Del Webb Oasis by Del Webb- 55+ Retirement Community

    Del Webb Oasis by Del Webb- 55 Retirement Community, 13055 Sandcastle Dr, Winter Garden, FL, 34787
    4.5 · 52 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    2.0

    Beautiful community, disappointing ongoing service

    I love the location, floor plan and amenities - the clubhouse, courts and friendly neighbors - and many sales and construction staff (Elizabeth, Jason and others) were professional and helpful, making the purchase and move-in smooth. However I've endured 16+ months of pending repairs, ignored complaints, vendors scheduled while I was out of town, a fridge failure that wasted groceries and led to costly/confusing repairs, extra unexpected expenses, and poor handling of my refund request after a medical issue. Beautiful community and great people, but ongoing quality and service failures make me regret buying and I would not recommend living here.

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    4.54 · 52 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      4.8
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Highly professional and dedicated staff
    • Numerous named staff praised (Elizabeth, Josh, Ken, Jason, Danny, Cory, Adam, Alex, Sam, Dalton, Nate)
    • Smooth, efficient purchasing and closing process
    • Prompt responses from many sales and construction team members
    • High-quality home construction praised by inspectors
    • Well-managed design center and helpful sales consultants
    • Responsive construction managers who treat builds as their own
    • Many reviewers reported quick build timelines
    • Warm, friendly, and welcoming community atmosphere
    • Strong social amenities (clubhouse, pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts)
    • Attractive location (close to Disney and central Florida attractions)
    • Variety of floor plans and model homes to choose from
    • Well-established, respected developer with supportive partners (title, home insurance, Pulte Financial)
    • Helpful accommodations for individual needs (ADA home examples, assistance during medical setbacks)
    • Active residents and many community activities
    • Good communication during sales and construction for many buyers
    • Some reviewers reported five-star overall experience and would recommend
    • Assistance with closing costs reported by some buyers
    • Homes described as gorgeous and well finished

    Cons

    • Non-refundable deposit and contract cancellation disputes
    • Denial/refusal of deposit refunds in extenuating circumstances
    • Perceived lack of compassion or poor handling of personal crises
    • Warranty service slow or unresponsive in some cases
    • Long unresolved repair requests (reports up to 16+ months)
    • Significant unexpected repair costs (appliance, plumbing) and warranty confusion
    • Inconsistent build quality reports—some praise and some significant defects
    • Community rules restricting fencing for villas and pet limitations
    • Scheduling of vendor or repair visits without resident consent or while residents are away
    • Market downturn concerns affecting future resale/pricing
    • High cost of homes and concerns about expensive extras
    • Some residents regret purchase and would not recommend

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews of Del Webb Oasis is largely positive but with clear, recurring caveats. A strong majority of reviewers praise the sales and construction teams for professionalism, responsiveness, and helpfulness. Multiple staff members are singled out by name (Elizabeth, Josh, Ken, Jason, Danny, Cory, Adam, Alex, Sam, Dalton, Nate), with specific anecdotes describing above-and-beyond service—expedited move-ins, clear explanations of construction details, and construction managers who treated the home as their own. Many buyers reported a smooth and efficient purchasing and closing process, timely build completion, attractive model homes and floor plan options, and good support from related partners such as title companies, insurance, and financing. The community itself is repeatedly described as warm, friendly, and active, with desirable amenities including a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, and proximity to Disney and central Florida attractions. Several reviewers emphasize the quality of the finished homes and note that independent inspectors praised the high standards observed.

    Despite the many positive experiences, there are several significant negative themes that appear repeatedly and should be considered by prospective buyers. The most serious issues involve post-purchase problems: some residents report slow or unresponsive warranty service, long delays for repairs (one account cites 16+ months pending), and cases of substantial out-of-pocket costs for items that buyers expected to be covered. Specific examples include refrigerator failure with costly repairs and lost groceries, plumbing repairs exceeding $200, and confusion over appliance warranties. A few commenters express that repair scheduling and vendor coordination were mishandled (e.g., scheduling work while residents were out of town), and some feel that the builder did not stand behind the product in their case. These negative service experiences stand in contrast to the many reports of quick and professional warranty handling from other residents, indicating inconsistency in post-closing support.

