Studio
Independent Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,965/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 8, 2026Community profile
Colonial Gardens
105 Cherry Hill Drive, Beverly, MA
Independent Living
★ 4.575 reviewsvia A Place for Mom ↗
About the community
About Colonial Gardens
Colonial Gardens is perfect for independent seniors wishing to continue their active retirement lifestyle. Residents here can visit the on-premises salon, library, billiard room, exercise room, or movie theater anytime they like. There is also an on-site management team that is available day and night to offer aid and assistance. Community Services and Amenities The community offers tons of opportunities to participate in the arts, learn new skills, and enjoy intellectual and cultural pursuits. Popular activities include: creative writing classes book and garden clubs discussion groups creative arts projects scheduled outings social events cooking demonstrations …and more! This community offers independent living in a safe, caring environment where seniors can be surrounded by their peers. Professional and attentive staff are always available to check up on residents' needs. Physical and occupational therapy is available on-site, and Colonial Gardens also coordinates with private home care providers to help with more advanced medical needs. For a reasonable fee, residents enjoy access to regular fitness programs, three chef-prepared meals served daily, planned activities and events, weekly housekeeping and linen services, transportation to doctor’s appointments and outings, and so much more! Living Arrangements and Unit Features Colonial Gardens offer a selection of comfortable studios as well as one- and two-bedroom apartments with kitchenette options and emergency alert systems. Wheelchair-accessible apartments with accessible bathrooms are available, along with housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services. Related Articles: How to Talk to Someone With Dementia: 10 Expert Alzheimer’s Communication Strategies Caregiver Burnout: How to Identify and Reverse Course Finding Senior Living for Elderly Couples
Published floor plans
1 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,535/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 8, 20262 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$6,660/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 8, 2026Detached Cottages / Bungalows
Independent Living
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$7,265/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 8, 2026Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
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Studio$3,965 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Family and resident feedback
4.5 out of 5 from 75 reviews
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★★★★★
PositiveWas interested in this place but not ready to move from my home at this time. Had lunch and spoke with some residents at that time.
★★★★★
PositiveOverall pleased
Wonderful staff, friendly residents, excellent food, good activities, and at $[removed]. For a two-month trial period, it was a perfect deal. The negative was trying to get my deposit back. I discovered that three administrators were let go and I hope it wasn't due to my experience.
★★★★★
CriticalNot worth the money.
Management has a revolving door (assistant managers) and there are constant excuses why maintenance is not done. We pay[removed price] a month for the hassle of begging for a repair. Been waiting 8 months for our exterior light to be restored that was damaged when the sidewalk was replaced. The excuse is “ we get a lot of rain in New England!” The food is very borderline and there is no nutritional information for anything. If you have diabetes or any other dietary restriction, this is not the place for you. Activi…
★★★★★
PositiveThe facility was beautiful. Additionally, it was decorated for the Christmas/ Hanukah holidays and was lovely and inviting. The dining room was like a 5-star hotel. At dinner time, well-dressed residents began gathering at tables for 2 or more as servers assisted with their orders. Various residents greeted the facility manager (and obviously liked and respected her) as she was hosting my tour. There was no studio empty for viewing. I viewed a 1-bedroom, spacious apartment with large closets, a balcony and good …
★★★★★
CriticalReview for Colonial Gardens
As of right now All the folks in management here at Colonial Gardens are very good ----in fact for me things are better than they have ever been since I first took up residence here----seems like a year and a half or so ago.
★★★★★
PositiveOur Family Experience
Being able to socialize has been a game changer for my sister. Colonial Gardens has an impressive beautiful dining room with good food. Nicely kept up facility. Lovely apartments all with outside access. Pleasant administration . Transportation to doctor's appointments and grocer. Good price point for what you get.
Verified overview
What we know from public sources
- Care options
- Independent Living
- Operator
- Hawthorn Senior Living, LLC
- Public price status
- Published starting price available
- Last source check
- August 8, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
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Meals & dining
- Gluten-free
- Guest Meals
- Vegetarian
- Room Service
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Professional Chef
- Meals Provided
- Private Dining Room
Health & wellness
- Incontinence Care
- Medication Management
- High Acuity Care
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
Services & convenience
- Covered Parking
- Complimentary Transportation
- Uncovered Parking
- Resident Parking Available
- Cats Allowed
- Dogs Allowed
- Housekeeping
- Beautician
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- German
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- French
Activities & engagement
- Tai Chi
- Gardening Club
- Protestant Services
- Art Classes
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Day Trips and Outings
- Book Club
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Holiday Parties
- Jewish Services
- Bridge Club
- Walking Club
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Activities Off-site
- Stretching Classes
- BBQs or Picnics
- Cards / Pinochle Club
- Birthday Parties
- Men's Club
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Choir / Singing Club
- Quilting or Sewing Club
- Wii Bowling
- Bible Study Group
- Happy Hour
- Dances
- Catholic Services
- Christian Services
- Activities On-site
- Live Well Programs
- Resident Band or Musicians
- Community Service Organizations
- Trivia Games
- Live Musical Performances
Outdoor spaces
- Meeting Room
- Indoor Common Areas
- TV Lounge
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Indoor Atrium
- Central Fireplace
- Beauty Salon
- Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
- Computer or Media Center
- Library
- Outside Patio
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Movie or Theater Room
- Fitness Center
- Raised Garden Beds
- Billiards Lounge
- Game Room
- Piano or Organ
Apartment & room features
- Full kitchen
- Bath Tubs
- Kitchenette
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Garden View
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Fireplaces
- Private patio, deck, or balcony
- Handicap Accessible
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Ground Floor Units
- Air Conditioned
Official oversight
Inspection and quality records
Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”
Coverage last checked August 8, 2026.
Questions to confirm with the community
- Additional care fees
- Not publicly disclosed
- Move-in fee
- Not publicly disclosed
- Exact unit availability
- Confirmation required
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