Studio
Independent Living · 0 bedroom
$3,665/month
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The Lodge at Wake Forest Gracious Retirement Living
1151 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC
Independent Living
★ 3.637 reviewsvia A Place for Mom ↗
About the community
About The Lodge at Wake Forest Gracious Retirement Living
The Lodge at Wake Forest provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built among the gently rolling hills of North Carolina, you'll be charmed by Wake Forest — a historic village with a bustling downtown. The area features wooded parks to stroll through, nearby shopping and excellent medical care. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers: - Private apartment suites - Daily chef-prepared meals from scratch - A variety of enriching activities - Maintenance-free living - Weekly housekeeping and linen service - Local, scheduled transportation - Most utilities including basic cable Familiar Faces From pleasant housekeepers, to attentive servers at mealtime, and helpful maintenance technicians who aare there when you need them, this community is the new extension of your family. We're here to make your life easier in any way we can. Private apartment suites Choose from a variety of comfortable senior living apartments in various sizes and configurations allowing you the freedom to furnish in any style that appeals to you. Built with your comfort and safety in mind Our easy-to-maneuver floor plans are ideal for seniors and we offer 24/7 emergency response services. We understand that each individual is unique and that needs may change over time. Holiday Retirement does not provide any health care services. Residents are welcome to use outside home health care options that may enable them to continue enjoying life at our community. We are dedicated to making your life with us a truly special experience, and look forward to meeting you. Call today to schedule your personal tour and learn more about joining our family!
Published floor plans
1 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
$3,935/month
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Independent Living · 2 bedroom
$5,245/month
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Price history by floor plan
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Studio$3,665 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Family and resident feedback
3.6 out of 5 from 37 reviews
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PositiveThanks to [name removed] for making our tour enjoyable and informative. The Lodge was clean and well appointed with helpful amenities for aging residents. Everyone was friendly and some residents offered to show us their apartment. It's definitely on our list of possible homes!
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PositiveVery nice tour. Nice place and the people there are very friendly. The Lodge is definitely a place for consideration in the future. My Mom liked it.
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PositiveThe Lodge at Wake Forest review
The staff is very kind and caring. My Mom feels very special with all their good care.
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PositiveThe Lodge at Wake Forest
The cleanliness interior is a 5, the exterior is a 3. The visiting medical staff and on-site Rehab are exceptional The 4 rating is because they frequently have issues with the bus/driver and do not offer many out of facility options. My Mom has been in and out of the hospital the few months and the staff has been so sweet and supportive.
★★★★★
CriticalA Happy Place Crippled by Unreasonable Restrictions
After 5-months' residency there are few complaints I can render. However, there is a significant one that looms above the others. During times of illness residents find themselves limited to only 3 free meals per year unless they can show they are definitely ill; (after that they pay $5/meal) this has become an ambience of distrust between the staff and residents.. Personally, I have not used the cafeteria all that much because of such situations as 2 out of 3 grilled cheese sandwiches were rancid tasting from not …
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PositiveReview for The Lodge at Wake Forest
From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income. He does enjoy much of the staff and residents.
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 6, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
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Meals & dining
- Room Service
- No Sugar
- Meals Provided
- Guest Meals
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Professional Chef
- Low / No Sodium
- Private Dining Room
Health & wellness
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
- Medication Management
- Memory Care
Services & convenience
- Housekeeping
- Beautician
- English
- Uncovered Parking
- Complimentary Transportation
- Resident Parking Available
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Transportation at Cost
- Dogs Allowed
- Cats Allowed
Activities & engagement
- Stretching Classes
- BBQs or Picnics
- Live Well Programs
- Protestant Services
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Gardening Club
- Trivia Games
- Live Musical Performances
- Tai Chi
- Wii Bowling
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Art Classes
- Pet-focused Programs
- Day Trips and Outings
- Activities On-site
- Activities Off-site
- Dances
- Wine Tasting
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Holiday Parties
- Other Religious Services
- Catholic Services
Outdoor spaces
- Piano or Organ
- Billiards Lounge
- Game Room
- Fitness Center
- Barber Shop
- Indoor Common Areas
- Beauty Salon
- Outdoor Common Areas
- TV Lounge
- Computer or Media Center
- Indoor Atrium
- Outside Patio
- Central Fireplace
- Library
- Arts and Crafts Center
Apartment & room features
- Handicap Accessible
- Bath Tubs
- Kitchenette
- Ground Floor Units
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- 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 6, 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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Nearby starting prices
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