Anonymous
Independent LivingResident/client
October 2, 2025
Review for Gardens at Wakefield
I'm settled on the Gardens at Wake Field. It is a great place and I'm pleased to be here
12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614

Anonymous
Child of resident/client
Gardens at Wakefield
Tina was excellent to work with. Patient as dad was making his decisions and kept us updated throughout the process. Seems well managed. Liked the activities, something for everyone. Good value with the meals.
Read all reviewsHoliday Gardens at Wakefield
Traditional craftsman-style architecture and charming, homelike interiors welcome you at Holiday Gardens at Wakefield — a Holiday by Atria community offering superior amenities and exceptional independent living services. This multi-story community is located in a lovely residential neighborhood just a few miles from Falls Lake.
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield features many gathering areas where you can socialize with your loved ones. Catch a film in the theater room, enjoy the fresh air beneath the gazebo, or take your pup for a walk along the walking paths. Several golf courses, scenic parks, and fishing areas are nearby for residents to enjoy.
Great Place to Work Institute has honored Holiday Gardens at Wakefield with certification as a Great Place to Work® for their 2022-2023 awards. Live better, age more successfully, and stay independent longer, at Holiday Gardens at Wakefield!
This community provides all residents with a low-stress environment. Dedicated associates provide regular housekeeping, maintenance, light linen, and scheduled transportation services. The culinary team prepares multiple menu items to accommodate different tastes and dietary restrictions. The picturesque, restaurant-style dining hall features comfortable furnishings, providing you with optimal comfort while enjoying a delicious, well-balanced meal.
The community’s robust activity calendar offers many recreational, educational, and...
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A Place for Mom has scored Holiday Gardens at Wakefield with 10 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Holiday Gardens at Wakefield has 125 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.7 out of 5.
Anonymous
Independent LivingResident/client
October 2, 2025
I'm settled on the Gardens at Wake Field. It is a great place and I'm pleased to be here
Anonymous
Independent LivingFamily/friend
August 27, 2025
Tina was excellent to work with. Patient as dad was making his decisions and kept us updated throughout the process. Seems well managed. Liked the activities, something for everyone. Good value with the meals.
Anonymous
Independent LivingResident/client
July 28, 2025
I missed lunch doing stuff but went down check menu. [name removed](head of maintenance) and went in kitchen and got me some left over stew! It's very good. Didn't dare ask for the cobbler dessert!!I imagine prices will go up in 2026 but hope not more than 6% I heard. Fish tonight but they do have small list of somethings u can have instead. I've only been here a couple of weeks and so far food has been good and they have dessert and or ice cream every day. The bathroom was redone like whole apt when someone moves out I believe but sink designed by a man....no drawers but my kids put a cute thing in corner that helps a lot. I like my apt. My Senior friends seem to love my place and it is cheaper than most places!! There are folks been here for years!!!
Anonymous
Independent LivingFamily/friend
June 23, 2025
What stood out the most is the warm, friendly and welcoming environment. Apartment size was just right size and th location was convenient to where we live.
The Nicholas Family
Independent LivingFamily/friend
June 10, 2025
The food isn't as good as it should be for the price. Other than that, we love it. It stays clean. There is always someone there if there are any problems with the dwelling. The staff is consistent and friendly.
Sandy L
Independent LivingToured community
April 25, 2025
The Gardens of Wakefield are really breath taking. The staff are very friendly and will answer all of your questions.. I was checking out the Gardens for my brother and a neighbor lady. I will tell you the truth if I could afford the Gardens I would move tomorrow. I saw the one and two bedroom apartments. The apartments are very bright and very spacious. You have your own washer and dryer. Plus If you don't feel Like cooking . The Gardens have all of your meals prepared. Yes your 3 meals a day 7 days a week. Plus there is a cleaning service 1 day a week. That's provided for you. The last time I was there the staff showed us 4 different apartments.. I can't say enough about The Gardens of Wakefield . Like I said if I could afford them I would move in tomorrow. The only expenses you have is your telephone and your cable bills. They have movie nights There is different projects going on. . Don't take my word just check out The Gardens of Wakefield for yourselves.
Andrea J
Independent LivingFamily/friend
April 5, 2025
A year and a half ago was a challenging time for my mom. She was torn between continuing to stay in her home or moving to a senior living community. She felt the need for community but didn’t want to loose her home or “independence”. She had visited several communities but couldn’t decide what would fit for her— what if she moved, sold her home and hated it? Could she support paying for two places while only living in one? The Gardens was running a program at that time that allowed her to moved. She moved all of her stuff in that would fit and began the journey of Senior Living - 3 prepared meals per day, activities with new friends, in house movies, transportation to shopping and some doctors appointments and wait for it —- housekeeping once a week. Who wouldn’t love it? …. Who wouldn’t love living your best life. AND on days when you don’t want or feel like interacting— just stay in. This was an excellent opportunity to start another chapter. It’s been a great experience for our
DJ
Independent LivingFamily/friend
March 6, 2025
We had researched senior independent living apartments in the Raleigh area for my 88 year old mother. She could not longer live by herself due to vision and hearing medical issues. Every visit to this facility, before our decision, we were warmly greeted by the staff. The facility is located in a safe community area. I liked that it was located in an established area with established landscaping. My mom enjoys spending time outside and having a balcony was a must for her. The residents that we talked to seemed happy living here. It had the amenities we needed without paying for amenities that she wouldn't use. The meals were good but could always use improvement and more choices. The cost was good for her budget. Overall, she is getting more involved and enjoying more socialization which is good for her.
