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Julian Woods



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Welcome to Worry-Free
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

Awards & Distinctions

We are proud that Julian Woods has been recognized as a leader in senior living!

One Price, Total
Peace of Mind


What makes Resort Lifestyle Communities different from most independent retirement communities is that all services and amenities are included in one monthly price with no buy-in fee. That means residents can truly relax and enjoy all that life has to offer!

Aging in Place,
Made Effortless


Our communities are thoughtfully designed so residents can settle in and stay—comfortably, confidently, and on their terms. If additional care is ever needed, residents can contract with reputable third-party in-home healthcare providers for support right where they live.* It's just one more way we help you age in place, without compromising the lifestyle you love.


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*Fee-based service
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Why You'll Love
Our Community


Our all-inclusive, independent senior living community offers choice and flexibility. That means doing as much or as little as you want — happy hours, fitness classes, trips to the mall, or trips abroad. Live life to the fullest in Arden with 24/7 service, resort-style dining, and beautiful accommodations.


We prioritize safety as well as transparency with month-to-month rent, no hidden fees, buy-in fees, or long-term leases. It's truly worry-free living.


Freedom Dining


Our Signature Freedom Dining program is the most treasured amenity among our residents. Professional chefs provide three excellent, nutritious meals each day at flexible hours. Plus, the Chef's Pantry offers fresh sandwiches, pizzas, burgers, and grab-n-go snacks between meals.


We can't wait to serve you!


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Services
and Amenities

Your monthly rent includes access to all services and amenities so you can fully enjoy retirement. From chef-prepared meals to housekeeping and social events, everything is designed to make your life worry-free. Pets are welcome, too!
Freedom Dining
  • Flexible Dining Hours
  • Sunday Brunch
  • 24-Hour Chef's Pantry
  • Tableside Service
  • Meal Delivery for Daily Meals
  • Casual Buffet
  • Professional Chefs
  • Fresh, Healthy Ingredients
Convenient Services
  • Live-in Managers
  • 24/7 Concierge
  • Weekly Housekeeping
  • Medical Alert System
  • Free Scheduled Transportation
  • Valet Parking Services
  • Maintenance Staff
  • Visitor Suite Available
Comfortable Living
  • Full Kitchens
  • In-Unit Washer & Dryer
  • Individual Climate Control
  • Paid Utilities
  • Cable TV and Wi-Fi
  • Spacious Walk-in Closets
  • Choice of Floor Plan
  • Custom Cabinets
Fun Community
  • Daily Social Activities
  • Fitness Center
  • Library & Billiards
  • Arts & Crafts Room
  • Health & Wellness Programs
  • Shopping & Outings
  • Computer Center
  • 150-Seat Theater

Thrive in Body and Soul


At Julian Woods, wellness is woven into daily life. Enjoy fitness classes, social activities, and programs that keep you feeling energized and connected — inside and out. Ready to embrace a healthier you?



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◆ Main Street & More ◆

We offer the convenience of an on-site bank, pharmacy, gift shop, and salon that are fee-based. Should the need arise for additional support, you have the freedom to contract with your choice of home health provider.

Bring Your Pet to Paradise


Retirement at Julian Woods, is even better with your furry friend by your side. Our pet-friendly community welcomes cats, dogs, and more to share in the fun and relaxation of all-inclusive living. Curious about life with pets here?



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Travel Program

If you love exploring the country, you'll adore the RLC Travel Program. Residents can stay in the guest suite of any of our sister communities for free!

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Community Events

Our event calendar is designed to bring friends and neighbors together to discover common interests and foster a strong sense of community. From fitness classes and book clubs to happy hours, games, workshops, and fun outings, there's no shortage of activities to fill your free time.

