Julian Woods Retirement Community
Independent Living · Arden, NC

Julian Woods Retirement Community

Independent Living · Arden, NC

Overview of Julian Woods Retirement Community

Julian Woods
Arden’s Independent Retirement Community

Welcome to Worry-Free Senior Living in Arden!
Amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Arden, North Carolina, Julian Woods offers an
elevated senior living experience. You’ll find a wide array of recreational amenities and local attractions just steps
from your doorstep, allowing you to enjoy the perfect blend of nature and culture in your retirement.

Schedule a tour and have lunch with us. You’ll love the lifestyle awaiting you at Julian Woods.

421 Overlook Road Extension
Arden, NC 28704

Julian Woods Retirement Community

Discover the joy and ease of all-inclusive retirement living. Picture yourself in a luxurious, safe, and
vibrant community with a fantastic location for fun local outings. With three chef-prepared meals
offered daily, and weekly housekeeping and maintenance included, you’ll have more time for family,
friends, and the other important things in life. This vision comes to life at Julian Woods Retirement Community

Designed for comfort, our apartment homes come in a variety of floor plans. Each living space features
window coverings, a climate-controlled thermostat, and ample closet space. The apartment kitchens are
also equipped with full-sized appliances. You are free to decorate your unit around your unique tastes.
Pets are also warmly welcome for no additional fee.

Our Signature Freedom Dining program is the focal point of the resort lifestyle and often the most
praised feature of our community. Our executive chef prepares three quality meals daily with an
evolving menu, fresh ingredients, and diet-conscious recipes. Can’t make it to dinner? No worries. With
our meal delivery service, we’ll prepare you a plate and bring it to your door. You can also visit the
“chef’s pantry” for snacks any time – day or night.

The most important part of our community is the shared spaces that allow you to meet other residents,
celebrate fun and memorable moments, and relax. Our common areas include a 150-seat theater,
library, billiards room, arcade, conversation areas, a lounge with bar, superb fitness and exercise room,
spa area, and business center. Our Lifestyle Director plans monthly community events around these
spaces, allowing you to practice new skills, see new things, meet new people, and much more.

While our community focuses on making your retirement fun and fulfilling, our greatest priority is your
safety. Our managers are your neighbors and live on-site to ensure you are happily enjoying your best
retirement life. With our 24/7 Emergency Alert System, round-the clock concierge, and live-in managers
there’s never a moment when you are unable to reach somebody for help!

Our gorgeous community is full of amenities and services, allowing you to enjoy all the conveniences of
all-inclusive living without the hassle of upkeep. Our ample list of amenities and robust social calendar
offers you choice and flexibility in how you choose to spend your time.

Additionally, if you’re ever craving a change of scenery and don’t want to leave behind the comforts we
offer, no worries! With our travel program, you can explore the country while staying at any of our other
Resort Lifestyle Communities locations for no additional cost.

Relax in the theater while watching a movie or get active in a group fitness class; spend teatime with the
gals or watch a game with the guys; cuddle up with a good book or go join a happy hour for fun times
with the neighbors! However you wish to spend your time, we are here to support the retirement of
your dreams.

Retire well. Retire here. Call today to schedule a private tour!

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #31 / 141Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 31st out of 141 independent living communities we track in North Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across North Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in North Carolina that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
55 / 100

About This Community

Staffing & Medical

1 service
On-Site Pharmacy

Additional Services

8 services
Valet Parking
Full-Time Lifestyle Director
ConciergeListed as: 24/7 concierge
TransportationListed as: Free scheduled transportation
Maintenance
Utilities IncludedListed as: Paid utilities
Housekeeping
Beauty Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Game Room
Computers
Wi-Fi
Cable Tv
Patio
Beauty Salon
Gift Shop
Movie Theater
150-Seat Theater
On-Site Bank
Chef's Pantry
Exercise Programs/Fitness Center
Activities
Exercise Classes
Happy Hours
Shopping Trips
Travel
Arts & Crafts

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Julian Woods Retirement Community.
  • In-room dining available.

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room Sizes
566 sq. ft. 588-759 sq. ft. 1013-1206 sq. ft.
Room Types
Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed
In-Room Features
Full Kitchen In Unit In-Unit Washer And Dryer Individual Climate Control

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Julian Woods Retirement Community

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath
Studio with Bath

Places of interest near Julian Woods Retirement Community

Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Arden's city center to Julian Woods Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Julian Woods Retirement Community

Is Julian Woods Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Julian Woods Retirement Community 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 Julian Woods Retirement Community?

Yes, Julian Woods Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Julian Woods Retirement Community?

The team at Julian Woods Retirement Community can be reached at julianwoodsinfo@rlcommunities.com.

Are there photos of Julian Woods Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Julian Woods Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Julian Woods Retirement Community provide?

Julian Woods Retirement Community offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Julian Woods Retirement Community?

Julian Woods Retirement Community is located at 421 Overlook Rd Ext, Arden, NC 28704.

What is the phone number of Julian Woods Retirement Community?

(828) 567-3132 will put you in contact with the team at Julian Woods Retirement Community.

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