Four Seasons at Bakersfield Recreation Center sits at 10500 Toscana Drive in Bakersfield, California, a little ways from downtown, in a quiet 55+ active-adult neighborhood with 479 homes that have sidewalks and parkways running along the streets, and the grounds keep a peaceful feel where folks and their dogs can take strolls along the paseo sidewalks and enjoy the small pocket parks scattered throughout. The community centers around The Lodge, a 14,000-square-foot clubhouse, open daily, where people gather for events, games, and meals, and there's always something going on, like pool parties, holiday events, and even parades, and inside The Lodge, you'll find things like a ballroom for social events, a library where residents read or join meetings, a craft room for art workshops, a movie theater with scheduled films, a game room with board games and pool tournaments, and even a computer lab with several PCs, printer access, and laptop connections for those who want to stay connected.
The recreation center connects to an outdoor area with places to relax, like patios with seats, a gazebo popular with small groups, a fire pit where people gather for snacks and conversation, and a putting green with benches nearby. There's a big barbecue section with four grills, each equipped with a sink and a refrigerator, looking out over the pool and palm trees, and residents use these spaces for casual get-togethers and meals. The swimming pool area, surrounded by shaded patios and a spa in a garden setting, stays busy on warm days, along with sports amenities like bocce ball, pickleball, tennis, water volleyball, horseshoe pits, and ping-pong. The grounds have dog-friendly areas, with waste stations, bags, and plenty of room, and residents walk their pets most days.
Inside, private and semi-private studio units come with Wi-Fi, cable TV, air conditioning, telephones, private bathrooms, and kitchenettes in some units, and the staff offers help with daily activities such as dressing, medication management, and meal service, trying to keep a balance between independence and support. There's a dining room with choices for all-day dining, options for special diets, and nutritious meals planned by chefs. The recreation center brings scheduled activities like fitness programs, arts and crafts, games, and movie nights, plus bus trips arranged by staff for outings. The Messenger newsletter keeps the community informed, and the staff at the front desk assists with reservations and general questions.
Security, landscaping, and resident services come under the management of K Hovnanian Four Seasons at Bakersfield HOA, making sure facilities stay well-kept, and there's a 24-hour call system for residents who might need help, along with memory care, skilled nursing, independent and assisted living care, and short-term respite stays as well. The center offers housekeeping, laundry, move-in help, concierge, and transportation, aiming to help residents stay comfortable and connected. The whole community has high-speed internet in both indoor and outdoor areas, so everyone can get online when they want to. The center stands close to local shops, restaurants, spas, and important medical facilities like the Bakersfield Neuroscience & Spine Institute, and the neighborhood often feels busy with residents joining in games or just visiting in outdoor spaces. Four Seasons at Bakersfield Recreation Center works to give seniors a welcoming space, where social activities and good care meet daily life, and the design always keeps comfort, security, and community in mind.
