Four Seasons at Monmouth Woods sits in Howell, New Jersey, right off Route 9 near all the places folks usually need to go-stores like Jackson Premium Outlets and Freehold Raceway Mall aren't far, and there's easy access to Route 33, I-195, the New Jersey Turnpike, and the Garden State Parkway, plus a nearby NJ Transit Park and Ride bus terminal with service straight to New York City, so visiting family or getting where you need to go gets a bit easier. This is a 55-plus community, and every home has to have at least one resident aged 55 or older, with no permanent residents under age 19. There are 251 single-family homes with a dozen different floor plans, ranging from 1,747 to 3,664 square feet, so people can pick two or three bedrooms, with most homes also giving you two or three bathrooms and features like big closets and designer kitchens. The community focuses on low-maintenance living, and the HOA fee takes care of things like landscaping, snow removal, and exterior upkeep, making life a little easier for everyone living there.
Homes here are all single-story or loft-style, and the models have names like Cocomo, Antigua, Barbuda, Grenada, Captiva II, and Monterey Loft, with large windows for light, open floor plans, high ceilings, and walk-in closets in the owner's suite; some come with fireplaces, and most have two-car garages with direct entry and roomy floor plans that often include an office space. People who like to keep active get a 6,900-square-foot clubhouse-this is where neighbors gather for social events, meetings, and activities, because it's got a billiards room, lounges, and a fitness center. Outdoors, you find a big pool, a separate kiddie pool for when grandkids visit, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce ball, a putting green, walking and biking paths, and areas set up for sitting or strolling with peaceful ponds and landscaped parks around the property. The clubhouse acts as a social hub with clubs, daily activities, bingo or events, and community rooms, so there's plenty of ways for everyone to get together or keep busy.
If someone needs a little extra help, the community provides assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and independent living, with on-site support for things like medication, bathing, dressing, and daily living activities, and there's a 24-hour call system and supervision plus an emergency alert system for peace of mind. Health and well-being features include fitness classes, a spa, a wellness room, and access to nearby doctors, pharmacies, and hospitals, and the staff can assist with housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, dietary restrictions (including diabetes-friendly menus and allergy-sensitive cooking), and provide Wi-Fi, cable TV, and phone service in the homes.
Meals are made by a professional chef, and residents can enjoy all-day and restaurant-style dining in a comfortable setting, or use their own kitchenettes if they'd rather prepare something private. Extra details like move-in help, dry cleaning, and concierge services mean folks don't have to worry if they need help with everyday details, and there's a library, arts and crafts room, movie theater, game room, music programs, scheduled daily activities, and outdoor leisure spaces for people who like to keep up with hobbies. There are also walking paths for fresh air.
Most of the homes come with modern finishes like recessed lighting, high ceilings, granite countertops, and open kitchens with a pantry and island, with models typically starting in the $300,000s, and the community remains open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for visits. The grounds have exterior lighting, patios, level lots, and attached garages. K. Hovnanian Enterprises Inc.-a builder in business since 1959-developed the community, so many homes were newly built in 2019. The community supports respite care for short-term stays, and helps both ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents with compassion and attention to individual needs. People living here will notice that everything in Monmouth Woods is set up to give active adults as much convenience, social activity, and peace of mind as possible, within a pleasant and easy-to-navigate setting.
