
Accessory Dwelling Units: Everything You Need to Know
Welcome to the ADU enthusiasts’ happy place! Whether you’re seeking to maximize your property’s value,...
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Welcome to the ADU enthusiasts’ happy place! Whether you’re seeking to maximize your property’s value,...
The Village and The Hamlet are perfectly located in the small town of Flat Rock,...
Are you considering the snowbird lifestyle? It makes sense! Many adults are desiring more months...
When furnishing a new home or redecorating your current living space, it is important to...
There are few things better than starting the day sitting on your front porch, sipping...
Simple Life originated on the premise of a unique way of living. We often talk...
At The Hamlet, we offer a unique way of living. It is a true tiny...
Hosting goes beyond just providing a space for guests. It’s about creating a warm and...
At Lakeshore, you can now add a guest cottage onto select lots. These cottages sit...
In this series, we will be sharing weekly recipes to add to your repertoire. You...
It’s that time of year where the weather warms up, the plants are in bloom,...
Meal prepping has become very popular among the 9-5-ers of the world. It makes life...
Our tiny homes at the Hamlet come as small as 399 square feet. With that,...
In today’s world, it can be challenging to be present. Most of us are always...
Yoga was developed over 5,000 years ago, becoming a widely practiced form of exercise and...
Florida has long been a dream destination for outdoor enthusiasts, active adults, and retirees, who...
The locations of all Simple Life communities are thoughtfully chosen. Our communities are designed to...
In more recent years, the topic of being “greener” or more eco-friendly has become popular,...
One of the best things about starting a new year is getting a fresh start....
Downsizing is a relatively simple concept – it involves simplifying your possessions, decreasing space, changing...
If you’re a house hunter looking to simplify the buying or building process, opting for...
Choosing to live in a smaller home has an abundance of personal and practical benefits...
Old homes and communities offer a sense of nostalgia, but some are far beyond their “use...
When we think about Valentine’s Day, most of us would think about couples, romantic dates,...
If you live in one of today’s tiny houses or small homes, you may find...
For us Floridians, there aren’t many opportunities to enjoy hot drinks – usually, we reach...
“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change the way...
Today is the day! You have booked your flight, packed your bags, and you’re turning...
If you’ve heard of squats, lunges, or push-ups, you’re already familiar with the concept of...
It should go without saying that maintaining good health goes together with a good and...
The possibilities for creating the perfect outdoor space are endless – but we’ve pinned down...
Enjoying alone time is natural. Solitude can be healthy, giving you opportunity to de-stress, reflect,...
When you think of arts and crafts, you may picture elementary school children using safety...
Having a smaller kitchen space doesn’t mean you have to give up making your favorite...
Florida wetlands teem with native flora and fauna, some of which are regular sights at...
Downsizing isn’t a one and done activity – it takes dedication, reflective thinking, and even...
How do you typically spend your time at Lakeshore? Do you engage in activities that...
When the first flower blooms on a plant that you have been caring for, it...
There’s nothing better than the feeling of drinking a cool, refreshing drink on a scorching...
Determining the type of house that will best suit your needs is just as important...
Envoy Groups are one of the best ways for residents to get involved in their...
It’s that time of the year! The time where friends and family gather together, traveling...
Here in Florida, we make Christmas as festive as can be. Lights, trees, flamingos dressed...
I gave you some Florida themed recipes, now it’s time for some good North Carolina...
Thanksgiving, the absolute favorite holiday for some, is upon us once again. The usual spread...
From the artistic city of Asheville to the ski slopes of Boone, North Carolina offers...
Asheville is one of the most popular cities in North Carolina- and for good reason....
Residents at Simple Life have the opportunity to get involved in their community in a...
Fall is many people’s favorite season- beloved for its seasonal scents and treats, the beauty...
We are excited to announce the coming of several brand-new amenities at our Lakeshore community!...
What’s not to love about one pot recipes? They save time, make less dishes, and...
Beautiful, warm, summertime weather often inspires us to get outside and get active. From gardening...
There may come a time in your life when you wonder ‘what exactly do I...
Over the years, our Sunny Isle home has become increasingly popular at Lakeshore. If you’ve...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yE2ZyM06Kuc Friday, April 17 was everything Simple Life hoped it would be! The sun was...
Dozens of people were on hand last Friday, to celebrate in the official opening of...
On Saturday, April 17, 2021 Lakeshore is pleased to open its luxury Amenity Center with an open...
Nothing seems more inviting than a cottage home tucked away in the mountains of Western...
Lakeshore by Simple Life is peacefully tucked away under a gorgeous live oak canopy with stunning...
There is no shortage of things to do within the gates of Lakeshore by Simple...
At Simple Life we understand that “community” can play an essential role in one’s sense...
The first residents moved in and amenities are on track to open early February 2021...
Downsizing is never easy, but it can be especially overwhelming when it involves outdoor recreation...
A collection of Simple Life homes is more than a neighborhood, it’s a community. Life...
From storage and workspaces to home libraries and art studios, the Studio Shed is the backyard shed,...
Success in America was once measured by the bigger job, the bigger car, the bigger...
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American spends only 7% of their...
If there is one thing that differing cultures have in common, it is the love...
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my...
Oxford, Fla. – (April XX, 2020) Simple Life, the company that believes you should live...
Across the globe people are being asked to “stay at home” in order to help...
Since we are living in the prime time of technology development, high-speed internet is included...
Turning a tiny house into a happy home is the key to a happy life...
Living in a small space does not mean living with less. However, no matter if...
There is nothing quite like gathering in the company of family and friends over the...
Home is where your RV is – the tried and true motto of many RV...
Got a lot of stuff you need to get rid of? Can’t figure out how to...
It’s time to design your life at Lakeshore! You can’t go wrong with any of...
It is inevitable. One way or another, you’re going to downsize. It is part of...
Life happens in stages. Childhood, school, jobs, marriages, children of our own, and so it...
People are often drawn to tiny houses by their charming, unique exteriors and undeniably minimalistic...
The modern tiny house movement has been trending for the better part of the last decade. From...
It’s official! Simple Life is naming its flagship Florida community Lakeshore! Located just outside The Villages,...
Simple Life’s newest community Lakeshore, which will provide 223+ tiny homes in a stunning, well...
While it may appear that Americans are working harder and wanting more out of life,...
There’s something to be said for the ease of moving into a pre-owned home in...
Simple Life because we hope that our residents will embrace a life less hectic than...
The temperatures in The Crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains are crisp and the area...