Garden Villas South sits at 13457 Tesson Ferry Rd in South St. Louis County, about 14 miles from the city center and less than 2 miles from Mercy Hospital South. Administrator Michelle Miller leads the operation under Garden Villas of South County, Inc. The 83-bed community spans four care levels: nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With a Walk Score of 5, the location is essentially car-dependent where outings require a vehicle or arranged transportation.
Current occupancy is 49 of 83 beds, a 59% fill rate. Families should weigh that figure when assessing the community’s trajectory.
The residential setup leans toward the full-service end of the spectrum. Apartments come with fully equipped kitchens. An Executive Chef prepares three meals a day, and there’s a 24-hour concierge on hand. Valet parking and grocery delivery are available. Included services cover weekly maid service, personal laundry, flat linen service, scheduled transportation, personal grooming assistance, medication reminders, and an in-house escort service.
Recreation spans social, educational, and cultural programs and outings. The indoor swimming pool and hot tub, fitness center, and wellness program fill out the amenity picture.
Memory care is available on-site within the broader care mix.
Garden Villas South is a full-service, amenity-dense community in suburban St. Louis suited to older adults across a wide care range who prioritize residential comfort and on-site services over walkability or urban proximity.


















