Local Resources
Take a look at some of the great things Rio Verde, Tonto Verde, Fountains Hills, and Scottsdale have to offer. These resources are designed to help you select a community, move, get settled, and to acquaint you with the area after your move.
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| AREA INFORMATION | |
| Rio Verde Community Association - Rio Verde Community Association is a self-managed organization with an energetic population that is willing to give their time and talents to the community. The annual dues include a social membership to the Rio Verde Country Club dining room and pub. Also included is access to two swimming pools, 6 tennis courts, fitness center, library and an extensive array of community activities. | |
| Rio Verde Country Club - Rio Verde Country Club is a private golf club with memberships available. Two championship 18-hole courses were redesigned and reconstructed by the Tom Lehman Design Group in 2007 - 2009. The results are spectacular. These park-style courses are level enough to walk and challenging enough to test the skills of any golfer. | |
| Tonto Verde - Tonto Verde Golf Club offers two semi-private golf courses surrounded by beautiful residences and magnificent mountain vistas. The golf courses are complimentary to the desert surroundings with challenging shots when your ball goes astray. The newly remodeled clubhouse offers both formal and casual dining, swimming pool, fitness center, and library as well as the golf Pro Shop. | |
| The Official Website of Fountain Hills - The official website for Fountain Hills, Arizona. | |
| Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce - research local area info, stats, and events | |
| Official Website of Scottsdale - This is the official website for the city of Scottsdale. | |
| Community Information - These are free community profiles that are created with very general data. If you desire additional specific details contact me (Michelle Holcomb). | |
| MAPS | |
| Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner.... | |
| LOCAL WEATHER | |
| Local Weather - It's always beautiful and sunny in Rio Verde. | |
| SCHOOLS | |
| Fountain Hills Charter School - Information regarding Fountain Hills Charter School. | |
| Fountain Hills Unified School District - Everything you need to know about your child's education. | |
| School Information - free school profiles | |
| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
| GOLF COURSES | |
| Rio Verde Country Club - A perfect choice for your next golf outing, Rio Verde's two champion golf courses have been masterfully redesigned by Tom Lehman. | |
| Tonto Verde Golf Course - Choose from three beautiful golf courses to play on in Tonto Verde. | |
| Firerock Country Club - Firerock is Fountain Hill's prestigious members only golf community. The 18-hole golf course designed by Gary Panks looks over miles of desert and stunning mountain views. | |
| Eagle Mountain Golf Course - Located within the McDowell Mountains in Fountain Hills, Eagle Mountain Golf Course has been rated "Best of Phoenix Public Golf Courses" in 2006. | |
| Sunridge Golf Course - Designed by Keith Foster and Located in Fountain Hills, Sunridge Golf Course has 6,000 yards of majestic and scenic views. | |
| Desert Canyon Golf Course - Located in Fountain Hills and open to the public, Desert Canyon Golf Course has been voted best golf course in Fountain Hills for five consecutive years. | |
| We-Ko-Pa Golf Course - Located in Ft. McDowell, We-Ko-Pa Golf Course has two courses with a club house that boasts spectacular views. | |
| Ancala Golf Course - Ancala is a private country club with an 18-hole championship golf course; located in Scottsdale. | |
| Grayhawk Golf Course - Grayhawk is a daily fee course offering two 18-hole golf courses in Scottsdale. | |
| The Boulders Golf Resort - Located in Carefree, the Boulders is a premium resort that not only includes golf but also tennis, spa, etc. | |
| TPC - Home of the PGA Tour's Waste Management Open. The TPC is Rated "Top 50 Golf and Resort Destinations in the World" by Conde Nast Traveler. | |
| Troon North Golf Course - Located off of Dynamite Blvd. in Scottsdale. | |
| Gainey Ranch Country Club - A private club featuring three 9-hole golf courses located in Scottsdale. | |
| Terravita Golf Course - A championship golf course in Scottsdale that is private. | |
| McCormick Ranch Golf Course - Open everyday of the year, McCormick Ranch Golf Course features two championship golf courses located in the heart of Scottsdale. | |
| Kierland Golf Course - A daily fee golf course located in North Scottsdale. | |
| RESTAURANTS IN FOUNTAIN HILLS | |
| Restaurants in Fountain Hills - There is a cuisine for everyone in Fountain Hills. | |
| Chocofin - Artistically handmade chocolates with beautiful detail and an unforgettable taste! | |
| El Encanto - A great Mexican restaurant with a colorful atmosphere. | |
| Pisa Pizza - Spectacular pizza and wings! A must in Fountain Hills! | |
| Euro Pizza Cafe - A great spot to sit, enjoy some great Italian food and watch the world Famous fountain go off every hour. | |
| Flapjacks - Great way to start your morning with delicious pancakes and other great breakfast and lunch selections. | |
| La Tartine Bakery - Freshly baked breads and pastries. | |
| La Scala Creamery - Freshly made Gelato is sure to cool you off in the Arizona heat! Located conveniently near the fountain. | |
