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Northwest Arkansas Living Well Bella Vista Village is a model community that offers . . . just about everything. By lance Elko Fishermen on loch lomond J ust minutes away from Bentonville, you’ll find a recreational and retirement destination that’s landed on the national radar — Bella Vista Village. U.S. News & World Report recently ranked the community as one of America’s Top 10 Healthy Places to Retire. And both Money magazine and CNNMoney.com named Bella Vista among the top 25 best places for affordable homes. Lots begin at $500 (lakefront properties are higher). The village is a member-based community of 26,000 residents; that’s larger than many towns in America, but it’s hardly crowded. Think 36,000 acres sprinkled with native streams 96 july 2013 usairwaysmag.com and hardwood forests, where natural beauty abounds. Established in 1965 as a recreational community, Bella Vista Village boasts seven lakes, eight golf courses, three large swimming pools, four walking trails, an RV park, and 12 tennis courts. Add in several recreation centers, fitness facilities, and rifle and pistol ranges, and it’s easy to see that residents have plenty of choices without venturing far from their front doors. Ten-year residents Mike and Linda Messerli say they couldn’t have chosen a better place to retire. “We enjoy golf and water activities every week, and we spend time volunteering at church, in the community, and with friends,” the couple says. And their families always look forward to visiting. Although retirement living is an obvious draw, the village is also a bedroom community for families working in Bentonville and nearby communities, according to Christy Attlesey, communications manager for the Bella Vista Village Property Owners Association. She notes that the village’s population is roughly half retirees and half working families. Recreation Golfers love Bella Vista Village. Residents and guests can choose from six http://www.CNNMoney.com http://www.usairwaysmag.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of US Airways - July 2013

US Airways - July 2013
Table of Contents
CEO Letter
From the Editor
Did You Know?
Making It Happen
Hot Spots: Family-Friendly Vacations
Wine & Dine: The Other Portland
Great Tastes: Benjamin Steakhouse
Wine & Dine: A Crafty Measure
Diversions: Fresh as You Please
Great Tastes: Savor
Great Escapes: Now Resorts & Spas
Adventure: Climbing Mt. Rainier
Travel Feature: Grand Cayman, the Epicure's Island
US Airways: Top Dogs
Special Section: Northwest Arkansas
Golf: Primland, a Course Apart
Special Section: North Carolina High Country
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Video Entertainment
Audio Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
Airport Terminal Maps
US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
US Airways MarketPlace®
Window or Aisle?

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