COMMENT BY
Zelmer from Bella Vista, AR
COMMENT ABOUT PLACE
Bella Vista, AR
COMMENT
Nice but a few problems
Bella Vista is a lovely place, with a low cost of living (but increasing all the time) and extremely low crime rate. The town has Five decent golf courses, good for a city owned courses but not PGA ready, of course. It also has access to all of NW Arkansas with the University of Arkansas, many cultural outlets such as the great Chrystal Bridges American Art gallery and many lakes to enjoy with boating and fishing. NW Arkansas which includes Benton and Washington counties is quite wealthy and both Bella Vista and Fayetteville are listed as Best Places to Live or Retire by many publications. Now for the downside. Do not move here if you are a progressive or democratic voter. Arkansas voted for President Trump by over 64% and Bella Vista voting was over 85% for Trump. Both my wife and I are progressive (moderately but not liberal) and both of us have lost personal friends, racist attitudes are just under the surface. Also, because Bella Vista was built as a retirement community, we have no school system. The students are split between two different communities, so all students have to be bused or driven to school. Bentonville schools are excellent, however. Also no personal watercraft are allowed on the numerous lakes so don't bring your jet skis. All in all, a decent place for Republicans to live and enjoy their retirement.