Upper South

From east coast to west and from the Canadian border in the north to the Gulf of Mexico in the South there are hundreds of locations for retirees in the United States. Here we offer a glimpse into a small sample of some of the most popular and also some well-kept secrets.

Charlottesville, VA
With a great quality of life, fantastic health care and recreational activities, this college town offers retirees a beautiful retreat with mild winters.
www.charlottesville.org

Lexington, VA
With an historical downtown area and a population of roughly 7,000, Lexington offers residents upscale living in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley.
www.ci.lexington.va.us
www.lexingtonvirginia.com

Chapel Hill, NC
Located in central North Carolina, much of this city is covered by a canopy of trees! With excellent ratings for quality of life and activities it offers retirees a beautiful place to live.
www.ci.chapel-hill.nc.us
www.chocvb.org

Pinehurst, NC
Interested in an area with a climate mild enough year round for outdoor activities? This could be your spot if you like the sound of a small town with a beautiful landscape!
www.pinehurst.com/index2.asp
www.villageofpinehurst.org

Asheville, NC
In the western area of North Carolina, this town boasts a high quality of life and health care with four season living.
www.ci.asheville.nc.us
www.asheville.com

Hendersonville, NC
A small, friendly city considered to be safe, Hendersonville offers good health care, cultural activities and recreation for retirees.
www.hvilletn.org
www.hendersonville.com

Brevard, NC
Brevard offers small-town living with big city amenities. At the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains it offers lovely neighbourhoods and good health care.
www.cityofbrevard.com
www.brevardnc.com