Village Grande at Battleground sits over in Manalapan, New Jersey, close to Route 9 and Freehold Raceway, not too far from the ocean, probably around a half hour drive east, with places like the Manasquan Reservoir, Shark River, and Spring Lake all nearby, so residents get a spot with a good bit of nature around. Built mostly between 2004 and 2006, this neighborhood has close to 120 single-family homes for folks aged 55 and up, and if someone's after a bit of space, homes here often have two to four bedrooms, two or three bathrooms, garages, sunrooms, and sometimes even lofts, most of them with hardwood floors and kitchens featuring stainless appliances and granite counters, and the larger floorplans can be as big as 3,000 square feet, which tends to feel roomy, plus there are private bathrooms, Wi-Fi and cable TV, air conditioning, and some homes have walk-in master suites.
The community has a gated entrance for a bit of peace of mind, and the clubhouse, which is about 4,000 square feet, comes with a fitness center, community rooms, and space for clubs, and out back you'll find an outdoor pool, a fenced pool area, shuffleboard, patios, tennis courts, and even a putting green for those wanting to stay active or spend time outside. You'll find walking paths curling through landscaped areas, spots for games or arts and crafts, and a calendar full of activities-from wellness programs and movie nights to resident-run clubs and music, making it a lively but low-key place to spend your years. The place has a library, a game room, and a community area for get-togethers or classes, and there's a fitness room and a movie theater, which is a nice touch when you want something familiar but easy.
Village Grande at Battleground helps with daily life, too-there are services for bathing, dressing, or medication management, plus a 24-hour call system so help's always close by, including support for folks who might need help getting around. Housekeeping, laundry, move-in coordination, and concierge services keep things running smooth, and transportation options are there for errands or appointments. Meals are served restaurant-style in a dining room, and there are allergy-friendly options with meals prepared by a professional chef throughout the day.
The community has social programs during weekdays and weekends, Wi-Fi throughout, outdoor common spaces to sit or walk, and a good bunch of resident activities to keep life interesting. While there's also mention of broader services like commercial banking as part of the network and a classification as a Social Service Organization, most of daily life here centers around making active retirement comfortable and giving people a chance to stay both independent and connected with neighbors.
