Living in Bedford

Bedford County, the fifth-largest county by land in the Commonwealth of Virginia, sits at the scenic crossroads of the Piedmont Plateau and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Nestled between Lynchburg and Roanoke, Bedford is rich in history and natural beauty, housing Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, the National D-Day Memorial, Smith Mountain Lake, and the iconic Peaks of Otter. With its blend of rural charm, historic significance and breathtaking landscapes, Bedford County offers an exceptional place to live, explore, and connect with the past.

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Bedford Subdivisions

Aftons Meadow

Andrews & Graves

Aspen Point

Beaver Dam

Bedford Lake Estates

Beechwood Shores

Beechwood West

Belview Bay

Bridgewater Bay

Brookledge

Callahan Farm

Camelot

Celebration Square

Clearwater Estates

Country Lake Estates

Cresthill

Crum Estates

Diamond Hill Estates

Downtown Moneta at SML

Falling Creek

Fiddler Creek

Forest

Goodvue Village

Gross Point

Happy Acres

Harbor Ridge

Harvey Creek Acres

Hemlock Shores

Hickory Ridge

Hidden Acres

Hidden Cove

High Point

Hunters Knoll

Isle of Pines

Ivy Creek Estates

Lake Forest

Lakes Edge

Lakeview Knolls

Longview Estates

Mariners Landing

Mariners Run

Mariners Village

Mayberry Hills

Meadowview

Mountain Meadows

Mountain Shadow Cove

Mountain View Shores

Parkway Estates

Pirates Cove

Pleasant Point

Porters Mountain

River Rock

Savanna Hills

Snug Harbor

Sportsmans Point

Stony Fork Creek

Sunset Cay

Surfside Estates

The Waterways

Town and Country

Village East

Village Mills Crossing

Village North

Virginia Ridge

Virginia Woods

Walton Cove

Waterford Heights

Waterfront Paradise

Waterside

Waywood Hill

Weatherwood

Wedgewood

Whisperwood Cove

Wildernest

Woodlake

Woodshire

Education

Primary Schools

Bedford Elementary (2nd–5th)

Bedford Primary (PreK–2nd)

Big Island Elementary (K–5th)

Boonsboro Elementary (PreK–5th)

Forest Elementary (PreK–5th)

Goodview Elementary (PreK–5th)

Huddleston Elementary (PreK–5th)

Moneta Elementary (PreK–5th)

Montvale Elementary (K–5th)

New London Academy (PreK–5th)

Otter River Elementary (PreK–5th)

Stewartsville Elementary (PreK–5th)

Thomas Jefferson Elementary (PreK–5th)

Secondary Schools

Forest Middle (6th–8th)

Liberty Middle (6th–8th)

Staunton River Middle (6th–8th)

Jefferson Forest High (9th–12th)

Liberty High (9th–12th)

Staunton River High (9th–12th)

Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center (9th–12th)

Other Education

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The Social Scene

Bedford offers a vibrant yet laid-back social scene rooted in community connection, outdoor adventure, and local love. Residents and visitors can enjoy live music, farmers’ markets, and seasonal festivals like CenterFest in downtown Bedford. The craft beverage scene thrives with local wineries and breweries, such as Peaks of Otter Winery and Beale’s Brewery, providing great spots to gather with friends.

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