Retire to Albany, Georgia

 Albany, Georgia sits in the heart of the Deep South.  With its mossy oaks, hidden plantations, ripe juicy peaches and southern manners; Albany brings to life  the imaginings  of peace and serenity in the sultry South.

  Nestled only 100 miles from Tallahassee , 230 miles from Savannah and 180 miles from the outskirts of Atlanta, Albany offers the quiet of small city life.

 With mild winters averaging 65 degree highs, Albany is a must for those Northern Snowbirds!

 Enjoy golf in Albany, Georgia!!!  Statewide, Albany has more golf courses than any other city besides Atlanta.  Both public and private courses offer various levels of difficulty and entertainment. Play a round on the banks of the Flint River or in secluded country. Either way, your game will be unforgettable!

 Albany also has Geocaching, hiking, and walking trails! Private and public pool facilities, gyms, and organized sports are available. Canoes, motorboats, and lots of fish can be found at  the public boat landings throughout the city and surrounding area. Riverfront Park, the Flint Riverquarium,  Chehaw Wild Animal Park, and the Parks and Recreation Department offer many outdoor activities for the young or young at heart.

 Fishing and hunting are a huge part of the southern lifestyle. Plantations in the area host hunting parties for quail, deer, wild boar and  wingshooting. Privately owned and public land are available for lease or small membership dues during hunting seasons. Fly fishing and rod and reel can net bass, crappie, catfish, brim and perch. In fact, South Georgia holds the world record for the biggest largemouth bass ever caught at 22 pounds and 4 ounces!

 Albany has state of the art healthcare facilities as well as services for all areas of health - related issues. There are  many non - profit providers and clinics throughout Albany. Two major hospitals service the Greater Albany Area complete with cardiac, cancer, orthopedic, vascular, diabetes, stroke, childbirth and all other manner of specialties. Special fitness programs are available for senior citizens at low cost or covered by medicaid through various health facilities.

 Whether your tastes run from bowling to miniature golf, museums to the theatre, shopping to volunteer work; Albany has it all. Retire Albany and enjoy all that the golden years have to offer!