Lions Head North sits on a quiet street in Brick, New Jersey, and was built back in 1983, when homes were put together to stand the test of time, and this particular two-bedroom, two-bath single-story house makes good use of its 1,300 square feet with an open kitchen that has a breakfast bar, two pantries, and a spot for a desk, so folks can get their coffee or catch up on mail without a fuss, and with new appliances and newer windows throughout, you'll notice a bit less draft and more sunshine, especially in the sunroom and the dining room, which opens right to a peaceful backyard that feels private and gives you space to sit a spell, though that backyard isn't anything fancy, just quiet and simple. The house has laminate, tile, and wall-to-wall carpet floors, a laundry room with washer and dryer, attic storage with pull-down stairs, plus a one-car attached garage to keep the car out of the rain, and electric heating and cooling to keep things comfortable, which is important when the New Jersey weather goes back and forth. There's a master suite with its own newer bathroom and access to the porch, another full bathroom off the hallway, and an eat-in kitchen that maybe isn't the biggest but works well for a couple people. The office makes it easier to write letters or read quietly, and while you'll also find extra features like window treatments, blinds, and a garage door opener, it's the simple things-like a working wood-burning fireplace in the living room and exterior lighting for evening walks-that give the place its charm, though you might find that some listings mention no fireplace, so that could be worth checking before making a decision.
Now, the community of Lions Head North is a 55+ neighborhood with a clubhouse where you'll run into card games or social events, and there's a heated outdoor swimming pool, bocce courts, shuffleboard, and tennis, which means there are plenty of ways to stay active if you like that sort of thing, though nobody's going to make you play if you'd rather stay indoors. The Homeowners Association fee comes to $125 per month and covers things like trash pickup, lawn care, the pool, and snow removal, which helps keep things easy for folks who don't want to fuss much with chores after a certain age. The neighborhood sits on a manageable 6,700 square foot lot, not too big to maintain, and you'll often see folks strolling or meeting up at the clubhouse for resident-run activities and community-sponsored events. While some places talk about dining services or more hands-on care, there's nothing mentioned here about those, so what you're looking at is mostly independent living in a friendly, stable environment, with a little extra help from the HOA covering the basics. There's talk about other property types in the area and some familiar names like "Crestwood Village" or "Windward Beach," but those aren't part of Lions Head North-this is a place for folks who want a low-key lifestyle, in a house that's updated where it matters, with just enough community activity to keep things interesting, and you'll find it down at 200 Courtshire Drive in Ocean County, New Jersey.
