Welcome to Metro Little Rock: Chenal Valley
Will Chandler
Chenal Valley and other metro residents enjoy the perks of being members at Chenal Country Club, a private, full-service club boasting two golf courses, as well as fine tennis, fitness and swimming facilities.
Located within what’s considered West Little Rock, but with an essence all its own, Chenal Valley begs to be singled out. Its many distinguished qualities lure longtime Little Rock residents and newcomers alike to reside within its 4,800 scenic acres, on which 35 distinct neighborhoods have been established. A lot of the acreage has been set aside to create green space, making its neighborhoods even more desirable. Where to Retire magazine recently named Chenal Valley the best master-planned community in Arkansas and among the top 50 in the United States.
Houses range from $200,000 to $2 million, and stunning lots are available for those wanting to customize their dream residence. The community is considered one of the safest and most family-friendly in Little Rock, and that’s not just because many of the neighborhoods are gated, which is a nice perk.
Several of the neighborhoods, including a luxury condo development, sit along with Chenal Country Club’s two championship golf courses. And the entire area is nestled along verdant west Chenal Parkway within rolling hills and towering trees. Residents enjoy the serenity and privacy mere minutes from every urban comfort.
On the weekends, Chenal’s many parks and pools are a big hit with families, and Pinnacle Mountain State Park constantly beckons the entire metro to climb to its peak for a breathtaking view.
Rachel Elmakiss
Wildwood Park for the Arts
Superb Shopping
The Promenade at Chenal, for instance, is a one-stop-shop for retail therapy, dining and entertainment. This open-air center is home to a variety of merchants including Apple, Athleta, Lululemon, Anthropologie and DSW. Popular restaurants include Local Lime, YaYa’s Euro Bistro, Big Orange and the brand-new Sullivan’s Steakhouse. The Promenade is also home to the AMC Chenal 9 movie theater. Beyond The Promenade, there’s the exceptional Arthur’s Prime Steakhouse and its sister seafood restaurant, Ocean’s At Arthurs. (Michael Baxley)