Holiday Gardens at Wakefield
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield is an independent living community at 12800 Spruce Tree Way in North Raleigh’s neighborhood. It’s housed in a mid-rise building and welcomes occupants seeking an active, independent lifestyle with easy access to nearby amenities and services.
The community offers one- and two-bedroom floor plans tailored to provide flexibility for different preferences and living needs. The moderately walkable neighborhood bears a Walk Score of 55, making some errands accessible on foot, while most outings benefit from a brief drive. Starting at $3,949 monthly, Holiday Gardens at Wakefield provides an option for those planning independent living arrangements. Pet owners will appreciate the pet-friendly home, allowing occupants to have their companions with them as they enjoy their years of greater independence and flexibility. The location in North Raleigh positions the facility to serve older adults seeking personal freedom and an established residential setting.
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12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614 — 3.12 miles to nearest hospital (Center Wake Med Health Care)
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Info below is compiled from the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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NC DHSR Star Rating (0–4 stars). Issued by North Carolina's Division of Health Service Regulation based on annual facility inspections. Stars reflect overall compliance with state health and safety rules - 4 stars requires scores of 100+ on two consecutive annual inspections. Ratings can change between inspections if new violations or licensure actions occur.
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DHSR Quality Score (/200). Each annual inspection starts at a base of 100 points. Facilities earn demerit points for violations and citations, and merit points for correcting issues, maintaining resident/family councils, sprinkler systems, and other quality programs. The "/200" display reflects the two most recent annual inspections combined - giving a longer-term view of compliance trends rather than a single snapshot.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| Waltonwood Lake Boone | IL AL MC | Raleigh | 68
Facility
68
NC AVG
70
Rank
#25 / 62 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
NC AVG
34
Rank
#16 / 142 |
60.3%
Facility
60.3%
NC AVG
72.6%
Rank
#28 / 39 | 94.50/200
Facility
94.50/200
NC AVG
94.6
Rank
#34 / 40 | 7 | 0%
Facility
0%
NC AVG
64.9%
Rank
#19 / 46 | - | |
| Magnolia Glen | IL AL | Raleigh (Northwest Raleigh) | 66
Facility
66
NC AVG
70
Rank
#27 / 62 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
NC AVG
34
Rank
#40 / 142 | - | 103.00/200
Facility
103.00/200
NC AVG
94.6
Rank
#5 / 40 | 10 | 60%
Facility
60%
NC AVG
64.9%
Rank
#19 / 46 | - | |
| The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills | IL AL MC NH SNF | Raleigh | 49
Facility
49
NC AVG
70
Rank
#45 / 62 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
NC AVG
34
Rank
#68 / 142 |
73.5%
Facility
73.5%
NC AVG
72.6%
Rank
#26 / 39 | 95.50/200
Facility
95.50/200
NC AVG
94.6
Rank
#32 / 40 | 2 | 0%
Facility
0%
NC AVG
64.9%
Rank
#19 / 46 | - | |
| The Reserve at Mills Farm | IL AL MC | Apex | 35
Facility
35
NC AVG
70
Rank
#50 / 62 | No |
37
Facility
37
NC AVG
34
Rank
#61 / 142 | - | 103.50/200
Facility
103.50/200
NC AVG
94.6
Rank
#5 / 40 | 6 | 67%
Facility
67%
NC AVG
64.9%
Rank
#19 / 46 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Holiday Gardens at Wakefield | IL | Raleigh (North Raleigh) | - | Yes |
55
Facility
55
NC AVG
34
Rank
#31 / 142 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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Independent Living in North Carolina
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield is located in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Holiday Gardens at Wakefield
What neighborhood is Holiday Gardens at Wakefield in?
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield is in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh.
Is Holiday Gardens at Wakefield in a walkable area?
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield has a walk score of 55. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Gardens at Wakefield?
Yes, Holiday Gardens at Wakefield allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of Holiday Gardens at Wakefield?
Yes — there are 7 photos of Holiday Gardens at Wakefield in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does Holiday Gardens at Wakefield provide?
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield offers Independent Living.
What is the address of Holiday Gardens at Wakefield?
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield is located at 12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614.
What is the phone number of Holiday Gardens at Wakefield?
(919) 562-5580 will put you in contact with the team at Holiday Gardens at Wakefield.




