We are staying in a 5 star resort in Mesa, Az with free rent and utilities in exchange for 24hrs a week working at their poolside bar and grill...that's 12 hours each with free meals for each of us when we work and 50% discount at any other time.
I am not a "young' retiree at 69, but I truly enjoy working at the grill (plus I make good tips which I get to keep) two days a week for 6 hours. The park is nice with all the amenities you could want and our space has parking on the side and a nice poured patio.
Just another option if you want to enjoy the resort life but are priced out.
