The Ford Plantation Named One of Nation’s Best Retirement Destinations

Nov. 9, 2009 - PRLog -- SAVANNAH, Ga. – Best Retirement Destinations, an independent retirement living resource, recently honored The Ford Plantation as one of the “Top 30 Best Retirement Destinations” in the United States for retirees on a budget between $1 million and $3 million.  


“This top ranking recognizes leaders in the industry,” said Robert J. Gusella, CCM, general manager at The Ford Plantation. “We’re delighted to receive this honor and to join other top private communities across the country on this elite list.”


For the final listing, Best Retirement Destinations ranked communities in categories including recreational activities, visual appeal, social networking and safety/security. Each community was evaluated in these areas and reviewed for the overall quality of the experience.  


A gated community with outstanding security, The Ford Plantation offers unparalleled private club living on an 1,800-acre site nestled beneath a thick canopy of mature live oaks overlooking the scenic Ogeechee River. Some of the exceptional amenities that residents enjoy include an acclaimed Pete Dye golf course, deepwater private marina that can accommodate boats up to 65 feet, fitness center, pool, day spa, fishing, sporting clays, stocked natural lakes, canoeing, kayaking, walking and hiking trails, tennis and equestrian facilities.  


Travel + Leisure Golf has repeatedly recognized The Ford Plantation as one of “America’s Top 100 Golf Communities.” Town & Country also magazine named The Ford Plantation one of the top seven safe havens in the country, spotlighting enclaves that offer an outstanding quality of life and exceptional amenities.


ABOUT FORD PLANTATION:

One of the nation’s leading luxury communities and private sporting clubs, Ford Plantation features 400 home sites nestled on 1,800 breathtaking acres. Located on the site of a former antebellum rice plantation, this majestic waterfront location once captivated the imagination of automobile magnate Henry Ford, who built a historic winter retreat on this lush property in the 1930’s.Today, this private sporting community features a challenging Pete Dye golf course, an on-site day spa, a deepwater marina, world-class equestrian center and state-of-the-art fitness center, as well as more than 10 miles of scenic horse, biking and hiking trails. For additional information about The Ford Plantation, please visit http://www.FordPlantation.com online or call 912.756.5666.

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