive selection of specialized massages, facials, body wraps, and hair and nail services. The Ranch also features private men and women’s saunas, steam rooms, locker rooms and personal amenities – so that you feel truly pampered in this lavish retreat.

Best Places to Retire Include Premier entertainment at Circle Square Cultural Center at On Top of the World Florida retirement community.

Circle Square
Cultural Center
Top name entertainment for the Ocala area, featuring spectacular events and performers every year. With seating for over 830 guests theatre style, you’ll have an incredible concert experience in this unique intimate setting. This beautiful auditorium also hosts theatrical productions, dances, conventions, expos, fundraising events, and more.

Weekly Farmers Market at On Top of the World Florida retirement community.

Farmer’s Market
The Farmer’s Market provides healthy, fresh, local produce and other assorted local value-added food & non-food products to the residents of and visitors to the community. The Town Square also serves as a great central meeting place where you can relax, dance, meet with neighbors or friends and simply enjoy the day.

Retail

Mr. B’s Big Scoop
Sid’s Coffee Shop & Deli
Bridgenet Wireless
On Top of the World Real Estate
First Federal Bank
Marion Title & Escrow Company
McLeod Financial Group
Senior Health Plus, Inc.
Visiting Angels
VIP Primary Care

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*On Top of the World will continue to adhere to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization’s recommendations, and state guidelines regarding safe travel and social distancing. Therefore, offers dates are subject to change and/or may be limited by availability. At least one guest must be 55 years of age or older to participate in our World Tour Adventure. Offer valid through April 30, 2021. All guests must be at least 18 years of age. Offers valid only for customers interested in purchasing a new home. A tour with one of our knowledgeable Sales Associates is required. Accommodations are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. A 3 Day/2 Night World Tour Adventure is $249.00; rates subject to sales tax. Offer can be withdrawn at any time. Must qualify to be eligible for a World Tour Adventure. A $249.00 cancellation fee applies if reservation is cancelled within 7 days of stay. See Sales Associate for details. On Top of the World Communities, LLC., Ocala, Florida, a 55+ community. On Top of the World Communities reserves the right to change or withdraw any offer at any time. Prices, features, and specifications are subject to change without notice.