Becky L Thorsen
Independent LivingFamily/friend
March 5, 2025
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield has been an answer to prayers. Our family needed to get Mom moved to NC to be closer to us so we could help her with daily life and finances yet allow her to keep her independence; HG did just that! With the help of [name removed], [name removed], and [name removed], my Mom's transition from Florida living alone to her own apartment here in Nc has been seemless and an absolute JOY!
Anonymous
Independent LivingResident/client
February 21, 2025
The facility is super. Staff are also above the independent living facilities. There are 3 meals a day, beautiful apartments, exercise equipment and exercises 6 days a week. The grounds are beautiful.
Beth J
Independent LivingToured community
January 27, 2025
Had a wonderful tour at The Gardens of Wakefield. Was very impressed with the professional and inviting personalities of all the staff as well as residents I met. My tour was very informative and I was very impressed on all counts. I am checking out the gardens for my parents who are not quite ready to make a move yet but we are very interested when the time is right.
Tamee Schofield
Independent LivingFamily/friend
January 8, 2025
In transitioning my parents to the Wake Forest area, we have been so impressed with the expertise of the staff at The Gardens at Wakefield. Everyone has been so kind and caring and willing to help. We are grateful for this provision.
Sarah E Beamer
Independent LivingFamily/friend
January 7, 2025
I'm a senior citizen in the Raleigh area and have a couple of friends residing at Gardens at Wakefield. I visit often, and each time I leave, I'm thinking "what a happy place to live"! The community is clean, modern and well-operated. And there's always something fun and/or interesting going on with programs and resident activities! My friends no longer drive, so they take advantage of a number of onsite healthcare services that come into the building - primary care provider, footcare specialists, physical therapy, etc. And they never complained about the food - so I'm assuming it's good! Again, it's a place I find quite appealing for seniors who are looking to live a happy and healthy "independent life" in a beautiful and safe area. The management team is welcoming and cordial - and I appreciate that! Gardens at Wakefield has my total support and recommendation and I encourage you to give them a call if you or a loved one are in the market for such a setting.
Michael G
Independent LivingFamily/friend
January 7, 2025
Wakefield Gardens is good value for independant living. The staff is excellent and cares about its residents. My parent has responded well to her living arrangement and is recieving the benefits from the support she needs
BRENDA
Independent LivingFamily/friend
January 5, 2025
My sister and I were overjoyed to find Holiday Gardens for my mom! The staff and residents are so friendly, caring and supportive. They instantly made mom feel like family. She now gets three healthy and flavorful meals a day, and plenty of social opportunities. The activities and amenities are everything she wants, and nothing she does not need! The property is both beautiful and homey. I was so happy when we moved her in! The sales and property managers, and all the staff, made an emotional difficult process SO easy. Can't recommend Holiday Gardens at Wakefield enough!!!
Kimberley Thomson
Independent LivingFamily/friend
December 9, 2024
My dad moved in to the Gardens in 2019 and really enjoys living there. The apartments are lovely and spacious, but the thing that sets the place apart is the staff. [name removed] is such a warm and friendly person. She truly cares about the residents. She is always there with a smile and a helping hand when needed. I'm hoping my dad can stay a long time. With the onsite gym, dining room and Legacy health care based on site all my dads needs can be met.
marie g schreck
Independent LivingFamily/friend
November 25, 2024
My mother moved to Holiday Gardens two months ago and she is very happy there. When I first toured the place, I noticed how friendly and happy the residents were. Then I brought my mother there and she noticed it, too. The residents genuinely like living there. The staff is very responsive to concerns and care about the residents. This was a good move for my mother.
Latonya Watson
Independent LivingFamily/friend
August 19, 2024
In our search for a forever home for my client, [name removed], she was very specific at what she was looking for. She wanted to be able to have access to everything she needed, to facilitate her medical care, and home living. We went to tour Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, the staff, and residents were very welcoming. They even had a welcome sign with our names on it waiting, and a bag of goodies. [name removed] showed us some of the amenities like the gym, hair salon, and the awesome dining area. The application process was painless, and once we viewed the very spacious, and accommodating apartment, my client knew this was the one, out of all of the others she has looked at. [name removed] and her cat [name removed], enjoyed sitting on her balcony, and taking in the fresh air, and the quietness of the community as a whole. She loved the convenience of her meals being brought to her, so she could stay on schedule w/ her meds. She told me time and time again," I love it here, i have finally found my peace."
Lori B
Independent LivingAugust 16, 2024
I have visited The Gardens a few times and each time I visit, I see how warm and welcoming the community is. I absolutely love the changes in decor that came with renovations. The staff go above and beyond for the residents and the residents all care about each other and seem more like family. The food is delicious and there is a good variety too!
Michele
Independent LivingFamily/friend
August 12, 2024
Choosing a retirement community for a loved one is a difficult prospect. With many options available, finding the right fit was harder than we expected. After visiting a number of the well-known facilities in the area, Holiday Gardens at Wakefield stood out among the rest. We were welcomed by [name removed], who was readily available for our questions, tours and more questions. The transition was smooth, communication clear and follow up has been diligent. The community feels more like home than others we toured. The grounds are beautiful. Staff has been accommodating and warm. There have been many opportunities for my dad to become involved and residents seem very happy when I visit. I highly recommend Holiday Gardens.
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield
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