Newcomer’s Guide to Loveland, CO

Whether you are new to the Loveland area, or considering a move to Colorado, it doesn’t take long to realize that Loveland is a top place to live in Colorado. With that in mind, below is a newcomer’s guide for moving to Loveland that will help Colorado transplants learn the local tricks to living, dining, recreating and thriving in your new home.

Finding a New Home

Before you move to Loveland, it’s important to find the perfect home for you and your family. Loveland neighborhoods, and in particular new homes, have a lot to offer for a variety of family sizes and lifestyles. Choosing the perfect neighborhood isn’t just about buying a home, it means finding a community that reflects your values and offers amenities that enhance everyday living.

For example, communities like Centerra offer miles of walking trails and acres of natural areas, encouraging residents to explore and enjoy the outdoors as well as tap into the convenient shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities right next door. New homes, such as those found at The Lakes at Centerra, further extend that active lifestyle by featuring lakeside living, a trail system, mountain backdrops and a clubhouse with an outdoor swimming pool.

Moving to Loveland, CO

Once you’ve found your family’s new dream home, the next challenge is making the move to Loveland, CO. While you’re coordinating the logistics of the move, stay at one of the many hotels located in Centerra.

What You Need to Know

In order to get settled in, you’ll need to know what local resources are available. Below is a list of the residential and business organizations that can help you plug into the community.

• • City of Loveland
  • Larimer County
  • Thompson School District
  • Loveland Chamber of Commerce
  • Larimer County Workforce Center
  • Higher Education Institutions:
    • Colorado State University
    • University of Northern Colorado
    • Regis University
    • Front Rage Community College
    • Aims Community College

Destinations in Loveland

You’re settled in and feeling at home, so it’s time to start exploring like a local. Loveland is home to world-class sculpture parks, recreational opportunities and serves as the gateway to hiking, camping and fishing in the Big Thompson Canyon and Rocky Mountain National Park. Here is a list of top five destinations that every Loveland newcomer should check out:

• • • Chapungu Sculpture Park in Centerra
    • Benson Sculpture Garden
    • Boyd Lake State Park
    • Devil’s Backbone
    • Rocky Mountain National Park
    • Loveland Sports Park

Things To Do in Loveland

Now that you’re starting to feel more settled into Loveland and have checked out some of the big attractions, you’ll want to discover the great shopping, dining and entertainment that the community has to offer. Here are some of the fun family outings you won’t want to miss:

• • • The Promenade Shops at Centerra
    • Metrolux 14 Theatres
    • Dining in Centerra
    • Local breweries
    • Loveland events
    • Budweiser Event Center
    • The Ranch

If your family is ready to make the move to Loveland CO and start exploring the many activities and amenities this community has to offer, visit The Lakes at Centerra and tour of one of their many model homes by four outstanding builders – Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, TRI Point Homes, Village Homes and Wonderland Homes – featuring innovative, inspired designs that reflect a spectrum of active Colorado lifestyles.