If you are going to retire soon, maybe you are checking out retirement communities. There are many that might appeal. Perhaps you have a particular state in mind.

You may look at retirement communities in Arizona, California, or Florida. Maybe New Mexico or New York have what you want.

Perhaps you want to stay somewhere truly unique during your Golden Years, though. Let’s look at some options right now.

The Palace at Coral Gables

The Palace at Coral Gables is incredibly luxurious. There is five-star service, fine dining, and many social activities. The Four Seasons George V Hotel inspired it.

NoHo Senior Arts Colony

In North Hollywood, you will find the NoHo Senior Arts Center. It is one of the best spots for older artists and anyone who has creative energy. You will find retired Hollywood actors and writers living there.

Aegis Gardens

Aegis Gardens in California pays tribute to Asian culture. You can get traditional Cantonese and Mandarin cuisine there. The staff speaks fluent Chinese, as well as English. You can also take Tai Chi and enjoy playing Mahjong with your friends.

Lake Weir Living

Lake Weir is in central Florida. There, you can enjoy boats, RVs, hot rods, Harleys, and more. This is not a retirement community for the faint of heart.

On Top of the World

On Top of the World, also in Florida, is where you can continue meeting your fitness goals long into your retirement. There are softball fields, racquetball courts, and gyms with top-of-the-line exercise equipment.  

Lasell Village

In Lasell Village, in Massachusetts, you have to spend at least 450 hours taking classes every year. This is ideal for older adults who never want to stop learning. You can also spend time in the heated swimming pools and Pilates classes.

Fountaingrove Lodge

At Fountaingrove Lodge, the LGBTQIA+ community lives and thrives. If this is how you identify, you can spend some with your peers in comfort and security. There’s a swimming pool, and you can also find tennis courts, a golf course, and more.

Escapees CARE

Escapees CARE is a community for older individuals who like RV travel but who now need help to continue doing so. Residents can stay right there in their RV, but they will get nursing care, housekeeping services, meal prep, and anything else they require.

Shantiniketan

At Shantiniketan, close to Orlando, residents are mainly from the Indian subcontinent. They will recognize many of the customs from that part of the world. There is an onsite prayer room, and there are many vegetarian food options as well.

Nalcrest

Nalcrest, located in south-central Florida, is for those older adults who were postal workers in their professional lives. The community first opened in the 1960s, when postal workers were paid very little. Nalcrest gives any former postal workers an affordable place to retire. The rent there is only $520 per month.

These are some of the most unique places where you can retire today, so think about whether any of them appeal.