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Bayview Loudon, TN
Loudon County
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Among the fastest-growing retirement communities in the state of Tennessee, Loudon County was voted one of the top 100 places by Where to Retire magazine. Loudon County is part of the state’s Deparment of Economic and Community Development (ECD) “Retire Tennessee” program, which promotes Tennessee as a great place for retirees to call home. What better place could there be for the water lover than Loudon County? Surrounded by lakes and the misty blue of the Great Smoky Mountains, every day is like a breath of fresh mountain air. Getting away from it all and settling into the small towns of Lenoir City, Loudon, Greenback and Philadelphia will take you sailing into the Lakeway of the Smokies, where relaxing never felt so good. Autumn color at its finest and the scenic mountains furnish breathtaking views of East Tennessee’s splendor. All four seasons in the area are mild and life in this part of the state puts you within a day’s drive of 75 percent of the U.S. population. A thriving cultural life, 78 | At Home Tennessee • October 2011
affordability and access to excellent medical care are just some of the reasons folks are finding Loudon County a great place to live. With the highest number of restaurants per capita in the United States, East Tennesseans need few excuses to order out every meal if they wish.
water’s edge. Local attractions will lure you and the concierge staff at Tellico Lodge can help you plan for white-water rafting, fishing, horseback riding, golf or whatever makes your day perfect. Located at 700 Summitt Hill Rd., call 865.809.3327 for reservations and availability.
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Lake Tellico Lodge at Yellowwood in Greenback is a both a mountain and lake retreat affording a magnificent view of Lake Tellico. Spectacular golds, reds and yellows grace the mountains in autumn. In winter cozy up to the fireplace after a hike along the
Live entertainment on Friday evenings makes the Riverwalk Grille, 600 Hackberry Street in Loudon, the perfect place to unwind. Steak, seafood, gourmet paninis and fresh bakery items round out the menu at one of Loudon’s favorites. For friendly service and