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Thoughtfully
Designed Plans

Our apartment homes include full kitchens, spacious closets, and walk-in showers with safety features. Some homes have patios, and others have balconies.
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◆ Living Here ◆

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Julian Woods Reviews

We had two places under evaluation, one of which was Julian Woods. Julian Woods was brand new and was far more luxurious than the other facility. Additionally, the people at Julian Woods were far friendlier and caring than those at the other location. [name removed] was the tour director, and she is first-class at her job. My sister moved in three months ago and is very happy, with many positive things to say about the facility, the people, and their level of care, friendliness, and helpfulness. She could not be happier with the facility.
Anonymous
My sister-in-law has only been there a couple of months, and she loves it. That's. All I know at this point is that she's happy we're happy.
Anonymous
Excellent food, lots of activities, a movie theater, top-notch staff, and a brand-new, clean facility.
Jim
Julian Woods Retirement is an excellent choice. What we like most about this community is the staff. They are great, caring, and pay attention to details. Based on our experience so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families.
Anonymous
We selected this place as it appeared to be the best run newest facility. We do not regret our decision. Everyone on the staff has impressed me with knowing us quickly, and always striving to keep our stay here comfortable.
Anonymous
The staff is very caring and work hard to make it a good place to live. I get three meals a day cooked by two chefs that they hired from restaurants down in Asheville that were closed from the storm. People are courteous and not invasive in your life, but very pleasant. There are over 100 people here but it doesn’t seem crowded because people aren’t out of their room at the same time unless it’s a gathering for a movie which is nightly, or an event that’s put on for our entertainment, such as music.
Ruth C
Such a beautiful facility and the staff is so kind and respectful! I would absolutely recommend this place for your loved ones.
Sarah Ellington
There is no other place I would choose to have my loved one!
Makenzi Thome
Incredible place with such a welcoming and caring staff! The facilities are well-kept and clean. Highly recommend!
Kenzi Thome
Beautiful building, great location, very clean, friendly staff & residents, food is fabulous. A needed option for seniors in the Asheville area.
Greg Foster
Julian Woods is a great community filled with great people, a lot of fun activities and amazing food. The employees try their best to help residents feel at home and it's really nice to see residents bonding with one another creating their own friendships and getting involved in clubs and special activities. The residents really thrive being involved in this community.
Albany Reed
Such a lovely place! My mother and sister attended the Julian Woods Grand Opening a few weeks ago and they had a great experience. The brand new building speaks for itself, the food was amazing, the staff and residents were all so happy and it’s apparent that Julian Woods Retirement Community is top notch! The Senior Living Consultant, Martha Evans is amazing and has already invited my mother to come back for a private tour and lunch. We love following their events on Facebook as well, and the residents are always having so much fun!
Sonya Corbin
This community as a whole exceeds any expectations you may hold! The entire area is clean and spotless as well as welcoming for anyone who may walk in the door! As you walk in, you are greeted with open arms and the feeling of being in paradise. The dining room is the best in my opinion. Spotless and clean, great food, and overall great employees. The dining supervisor, Sonya, greets everyone and makes sure you have everything you need! The overall experience is very much worth the 5 star.
Hannah Coggins
Great atmosphere Delicious food😋. Awesome staff, great management.
Ateeba Bascoe
It's a beautiful community always filled with activities, good people and amazing food.
Albany Reed
Very impressed!
Kim McBride
Everything we were hoping for and more. Amazing staff who are attentive to every detail, a talented chef who prepares excellent food and plenty of it, and tons of social interaction with new friends. There are fun and informative events daily. You really don’t have to leave the campus, but if you do it is conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, and cultural opportunities. A huge thumbs up!
Jim B
The good things here are new, good quality apartments and excellent food. Three healthy meals a day plus 24-hour snack options, special events, and ample menu choices. Good gym equipment and the in-house office of 33-Health provide superior physical therapy at additional cost. Intelligent activities and field trips Controlled size: because the facility is locked between other developments, this one can not expand, assuring it does not become too large and impersonal. Adjacent to Julian Park, so there’s nearby green space, a pretty little lake, and a useful “lung” in an urban area. Convenient proximity to shopping, good restaurants, medical care, transportation corridors, and the airport.
