APACHE JUNCTION, Ariz., Dec. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- It really couldn't be more beautiful this time of year. The seemingly endless sunny days. The warm afternoons. The comfortable evenings. 

In Arizona, that is.

Residents at Dolce Vita, an active adult community in Arizona, have the freedom to leave their cumbersome jackets in the closet and head out for any number of organized activities at the community's sprawling clubhouse without the need for mittens or a knit hat. 

And this year, Dolce Vita home buyers have a new option.  The community has introduced its Avanti model, a two-bedroom, two-bath floor plan that stretches 1,145 square feet.  The home starts at $94,900.

"The Avanti is one of our smaller models, but it offers all the amenities of a larger home," Lori Tuter, Dolce Vita sales and marketing director, said. "We are excited to be able to offer a smaller home, and add to our cache of models."

The Avanti features an island kitchen, a walk-in pantry and French doors that lead to a screened-in porch. In addition, Dolce Vita offers buyers a wide range of aesthetic options related to fixtures and countertops.

Dolce Vita homes are Energy Star qualified and sit against a backdrop of incredible views of the Superstition Mountains where residents are part of a rich, active community. The community offers residents a wide range of options when it comes to activities, including pickleball, crafting, poker tournaments, and Zumba. A sprawling clubhouse is the hub of the community, where residents welcome grandkids to the movie room, owners search for a new read in the library, and pool sharks find the corner pocket in the billiard room.

About Dolce Vita

Located at the edge of Gold Canyon, Dolce Vita is an affordable, active adult community featuring resort-style amenities, superior mountain views and outstanding floor plans from the high 80s. Dolce Vita has been repeatedly named one of the best 50 places to retire, by Where to Retire Magazine.  For more information call (480) 288-1818 or visit www.dolce-vita-az.com. Follow Dolce Vita on Facebook (facebook.com/DolceVitalving) and Twitter (@dolcevitaliving).

SOURCE Dolce Vita