Anyone here live in Bedford? (Roanoke, Blue Ridge: taxes, living in, food)

[juniorG]

Hi...we are new to Bedford and love it here! Had all intentions of relocating to Roanaoke from Co.., but after we arrived, not loving it so much...so we took a ride and found Bedford!! What a sweet town, feel very lucky to have stumbled upon this little gem...

[j1n]

So you made it to VA! What did you end up finding for work and a place to live?
Do you feel like a flatlander now...after living in CO? Or are the Blue Ridge Mountains enough mountain for you?

[Ryleigh]

My husband and I live in Bedford County; we go to church and get farm supplies in Bedford and we work in Roanoke. I love Bedford too! It's charming, and everyone is so nice. I'm glad you like it there.

[PaperTrail]

Hi juniorG,
I'm Ryleigh's husband, and I wanted to also welcome you to the Bedford area. We absolutely love it out here!

I never really embraced a small-town atmosphere before living near Bedford -- and life seems perfect this way. The people here are friendly and respectful, and being sandwiched between Smith Mountain Lake and the Peaks of Otter is a lot of fun.

Let us know if we can help in any way or offer any suggestions for you.

[badger74]

Great food in the country outside Bedford.


Millstone Tearoom -- Bedford Gourmet? - Roanoke.com

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[jeffreyclay]

My marriage brought me here from Roanoke in 1984. I really came to enjoy the 'small town' speed and lifestyle. After my wife died in '96 friends were surprised that I chose to remain in Bedford since I had work and connections to Roanoke. I felt like leaving Roanoke for the evening to sleep in Bedford was a form of decompressing a stressful day.
The only downside has been the rising taxes and fees for homeowners.