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After over 25 years in Jamaica Bay, I am physically ill over what Cove has done to that community. Jamaica Bay used to be one of the best communities around. The amenities are not well kept. And some amenities have been cut. More cuts to amenities are expected. There are over 50 vacant lots. If you cannot afford to live there and you can’t sell your home, you have two options, demolished or move it. People are literally giving away their homes. I had to. Lot rent used to be manageable for people on a fixed income. The expected lot rent going forward is going to be at least 1600, a month from what I understand. Many people are paying more than that already.People who have been there for 20 or 30 years or not gonna be able to withstand that kind of a hit. The former owners Uni Prop at least worked with people on the increasing lot rents. Cove does not care about human beings. We are just $$$$$$ signs. The current manager treats the residence like we are living in a juvenile detention system. We are all adults who have worked all of our lives looking forward to retirement in the paradise known as Florida. For so many this is turned into a nightmare. I would caution anyone to not purchase a home in a Cove Community.

I have lived in Jamaica Bay in Fort Myers for 13 years. It used to be an enjoyable place to live. Then, COVE TOOK OVER! It is now a living Hell! The park Resident manager is absolutely a nightmare! She belongs as far away from any customer SERVICE job as possible. She is lacking communication skills, common sense, any management skills whatsoever! Her only style of management, is authoritative, rude, inflexible, and a bully! Anyone who can afford to move has. People are literally giving away their homes, just to get out!!! What was once paradise to live in, is now a living hell from this woman and the company she works for, as they obviously support this behavior.

Great spot Super people

Great place to retire. Many amenities to do. We just bought a place there. Shopping and eateries close by.

I’m glad that River Vista was so quick to fix the problem! They had the environmental people out right away and were able to fix the problem. It was a breakdown of the bacteria that is necessary for the digestion of the waste. Too many people using too much chemicals in their own systems. Be careful about putting detergents down the drains, especially commercial toilet bowl cleaners. The whole BIOME had to be rebuilt. River Vista did a good job getting the problem fixed. It took a while to rebuild the BIOME but I think it is fixed now. Thanks River Vista!!!! River Vista is still my favorite park! ( Two weeks ago I wrote: Something really needs done at River Vista in Ruskin Florida, the sewage smell is terrible, many people planning to move out if it is not fixed ! ) Great park! Great people GREAT Management!!!!

I would like to give a shout out to Chad McCumber, the manager at Blueway RV resort. We recently had a manager meeting where Chad updated us on the latest happenings at our resort. He then took questions and gave answers until there were no more questions. I greatly appreciate his transparency. It has helped me to decide to stay here one more year. I also want to commend Chad on his ability to motivate his staff to go out of their way to help us solve any issues we have. His positive attitude and that of his staff makes Blueway a happy place that I look forward to coming back to next year. Through Chad, I believe Blueway and Cove Communities understands and appreciates loyalty. I am also grateful that Chad has fostered a group of ambassadors that donate their time and talents to make this place full of activities and opportunities to meet other wonderful people. I have been here eight years and have gone through several managers, and I must say Chad and his team represent the best of the best. I also appreciate Cove’s commitment to continually improve our wonderful park. I am looking forward to the new clubhouse next year and another great season where guests become friends and friends become family.

Don’t buy into the hype! They flat out suck! All Cove is concerned about is making money! They care less about their residents! Higher rent and no amenities! Yard service? What a joke! They buy the cheapest service available which does not trim or edge! The infrastructure is 40 years old. Water goes out all the time! Needs upgrades but they will not spend the money to make it right! They need a huge law suite!!, where being kicked out of our mouse infested s hole for missing a payment for $75....!!!!all there after is MONEY AND NOTHING ELSE, DON'T EVER THINK OF COVE... SAVE YOUR FAMILY AND MONEY, THE RENT FOR OUR S HOLE HAS GONE UP BY $250!!! AND FOR WHAT, WE GET NOTHING ELSE,NO REPAIRS NOTHING...13 MONTHS AND WAITING FOR A NEW DISHWASHER!! 8WEEKS WITH OUT HEAT,IN WINTER... THE LIST GOES ON... DON'T GO ANYWHERE NEAR COVE PROPERTY UNLESS YOU WANT A LIFE OF MISERY!!

Customer service is Five Stars. As a potential future resident, they have answered all of my questions in a timely manner. However, after being redirected to the reviews page & seeing all of the negative input, it raises a lot more questions. I will be looking elsewhere.