Each one of our cottages caters to different needs and desires. Some are designed for those wanting only…

We are excited to announce the coming of several brand-new amenities at our Lakeshore community! Bocce Court Just…

What’s not to love about one pot recipes? They are time saving. They involve less washing up and…

All Simple Life communities provide exclusive, state of the art amenities right outside resident’s doors. It is our…

Beautiful, warm, summertime weather often inspires us to get outside and get active. From gardening to softball, riding…

It may seem counter intuitive, after all you’ve committed to downsizing, and now you’re considering owning not one…

There may come a time in your life when you wonder ‘what exactly do I value?’ Take comfort…

I love IKEA. I have loved it since I first heard the store name on an old episode…

Yoga is the perfect fitness choice for a cottage home, as it can provide a full body mind,…

Each one of our residents is an important part of Simple Life. Everyone has their own story and…

Living among adults over the age of 55, or with neighbors of all-ages is a matter of personal…

Who doesn’t love a good front porch? At Simple Life, we love back porches as well but our…

Due to size and configuration, hallways and transition spaces in cottage homes are often neglected, unused areas. However,…

The Sunny Isle Cottage is Lakeshore’s newest, two-bedroom, two-bathroom home with more living space than any other cottage….

It’s quite common for the main concern surrounding downsizing to be the comfort and livability of a right-sized…

At Simple Life, we meet a lot of interesting people. Amanda is one of them. A wonderful, professional…

Right-sized living is a conscious choice for a simpler lifestyle that closely fits homeowners’ desires and needs. Buyers…

Friday, April 17 was everything Simple Life hoped it would be! The sun was high in the sky,…

DIY home maintenance can be intimidating. Especially if you’re like me and don’t consider yourself a particularly “handy”…

On Saturday, April 17, 2021 Lakeshore is pleased to open its luxury Amenity Center with an open house…

Nothing seems more inviting than a cottage home tucked away in the mountains of Western North Carolina. However,…

Lakeshore by Simple Life is peacefully tucked away under a gorgeous live oak canopy with stunning views of…

With spring just around the corner, plants are beginning to bloom outdoors, and the air is getting warmer….

Whether living in 1,000 square feet or 400 square feet, there is a prevalent need to make the…

Life at Lakeshore by Simple Life includes a 3,500 sq. ft. amenity center with a pool, fitness center,…

Florida has long been a dream destination for outdoor enthusiasts, active adults, and retirees, who have lived through…

What makes a simple life? At Simple Life small cottage home communities in Oxford, Florida, and Flat Rock,…

Christmas is an extraordinary time in Central Florida and more specifically at Lakeshore in Oxford, Florida. With temperatures…

Place matters. According to a 2019 study by the American Enterprise Institute, people who live in communities rich…

At Simple Life we understand that “community” can play an essential role in one’s sense of belonging, purpose,…

There is no reason to postpone your dream lifestyle! Lakeshore in Oxford, FL has several beautiful, turn-key, quick…

A large factor in transitioning to a tiny cottage home lifestyle is the ability to spend less time…

Downsizing is never easy, but it can be especially overwhelming when it involves outdoor recreation equipment, a.k.a. big…

A collection of Simple Life homes is more than a neighborhood, it’s a community. Life inside the gates…

Now more than ever the modern tiny house movement is gaining traction across the US. More and more…

From storage and workspaces to home libraries and art studios, the Studio Shed is the backyard shed, re-imagined…

Success in America was once measured by the bigger job, the bigger car, the bigger house. As Bob…

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American spends only 7% of their life outside! Luckily,…

15 years ago country singer Tracy Lawrence wrote a song titled “If the World Had a Front Porch”….

At Simple Life we know that shopping for and exploring new cottage homes is one way many people…

For most of us, some of the best travel memories include discovering the flavors and culture of a…

“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say…

Comfort food. Family recipes. Breaking bread. Food has always been an important part of what makes a home….

While we stay safe at home, our conception of “home” takes on even greater meaning. Safety. Comfort. Family….

