Nestled on the hillsides of the Cascade & Siskiyou Mountain range, Ashland Oregon possesses a natural beauty and sophistication thatʼs rare, making it the “Jewel” of the Rogue Valley and Southern Oregon. Ashland is located 13 mile from the California border right off Interstate 5. Ashlandʼs decidedly small-town feel (population 26,596) gives it the charm & community one desires with many, if not all, businesses and homes close enough for one to use a bicycle as their only source of transportation. Ashland may have that small town feel, but this city offers many “Big City” attractions, which draws an astonishing amount of tourists to the area every year.

Ashland is one of the most sought-after retirement cities in the US. The world famous Oregon Shakespeare Festival is one of the finest in the country. Seasonally thereʼs always something going on; The Independent Film Festival, Wine & Art Walk in the spring. The summer with Ballet in the Park, Community Band Concerts & the 4th of July Parade & Fireworks show. Winter brings the Ice Skating Rink in Lithia Park, and the “Festival of Lights” a must see winter wonderland of over 3 million lights throughout the whole town. Fall colors, warm summers at the lake, spring blooms and skiing only 30 minutes away at Mt. Ashland! Thereʼs something for everyone in Ashland.

Lithia Park, is the center piece of pride with 2 duck ponds, a Japanese garden, beautiful trees and trails the meander through acres of surprises, rushing rivers & creeks and a friendly faces of a joggers & couples of all ages. Within walking distance of the park there are Upscale & casual restaurants, boutique shops, art galleries, sweets, cafes and eclectic businesses to keep you interested for weeks on end. Schools, higher education (SOU), adult classes and private classes & lectures are abundant in this town that appreciates & supports the pursuit of knowledge for all ages. Spiritual development is important too, with many churches, synagogues, Buddhist centers and spiritual beliefs of all kinds, that flourish in a town of tolerance and love.So...thereʼs plenty to do for young kids, teenagers, young families, empty nesters and retirees (YMCA is the center of health here...GREAT PLACE!). Rafting, fishing, hiking, biking, farming, painting, pottery, boating, rowing teams, golf, theatre, dance or just plan old relaxing. Come find out for yourself why Ashland, Oregon is rated #1-3 as the Best Art Town in the US and in the TOP 7 places to retire in the US. Call me for more info, demographics package with rainfall, schools, employment and other statistics. Enjoy some of the pictures and the “Virtual Tour” I have of Ashland. (Click here)

*Keep in mind and read about the City of Talent, only 7 miles north of downtown Ashland. Talent has become a beautiful, charming little town (pop: 6,670), where the artisans live, with organic farms, wineries & a main street America hometown feeling. The citizens are open, kind, friendly and very community oriented. Visit the NEW Camelot Theater!