Shared-living footsteps from Florida's indulgent Sawmill resort. Affordable residences for gay GI Bill students and military retirees in a socially connected community.
Furnished private bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, bidet toilets, individual climate control, and fiber internet for one-third of the county's GI Bill housing allowance.
Adjacent to the Bachelor Barracks, Sawmill is a vibrant 21+ clothing-optional resort community with year-round entertainment, a lively social scene, and a welcoming straight-friendly atmosphere. An all-access membership is available for $100 per month, providing unlimited entry with no day-pass fees.
Guests enjoy live entertainment, multiple bars, cruising grounds, a private lake, heated pool, restaurant, spa, daily activities, and themed weekends. A diverse mix of regulars and newcomers creates a dynamic community atmosphere, offering countless opportunities to meet people and build lasting connections, Sawmill has become one of the premier destinations for gay men in the Southeast.
Residents enjoy access to a shared dining room, kitchenette, and gym designed for community and convenience.
As an optional amenity, a planned Clean Eatz-inspired meal service provides affordable, nutritious, fresh, locally prepared, ready-to-heat meals tailored to a variety of dietary needs and fitness goals.
A variety of GI Bill-approved schools are located within commuting distance of the Bachelor Barracks, giving residents access to educational opportunities across a wide range of fields and programs.
Veterans who enroll in at least one in-person course each term while completing additional coursework online generally qualify for the full in-person GI Bill housing allowance, helping maximize the value of their education benefits.
| VA School Listing | Website | Miles | Minutes | GI Students | BAH | Hybrid / Online | Yellow Ribbon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolly Monroe Beauty Academy | dollymonroe.edu | 28.3 | 44 | 17 | $2,709 | Yes | No |
| Wilton Simpson Technical College | hernandoschools.org | 21.9 | 30 | 21 | $2,850 | No | - |
| Jersey College-Brooksville | jerseycollege.edu | 19.0 | 27 | 0 | $2,850 | No | No |
| Access Computer Training LLC | accesscomputertraining.com | 33.3 | 39 | 6 | $2,709 | No | No |
| Thomas M Cooley Law School | cooley.edu | 37.3 | 39 | 11 | $2,709 | Yes | Yes |
| Keiser University-Lakeland | keiseruniversity.edu | 34.9 | 51 | 292 | $2,250 | Yes | Yes |
| Career Tech LLC | careertech.edu | 36.9 | 53 | 5 | $2,250 | No | No |
| Rasmussen University-Central Pasco | rasmussen.edu | 38.0 | 47 | 77 | $2,709 | Yes | Yes |
| Pasco-Hernando State College | phsc.edu | 40.9 | 51 | 700 | $2,709 | Yes | - |
| University of South Florida | usf.edu | 37.9 | 44 | 2,392 | $2,709 | Yes | Yes |
| Florida Polytechnic University | floridapoly.edu | 40.8 | 60 | 90 | $2,250 | Yes | - |
| Online Only | ‑ | 0 | 0 | - | $1,198 | Yes | - |
Schools marked with a "-" do not participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which helps eligible veterans cover tuition and fees that exceed the Post-9/11 GI Bill benefit. However, tuition at these public institutions is typically fully covered by the Post-9/11 GI Bill for eligible veterans, resulting in little to no out-of-pocket cost.
A strategic first step toward a broader vision, this project reduces risk and builds operational experience while laying the foundation for a larger-scale Hunk House development.
The Bachelor Barracks is currently in the planning and development stage. If you're interested in becoming a future resident, complete the form below to receive project updates, construction milestones, opening announcements, and information about future housing opportunities. Joining the interest list also helps demonstrate demand and guide future planning for the community.