The peaceful and secluded neighborhood of Riverbend Acres is situated to the west of Ormond Beach, close to Interstate 95 and West Granada Boulevard. The community is located only about 15 miles north of Port Orange and 12 miles north of Daytona Beach. Nearby communities include Twin River Estates, Tomoka Landing, and Southern Trace. The zip code of this area is 32174.
Riverbend Acres offers single-family homes with mature oak trees and large lots. Many homes have views of the Tomoka River or beautiful wooded landscapes. Shopping, dining, and local businesses are all convenient for residents.
There are a variety of parks in the surrounding area for residents to enjoy. Robert Strickland Park is situated southeast of Riverbend Acres and features two lighted softball fields, a BMX track, and a radio-controlled car racetrack. Central Park, situated to the northeast of the community, is actually the culmination of four parks, totaling nearly 150 acres. These parks feature basketball, tennis, walking and jogging paths, picnic facilities, canoeing, rafting, and fishing.
For the more advanced nature enthusiast, the Tiger Bay State Forest lies just minutes to the west of Riverbend Acres. This area, which is largely swampland, was preserved to house habitats for endangered species. The Florida black bear, as well as the bald eagle, are two endangered species that have habitats here. Tiger Bay, as well as a variety of lakes and ponds throughout the forest, are all popular fishing spots. Other recreational activities here include hiking, cycling, horseback riding, boating, picnicking, bird watching, nature study, and photography.
Riviera Country Club, located just minutes east of Riverbend Acres, is one of the top courses in the area. The club also features a pro shop and professional golf instructors on-site. The beautifully manicured course is great for both beginners and advanced golfers, and the club promotes a friendly and relaxed atmosphere for all.