Seven Hills - Henderson, NV

Rio Secco Golf Club, the cornerstone of Seven Hills, was built in 1997 and includes several luxury homes. The gated community of Seven Hills grew as a condensed, master-planned project of 1,300 acres and 2,500 homes among several distinct areas. A large parcel of land just west of Seven Hills, known as Inspirada, sold in 2004 to expand the residential area.

The Carroll Shelby Heritage Museum represents the closest museum to the neighborhood. The historic cars on display include famous muscle cars made by Shelby, some of which come from the Las Vegas plant.

Clark County has several arts programs through the cultural arts program in Henderson. The Government Center Amphitheater hosts cultural events and festivals. Heritage Holidays at the Clark County Museum occurs every December, and families can see historic homes, hear holiday carolers and have fun with children's games and activities.

Several casual eateries mix with ethnic cuisine establishments in and around Seven Hills. Most restaurants, including a few fast food chains, sit along Eastern Avenue just 2 miles east of the neighborhood. Nightlife includes several bar and grill restaurants. Fireside Restaurant and Tavern on Cactus Avenue, and Osaka Japanese Bistro along Eastern Avenue, mark the closest places to catch live music.

Angelina's Pizza on Seven Hills Drive creates custom pies from 8 inches up to 24 inches in diameter to feed one person or a small army. Shrimp alfredo pizza contains shrimp, alfredo sauce, parsley flakes, a bit of parmesan cheese and mozzarella. Cordon bleu pizza has chicken, ham, alfredo sauce, mushrooms, Swiss cheese and mozzarella. For a real treat, the sausage cacciatore comes with sausage sautéed in white wine, mushrooms, peppers and onions tossed in marinara and then served on linguine or fettuccine. If you don't like Italian cuisine, Angelina's has ribs, sub sandwiches, wraps and hamburgers.

Janelas Restaurant and Bar opens for breakfast and lunch at Rio Secco Golf Club. The overstuffed omelet contains your choice of bacon, ham or sausage alongside spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions and salsa. The Rio Secco breakfast casserole contains three scrambled eggs, bacon, ham and sausage served over a bed of hash browns and baked with cheese. Lunch includes the Harmon burger, a huge 16-ounce patty stuffed with jalapeños and cheddar cheese without the bun.

Fire Side Restaurant & Tavern has live music from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. every other Saturday, and the place stays open 24 hours with tons of electronic gaming choices. The dinner menu gets served until 11 p.m., and the late night menu kicks in from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. for night owls. Filet chili cheese fries on the appetizer menu represents a meal unto itself with filet mignon, chili and cheese served over french fries. Tenderloin chili contains beef tenderloin and is topped with cheese, onions and sour cream. Hamburgers mark the specialties of the house, including the gigantic Double Dog Dare You burger with 1 pound of ground beef, four slices of bacon, your choice of cheese and one fried egg between two grilled cheese sandwiches. The huge California burrito contains filet tips, peppers, onions, diced potatoes, bacon and mixed cheeses.

Remedy's Tavern has a full menu, two happy hours and a VIP gaming club for electronic gaming. The place stays open 24 hours with daily food and drink specials for late night patrons and mid-afternoon partiers. Just like Las Vegas, the fun never stops here with delicious food and plenty of drinks.

Every street in Seven Hills has sidewalks to enjoy a stroll with your family, spouse or pooch. Many streets have dedicated bicycle lanes, including Horizon Ridge Parkway and St. Rose Parkway. The St. Rose Parkway Trail represents a concrete pathway for bicyclists that follows the road.

Seven Hills Drive marks the major north-south road through the neighborhood, while Sunridge Heights goes east and west. St. Rose Parkway to the north runs southwest to northeast. Take the St. Rose Parkway, also known as Highway 146, a few miles in either direction to reach Interstate 15 to the southwest or Interstate 215 to the northeast. Plenty of free parking exists at restaurants, bars and public spaces. Call one of several cab companies to pick you up if your car breaks down, and Uber rides are available.

The closest public transit stop for Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada buses is at Eastern Avenue and Horizon Ridge Parkway. Route 110 buses run 24 hours every hour or every half hour depending on the time of day.

A few parks dot the landscape of Seven Hills. Sonata Park features a playground, tennis courts, basketball courts, a wide open field and walking trails. Vivaldi Park has a playground and small baseball field. Rossini Park has a playground for kids. Puccini Park has tennis courts, a basketball court and two volleyball courts. Seven Hills Trail, a concrete pathway, connects all of these parks together. Bring your leashed pooch to each one, and clean up after your pet. Outdoor facilities do not have a fee.

The Children's Festival represents the closest annual event in the Clark County parks system. Bring your children to the Winchester Cultural Center to enjoy a play land created for kids, including arts, crafts, exotic animals, carnival games and climbing walls.

Living costs more in Seven Hills than in downtown Las Vegas because of higher housing expenses. A one-bedroom apartment goes for $901 per month.

A pint of American beer runs $3 at the local pub. Gasoline typically goes for around 7 percent higher than the national average. A day pass on RTCSNV buses through residential routes costs $5.

Many retail stores and shops sit along the intersection of Eastern Avenue and Horizon Ridge, with more storefronts further south of that junction. High-value chains intermingle with upscale stores to provide residents with plenty of options.

Vons and Trader Joe's are the closest supermarkets for your basic grocery needs. Country Fresh Farmers Market near I-215 represents the closest place to purchase locally grown produce. Peruse vendors every Thursday and Friday.

Nicole Beauty & Wigs carries massive amounts of wigs for virtually any style. Shop for medical wigs, hair extensions and fashionable wigs in the large showroom. The shop carries pieces ranging in price from $30 to $5,000 and the store has hair care products to match. Choose from more than 15 name brands and 10 types of hair extensions. The shop opens seven days a week.

A-Round of A-Paws Pet Boarding Resort & Spa caters to dogs and cats with extensive condo arrangements for each pet. Dogs stay in a room 4 feet by 6 feet with a cot, food and daily walks. Upgrade to deluxe accommodations with a television that features dog-themed movies. Cats get a "Kitty Condo" and cats from the same family can live in connected condos. Deluxe amenities for both pets include lambskin blanket. If your dog or cat needs a spa day, schedule a massage, pedicure, facial, hair dye or grooming for some serious pampering.