I like highlands ranch

I never thought I would say it but I like highlands ranch.

I have not been in highlands ranch often. I was first down here delivering pizza and met a couple friends for movies at the Highlands Ranch 24 off Broadway & County line. Over the last few years friends have moved into the Ranch and I have driven through more frequently but it is not the same as living some place and getting the chance to get a feel for the neighborhood. I never thought I would get the opportunity to live in the Ranch (I can't afford to live down here!) until a house sitting gig in Highlands Ranch became available.

Maybe I like it because it is upscale and a nice neighborhood. I noticed it did not take more than a few days for me to feel comfortable in the house I am staying at, which is odd as it usually takes at least a week. I am on the south side of the Ranch where there are many hiking trails. I have explored a couple and thoroughly enjoyed the view of Denver which is amazing and rivals the view I have in Lakewood. Most people seem friendly and there are many families down here. I have yet to check out restaurants but found a wine & tapas bar I plan on checking out.

It is not all roses & rainbows down here. Some of roads are insanely bumpy and could be repaved. Speeding & tailgating seem to be habits of drivers out here and the speeding is as bad if not worse than what I have seen in other parts of Denver.

I never knew what to expect but I am pleasantly surprised with life in Highlands Ranch. If I had a family & could afford it I would live here.

Since I am single and like a more urban feel I don't plan on moving in anytime soon! I still dream of living near city park or Sloan's lake.