HVS
It's brand new. There's no buy-in and month-month rental; leave if you don't like it with 30 days' notice. Everything is included in your rent. All utilities including cable, three meals a day and the food is delicious. Light housekeeping is done on a weekly basis. There's a fitness center, a library, a craft room, a lounge, a theater. One and two-bedroom apartments are still available There are several three-bedroom apartments but I think those are already rented. Pets are allowed though dogs are only allowed in first-floor apartments I would definitely encourage anyone to visit and see if this is the right place for you or your loved ones.
Fran W
It's brand new. There's no buy-in and month-month rental; leave if you don't like it with 30 days' notice. Everything is included in your rent. All utilities including cable, three meals a day and the food is delicious. Light housekeeping is done weekly. There's a fitness center, a library, a craft room, a lounge, a theater. One and two-bedroom apartments are still available There are several three-bedroom apartments but I think those are already rented. Pets are allowed though dogs are only allowed in first-floor apartments I would encourage anyone to visit and see if this is the right place for you or your loved ones.
Fran W
To our dear Glenna and Greg, Albany, Ellen, Martha, Blake, Sonya, David, and all of those behind-the-scene staffers - You are to be highly commended for your extraordinary efforts to make the recent Julian Woods grand opening such a delight for all of us Residents. Not only was it fabulous but it was SPECTACULAR. Without a doubt Resort Lifestyle Communities is very satisfied and most proud of its own Julian Woods. We had two sets of visitors to the grand opening: our Minister of Music at Fletcher First Baptist as well as our Sunday school teacher and his lovely wife, and a sweet, loving couple from our old stomping grounds at Ballantree Dr., Asheville. They not only enjoyed touring this beautiful facility, but the wonderful camaraderie from visitors and residents alike. They continue commenting on the beautiful festivities. Julian Woods is set to become one of the most popular retirement facilities in this area and we are very fortunate to be able to call this our home. We’ve not met a stranger here yet as both men and women are very special people who we can certainly, with abundant pride, call our new family. Thank you all for making our stay here a most rewarding and pleasant one. With much love and gratitude, Nancy & Mary
Nancy Southers
Beautiful facility, tons of amenities.
Dee Santorini
Dear Staff of Julian Woods Retirement Community, Thank you for your gracious hospitality! You gave us a beautiful home away from home to visit our friends. May you be blessed today and days to come as you continue to build community. Candace & Linda
Candace & Linda
My friends moved in here a couple of months ago and I’ve been to visit them at least twice a week as they settle in. This is a lovely welcoming facility with prime rib brunches on Sundays, lots of interesting activities, and the most helpful staff ever. My friends are positive about leaving their longtime home and state- they are thriving with great food and socialization.
Anne Schoepfle
Sunday brunch is amazing!
Judy Moore
Love this place!❤️
Tori Lynn
Such a welcoming community! I’m so happy my mom found you guys and that I was able to help her move in and meet some fantastic people!
Jennifer Rusch King
I love this place I have a friend there she has a beautiful apartment the staff is great they are so good and very helpful to everyone and the food is great
Luci Owenby
This community is both a country comfort (the beautiful trees, the birds singing ... and the casual comfortable environment ... and also, clearly a state-of-the-art environment) The residents are refreshingly engaged with life and activity .. many engaging activities. From chess to billiards ( from 8 ball to 9 ball .. singles or partners ... it's on 😊) a modest game room .. with perhaps shuffleboard in the future. A most complimentary environment for comfortable.. engaging people .. a nice spot 🌄
Craig O'Dell
I am a CNA and just visited with my Client. Julian Woods is by far the most beautiful community and everyone was so kind. The apartments are huge, the food looks amazing, I loved the water pond in the lobby, and it is not more expensive than what he pays now, but a world of difference between the 2 places.
SM
We toured Julian Woods Retirement Community and it's brand new. They've done an excellent job of providing all of the support. It's an attractive place. We didn't choose Julian Woods because it's a little further away from Hendersonville, which we wanted to be in. They have very nice 24-hour day food. We looked at two bedrooms and they were perfectly adequate. We toured with the manager and she was very cordial and we got along fine.
Mark

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