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Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living

55 Piney Mountain Drive

4.8(37 ratings)· Asheville average: 4.3

Part of Hawthorn Senior Living · 75 communities · 4.6★ average

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Quick Facts

Starting price
$3,695/mo

52% below the Asheville median

Emergency Alert System
Partnered with Lively Mobile2 medical alert devices
Care Model
Pay-per-service home health for added care needs
Pricing Transparency
No published pricing listed for this community

What Families Think

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Bella Vista is an independent living community in Asheville with a strong 4.8 Google rating from 36 reviewers, though no written review excerpts were provided to quote directly. The community emphasizes a family-style, live-in management approach with home-cooked meals, activities, and included transportation.

What reviewers praise

  • Live-in management team on-site daily
  • Meals prepared from scratch by staff
  • Scheduled transportation included in monthly rent
  • Wide variety of tailored activities and outings
  • High 4.8 average rating from residents/families

What reviewers flag

  • No published pricing information available
  • No care staff beyond basic third-party home health add-ons
  • No detailed reviews provided to verify day-to-day experience

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living is a senior living community in Asheville, North Carolina offering Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Published pricing starts around $3,695 per month. Families rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 37 reviews.

About Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living

Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living is an independent senior living community in Asheville, North Carolina, offering supportive housing with maintenance, utilities, dining, and planned activities. The community provides a comfortable environment where residents can enjoy home-cooked meals, game nights, and time with family and friends while feeling secure and supported.

Management at Bella Vista lives on-site and is available throughout the day to residents. The community offers a variety of floor plans to personalize apartments, and meals are prepared from scratch and served by friendly staff. For residents who need basic assistance such as medication reminders, third-party home health care providers are available, allowing residents to pay only for the services they require.

Events and activities form the cornerstone of the community, ranging from creative workshops to community socials designed to foster connections among neighbors and reduce isolation. Activity coordinators tailor offerings to residents' interests and include diverse outings and programs.

The community provides on-site transportation for residents to attend doctor's appointments, run errands, and visit local restaurants and activities in Asheville; transportation is included in monthly rent and scheduled through the community concierge. Bella Vista also partners with Lively Mobile2 medical alert devices from Best Buy Health to provide emergency support and assistance.

The dedicated live-in management team creates a family-style environment that distinguishes Bella Vista in the Asheville area. The community emphasizes enriching the lives of older adults through superior amenities, relaxing outdoor spaces, and compassionate hospitality.

Types of Care at Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living

Independent Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Kitchen
  • Multiple Floor Plans
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Games
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living

4.8overall · 37 ratings combined

4.8★ on Google (37)

MaryJoy Fratianne

Aug 2026

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What I enjoy most about Bella Vista is the people…good people, including the residents, the staff and our wonderful managers! The building itself is beautiful, nestled in the mountains. And the view from my balcony is spectacular in every season!

David Slouffman

May 2026

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Well it's been 1 year living here at Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living in Asheville, NC. Have seen a few changes along the way, still enjoying the good life here with lots of activities. Enjoying the outings on Friday's and learning the history of Asheville on the outings. Looking forward to another good year here.

Frank Holt

Mar 2026

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My exoerienve at Bella Vista has been deligjtful! Comete resideny is depemdent upon the schedule of.my children. They will help with final move amd sale of the home. Thanks.<br>Frsnk

Jessica White

Dec 2025

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Enjoyed our visit, very friendly and professional staff.

Mary Metcalf

Dec 2025

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We can't imagine a better place to be! A wealth of activities, frequent entertainment events,<br>good food in a pleasant setting, weekly maid service, responsive, caring staff.. A very friendly ,comfortable place to call home!

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What types of care does Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living offer?

Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living offers Independent Living.

How much does Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living cost?

Published pricing at Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living starts around $3,695 per month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection; contact the community for a detailed quote.

Where is Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living located?

Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living is located at 55 Piney Mountain Drive in Asheville, North Carolina.

What do families say about Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living?

Bella Vista Gracious Retirement Living carries a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 37 Google reviews. Bella Vista is an independent living community in Asheville with a strong 4.8 Google rating from 36 reviewers, though no written review excerpts were provided to quote directly. The community emphasizes a family-style, live-in management approach with home-cooked meals, activities, and included transportation. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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