| Grapeables Wine Bar - Enjoy delicious wine while listening to live music all under the stars at the Fountain Park. | |
| Ping's Cafe - A great selection of homemade Chinese cuisine. | |
| Water's Edge Restaurant - A fine dining experience with views of the Fountain. | |
| Alchemy at Copperwynd - For fine dining, try the Alchemy at Copperwynd. The restaurant boasts spectacular views of Four Peaks mountains. | |
| RESTAURANTS OUTSIDE OF FOUNTAIN HILLS | |
| Oregano's - Known for large portions of delicious Italian food, Oregano's has a great atmosphere and is fun for the whole family. | |
| Houston's - Fine American cuisine. | |
| Cibo Cafe - A great place for an intimate dinner. You can sit outside on the lawn or inside the cafe. Cibo's specialty include home made Italian pizza, wine and crepes. | |
| Kazimierz - Mimicking an old world wine cellar, the Kaz Bar offers hundreds of fine wine with great appetizer pairings. Live music on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. | |
| Four Peaks Brewery - Specialty brewed Arizona beers, great atmosphere and food to go along with it. The best hang out on a hot summer evening! | |
| House of Tricks - Located on Mill Avenue in downtown Tempe, House of Tricks serves contemporary American selections. Sit out in the garden for an extra special experience. | |
| Tommy Bahama's - Caribbean inspired atmosphere with delectable seafood choices. | |
| Flemings - A prime steak house with great views from the outdoor patio. | |
| Eddie V's - Fine dining with an exciting atmosphere. | |
| The Capital Grille - Located in a building inspired from Fran Lloyd Wright, Capital Grille offers premium steaks with an equally elegant atmosphere. | |
| The Persian Room - A great array of Persian inspired meals using a clay oven to lock in exotic aromas and flavors. | |
| Benihana - Watch your dinner be prepared by specialty chef's that entertain while delivering delicious Chinese cuisine. | |
| The Satisfied Frog - A great place to enjoy a slab of ribs and a cold beer. | |
| The Horny Toad - Located in Cave Creek, the Horny Toad serves BBQ in a great outdoor environment. | |
| Essence Bakery and Cafe - Serving French inspired Breakfast along with fresh baked desserts. Located less than one mile from Arizona State University. | |
| The Original Pancake House - The Original Pancake House offers a great selection of breakfast choices. Please note: they are open until 1pm and only except cash. | |
| In and Out Burger - Located exclusively on the West Coast, In and Out Burger specializes in burgers, fries and milk shakes. | |
| ENTERTAINMENT | |
| Desert Botanical Garden - A great place to learn all about Arizona's beautiful plants. | |
| Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art - Located in Old Town Scottsdale, SMOCA creates an intimate gallery feel with interesting exhibitions focusing on a variety of contemporary art. | |
| The Art Galleries of Old Town Scottsdale - Old town Scottsdale is a great place to shop for fine arts, southwest jewelry, antiques and clothing. This area also includes many unique restaurants, a great night life and many events happening every month. | |
| The Heard Museum - Offering a beautiful display of Native American arts and history. A must see! | |
| The Museum of Musical Instruments - take a tour of a variety of musical instruments, their origin and the history behind them! | |
| The Phoenix Art Museum - Visit a diverse collection of art from all over the world. PAM also invites you to lectures, film screenings and discussions covering an array of topics. | |
| The Phoenix Symphony - Located in downtown Phoenix, the symphony offers spectacular events for a classy night out on the town. | |
| ENTERTAINMENT FOR KIDS | |
| Entertainment for Kids - Special events and activities just for kids. | |
| The Phoenix Zoo - Kids will love exploring and learning about a variety of wild animals. | |
| SPORTS | |
| Spring Training Baseball - Watch the Los Angeles Dodgers or Chicago White Sox play ball! | |
| The Arizona Cardinals - Come and watch our home football team in a newly constructed stadium located in Glendale, Arizona. | |
| The Phoenix Coyotes - Get ready to howl and route on our home team! The arena for the Phoenix Coyotes is located in Glendale, Arizona. | |
| The Phoenix Suns - Come watch our famous Phoenix Suns in downtown Phoenix. | |
| MEDICAL FACILITIES | |
| T.E.A.M. Habilitation and Respite in Fountain Hills - - | |
| Az Chiropractic Care and Acupuncture - | |
| Fountain Hills Family Practice - | |
| Fountain Hills Pediactrics and Internal Medicine - | |
| Integrative Chiropractic Pediatrics - | |
| Scottsdale Healthcare - | |
| Spine and Orthopedic Specialists - | |
| Spooner Physical Therapy - | |
| The Mayo Clinic - | |
| RELOCATION LINKS | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
| Rio Verde Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Fountain Hills Locksmith - Timely service for emergencies and otherwise. | |
| Great White Moving - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
| USPS Change of Address - Fill out a change of address form on-line. | |
| TAX INFORMATION | |
| First-time homeowners - | |
| Homeowner deductions information - | |
| How to report moving expenses - | |
| Selling your home - | |
| MORTGAGE | |
| The Lending Company - Contact Jodie Kors or J.B. McCutcheon | |