    Contract and policy issues also emerged as a notable concern. At least one reviewer described a personal hardship (serious illness) and attempted contract cancellation only to be denied a refund of a non-refundable deposit, reporting a perceived lack of compassion and an inability to unwind the purchase despite changed circumstances. There are additional policy-based complaints about community rules—specifically restrictions on fencing for villas and limitations on certain pet accommodations—which influenced at least one buyer to seek alternative communities. Market conditions and pricing are a further concern for some: several comments point to high overall cost, unexpected expensive extras, and worries about resale value in a market downturn. A small but vocal subset of reviewers regret their purchase and advise caution, citing a mix of financial stress from repairs and dissatisfaction with company responses.

    Taken together, the dominant patterns suggest Del Webb Oasis provides a high-quality product and a largely positive community experience when sales, construction, and warranty teams perform as many reviewers describe—professional, communicative, and helpful. The community amenities, location, and social atmosphere are consistently praised and appear to deliver on the lifestyle promise of a 55+ active-lifestyle community. However, prospective buyers should do additional due diligence on contract terms (especially deposit and cancellation policies), clarify warranty coverage and response times for post-closing repairs, and confirm community rules regarding fencing and pets. It may also be prudent to document expectations for vendor scheduling and follow-up procedures for repairs. In summary: the development is generally well-regarded for staff, design, amenities, and community feel, but there are real and recurring concerns about consistency in warranty service, handling of exceptional circumstances, and potential unexpected costs that buyers should explicitly verify before purchasing.

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    About Del Webb Oasis by Del Webb- 55+ Retirement Community

    Del Webb Oasis by Del Webb is a 55+ retirement community in Winter Garden, FL, about two miles from Orlando's popular theme park, and the place has a focus on active adult living, with single-family and villa homes ranging from about 1,579 to more than 3,400 square feet, offering 2, 3, or 4 bedrooms and up to 4 bathrooms, and several plans like Ellenwood, Prosperity, Mystique, Mainstay, Palmary, Prestige, Mainstay Grand, Mystique Grand, Stardom, Stellar, Reverence, and Renown, with some lots marked for customization. Del Webb Oasis operates under the Del Webb brand, known for building active adult communities, and this community offers features aimed at retirees, like a 14,000 square foot clubhouse, the 27,000 square foot Hammock Club, coffee bar, lounge, dining room, guest parking, wine lockers, and a fitness center and salon/barbershop for health and wellness, and you'll find spaces for social connection like parlors, entertainment areas, a game and activities room, outdoor activity spaces, pickleball courts, kitchens, and cafes. The community has features like WiFi, cable TV, housekeeping, kitchens and kitchenettes, washers and dryers, safety and handicap features, sprinkler systems, and scheduled tours, both real-time video and in-person, for folks interested in moving there.

    People who live here can access personal care like bathing and toileting help, walking wheelchair assistance, transportation services, occupational therapy, nurses, podiatry, wound care, medication support, and other care services, with options for assisted living, independent living, nursing home care, and memory care for those who need it, all under names like The Palace at Coral Gables or The Monarch at Coconut Creek, depending on the area, and these services show up in several Florida communities including Miami, Orlando, West Palm Beach, and Fort Myers. The staff includes personal care assistants, and the facility serves meals, provides dining options, offers long term care insurance, and plans activities like arts and crafts, social gatherings, educational programs, and health and wellness events, all supporting residents 55 and older with an aim toward independent living, but there's also support for those with more needs, like memory care for people with cognitive impairments. Del Webb Oasis tries to make it easy for folks to buy, sell, or rent homes, with a search function, member portal called the Del Webb Portal, construction standards, a 10-year warranty, maintenance, an easy homebuying process, mortgage support through Pulte Mortgage, home guides, and a blog, and they keep things up to standard with scheduled service requests and homeowner support. The neighborhood encourages social interaction and runs like a small community, where neighbors often see each other at programs, in shared indoor and outdoor spaces, or just out for a walk. There's a model park open daily for tours, and nearby schools with GreatSchools ratings, so the area can feel welcoming to older adults who might have visiting family. The overall approach is to make sure people 55 years and older have a comfortable, active, and connected life with options for extra care as needs change, and the Del Webb Oasis calls this "The Del Webb Lifestyle," with plenty of choices and ways to participate depending on what someone is looking for at this stage in life.

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