Studio
Independent Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,535/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Community profile
Whispering Pines Gracious Retirement Living
7501 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh, NC
Independent Living
★ 4.864 reviewsRead reviews
About the community
About Whispering Pines Gracious Retirement Living
Published floor plans
1 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,840/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 20262 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$5,710/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
Compare floor plans over time. The lowest current option with tracked history is selected first.
Studio$3,535 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Family and resident feedback
4.8 out of 5 from 64 reviews
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★★★★★
PositiveA delightful visit to Whispering Pines! Beautiful outdoor care, awesome welcome! Great patriotic brunch, delicious offerings, great service. On to a tour with [name removed], wonderful facility, spacious apartments! Will stay in touch with Whispering Pines!
★★★★★
PositiveOverall experience was excellent!
Mom loves being there. The residents there seem much more lively/vibrant than other places we looked at. Activities are available for participation all day long. Management was helpful with ideas for additional resources if needed in the future. Seems very clean and the one bedroom apartment is perfect to have a private bedroom and small living room for visitors. Would definitely recommend anyone looking for a vibrant community.
★★★★★
PositiveThe staff was super welcoming, invited us to the patriotism lunch, served well by staff, great food & then moved onto a tour with [name removed]. The facilities are excellent, with provisions made for usage, space, & lifestyle of residents’ needs. We enjoyed our visit at Whispering Pine!
★★★★★
PositiveWhispering Pines is a warm, welcoming community. My husband and I toured it in December when we were visiting my son and his family in Raleigh for the Christmas holiday. We especially liked the way the staff worked closely together and created a home-like atmosphere. The variety of room layouts was the most we’ve seen in our search. For the time being we are staying put in our Massachusetts home but will definitely keep this gem in mind.
★★★★★
PositiveNice reception. Good explanation of what the facility offered. Was given a thorough tour of the premises.
★★★★★
PositiveThe people were friendly and knowledgeable. I enjoyed a delicious meal with some of the residents. A positive experience.
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
- September 5, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
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Meals & dining
- Room Service
- Meals Provided
- Professional Chef
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Guest Meals
- Café or Bistro
- Private Dining Room
Health & wellness
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
Services & convenience
- Complimentary Transportation
- Resident Parking Available
- Cats Allowed
- Dogs Allowed
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Housekeeping
- Beautician
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
Activities & engagement
- Live Musical Performances
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Bible Study Group
- Book Club
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Wii Bowling
- Day Trips and Outings
- Art Classes
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Intergenerational Programs
- Activities Off-site
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Activities On-site
- Catholic Services
- Jewish Services
- Walking Club
- Bridge Club
- Holiday Parties
- Birthday Parties
- Cards / Pinochle Club
- Resident Band or Musicians
- Stretching Classes
- BBQs or Picnics
- Community Service Programs
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Protestant Services
- Brain fitness / Dakim
Outdoor spaces
- Indoor Common Areas
- Beauty Salon
- TV Lounge
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Computer or Media Center
- Indoor Atrium
- Outside Patio
- Barber Shop
- Central Fireplace
- Library
- Movie or Theater Room
- Raised Garden Beds
- Billiards Lounge
- Piano or Organ
- Fitness Center
- Game Room
Apartment & room features
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Handicap Accessible
- Kitchenette
- Ground Floor Units
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- 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 September 5, 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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Published price comparison
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