Retirement & Relocation
Featured Stories
Retiring in Style
Slye moved to the Shenandoah Valley in 1993, after living in Richmond, Va., Texas and New York. Here she found a quiet retreat where she could pursue her craft “from sheep to shawl,” volunteer at the Village Library, and more. more »
Oct 26, 2011 by Anna Maria Johnson in Retirement & Relocation
12 Retirement-Friendly Retreats
There’s much more to these locations than a great place to put your feet up after retirement. Each offers its own enticing attractions, activities and geographic gems that help retirees make the most of their work-free days. more »
Oct 26, 2011 by Jessica Wright in Retirement & Relocation
Coming Home
People of all ages are deciding to settle in the Blue Ridge. Here are three couples’ stories, and our annual selection of mountain communities... more »
Sep 1, 2008 by Michelle Skeen and Rebecca Tabor Armstrong in Retirement & Relocation
Retiring in the Mountains
If you're looking for white picket fences and close-knit neighborhoods, we've collected eight small towns, though eight more southern cities retain that small-town flavor and warmth, while offering the benefits of urban living. more »
May 4, 2008 by Blue Ridge Country Staff in Retirement & Relocation
Getting Way from it All
Prefer painting in oils or hiking in the woods? Looking for small-town quiet or big-city bustle? From health care to haute cuisine, here is 2007’s rundown of some of the best places to retire or relocate in the region. more »
Jul 1, 2007 by Marla Hardee Milling in Retirement & Relocation