Across the globe people are being asked to “stay at home” in order to help stop the spread…

Moving to a Simple Life community is about more than just moving into a tiny house cottage. It…

The simple life has undoubtedly brought more happiness than you ever expected. Each evening when you return home…

Since we are living in the prime time of technology development, high-speed internet is included in the lifestyle…

Simple Life creates and operates small cottage home communities throughout the Southeastern US with private amenities for people…

The tiny house cottage lifestyle is becoming more and more popular all across the United States. And why…

Turning a tiny house into a happy home is the key to a happy life and making new…

Living in a small space does not mean living with less. However, no matter if your cottage is…

There is nothing quite like gathering in the company of family and friends over the holidays. However, hosting…

Recently named to TripAdvisor’s list of 12 Charming Small Towns In The South With Warm Hospitality & Abundant Natural…

Home is where your RV is – the tried and true motto of many RV dwellers who answer…

Are you considering the snowbird lifestyle? It makes sense! Many adults are desiring more months of mild weather…

You should never begrudge downsizing your kitchen from a gourmet masterpiece to a streamlined galley. In fact, there…

Got a lot of stuff you need to get rid of? Can’t figure out how to downsize it all…

Transitioning into a tiny home cottage can be a freeing and fun process! But it can also require…

It is inevitable. One way or another, you’re going to downsize. It is part of letting go and…

When you move into a Simple Life community you are immediately met by welcoming neighbors that are outdoor-oriented,…

Seems luxurious, doesn’t it? Two homes of your own. Maybe one in the mountains and one on the…

Life happens in stages. Childhood, school, jobs, marriages, children of our own, and so it goes. During times…

People are often drawn to tiny houses by their charming, unique exteriors and undeniably minimalistic form. In under…

The home and its surroundings are just as it says – tranquil! This gorgeous cottage available in Simple…

Whether it’s the 100+ heat index of Florida’s summer, the bright reds and oranges of leaf season in…

The modern tiny house movement has been trending for the better part of the last decade. From festivals…

Part of the beauty of living in a Simple Life community is the ease of living. The Village…

Springtime in Simple Life communities in Flat Rock, North Carolina has residents planting flowers, gardening and enjoying the…

It’s official! Simple Life is naming its flagship Florida community Lakeshore! Located just outside The Villages, Florida, in Oxford, Lakeshore…

You might assume it’s a BIG adjustment moving into a TINY home. However, Simple Life residents often tell…

Builders and developers have spent the past several years trying to design their own blueprint for low-impact development….

Designing a tiny home requires careful consideration of how people live in their space and an equal amount…

Simple Life searched for the perfect location to launch its flagship tiny home community it became apparent that Flat Rock, North Carolina presented all of the elements necessary to be successful.

Simple Life’s newest community, which will provide 220 tiny homes in a stunning, well manicured and amenity-filled development located just west of 301 off CR 466.

Simple Life Property Manager, “we are all perfect examples of what Marie Kondo demonstrates. Except I’m pretty sure we were doing it before she made it popular.”

Simple Life in Flat Rock, North Carolina. Apartment Therapy, one of the nation’s most popular home and décor sites, is dedicated to providing inspiration to its readers on how and where to live in a beautiful home.

Simple Life community? It’s actually quite simple! Our residents enjoy just the right amount of holiday spirit in their space. Downsizing doesn’t mean tossing your décor.

While it may appear that Americans are working harder and wanting more out of life, a recent survey by the National Association of Home Builders shows that more than half of Americans would consider living in a 600 square foot space.

There’s something to be said for the ease of moving into a pre-owned home in an already established and thriving tiny home community. The Village at Flat Rock, a sold out Simple Life community, currently has a rare resale opportunity!

Simple Life because we hope that our residents will embrace a life less hectic than they’re used to. We provide a community and a lifestyle that is good for the mind, body and soul.

You can ask any tiny homeowner at Simple Life and they will tell you, “Tiny home living does not mean living with limitations.” In fact, many will even say it brings a sense of freedom and creativity.

Simple Life communities are home to young couples, families with children and singles, the vast majority of its residents are baby boomers. A recent study published by AARP showed that nearly half of the market for tiny houses is made up of people older than 50.

Simple Life we didn’t really know what to expect…so we packed light. After a six-hour drive from Jacksonville, Florida as we made our way down the winding road into the community, we caught our first glimpse of a real tiny home.

The temperatures in The Crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains are crisp and the area is just days away from the highly anticipated change in foliage colors.