Ashley Park

Welcome to beautiful Charleston, South Carolina, one of the state’s most historic cities. Known for its year-round warm weather, breathtaking natural landscapes, and classic southern charm, there’s a lot to love about the area’s tranquil, quaint atmosphere.

Holiday Retirement brings their exceptional independent living programs to Charleston at Ashley Park, a retirement community offering 24-hour staff availability, on-site dining, complimentary transportation, and more – all for one inclusive fee. 

Residents get access to all of the following with their room and board, free of hidden charges or a la cart fees:

• Restaurant-style communal dining room
• Lounging spaces
• Outdoor gardens and grounds
• On-site beautician services
• Convenient walking paths
• WiFi available in the common areas
• Fireplace in the common area
• Kitchens for resident-use
• Exercise room with fitness equipment
• Spacious patio 
• Multi-purpose room
• On-site worship facilities
• Life enrichment programming
• Laundry facilities on-site
• Pool tables
• On-site game room
• Internet access and on-site computers
• Private dining space
• Library
• Parking available

As a person approaches retirement, preparing meals can become a bigger challenge. Even for those who enjoy cooking, it can take the time they’d rather spend with friends and family. 

Ashley Park takes the stress out of mealtimes with their chef-prepared dining options, crafted to nourish their physical and spiritual health. Menu options vary daily, reflecting a diverse range of flavors and cuisines with recipes like: 

• Homemade Gnocchi
• Banana Ice Cream
• Molten chocolate cake
• Skillet Barbecue Chicken
• Mexican Meatloaf
• Turkey Enchiladas
• Cajun bacon, lettuce, and fried green tomato sandwich
• Sausage and Mussels with Garlic Lemon Sauce
• Seasoned pork tenderloin with maple gastrique
• Chocolate Chip Cake
• Pretzel Salad
• Sweet Corn and Cilantro Crab Cakes
• Watermelon, feta and arugula salad with balsamic glaze
• Pumpkin spice ravioli
• Berry Fruit Trifle Parfait
• Cinnamon swirl bread

Dining gives residents a daily chance to interact with one another and share unforgettable memories together in the full-service dining room. Along with communal dining, Ashley Park offers engaging life enrichment programming to help residents get involved with their community and express their creativity. 

Life enrichment activities and events vary daily, featuring exciting opportunities like: 

• Cribbage
• Raffles
• Volunteering
• Tai Chi
• Coffee and Doughnut socials
• Shuffleboard
• Hands-on cooking
• Wii Virtual Sports
• Trivia
• Rummikub
• Community theater
• Sit-down aerobics
• Ice cream social events
• Fitness classes and activities
• Birthday parties
• Fashion shows
• Manicure and pedicure 
• Poker
• Bean Bag Baseball
• Ladderball 
• Karaoke and sing-a-longs
• Bible Study

The community’s transportation services make it easier than ever to get around Charleston, whether it’s seeing doctors at a nearby medical center or enjoying any of the local highlights. 

Popular attractions and points of interest in Charleston include: 

• Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
• Fort Sumter National Monument
• Patriots Point
• Waterfront Park

When residents move into the community, they are often surprised at the many floor plans and apartment layouts there are to choose from. Incoming residents can choose from the following apartment styles, depending on their personal preferences, size requirements, and monthly budget: 

• Studio (Starting at 379 sq ft)
• One-bedroom (Starting at 542 sq ft)
• Two-bedroom (Starting at 937 sq ft)

Each apartment features a selection of carefully-chosen amenities that create a safer, more convenient living space for their residents. Security features, modern conveniences, and standard home amenities make their apartments the perfect place for comfortable living, complete with:

• Telephone hookups
• All-inclusive utilities
• Private units
• Cable TV hookups
• Soft carpet and window treatments
• Emergency response tools and services
• Wheelchair-accessible units available
• In-unit kitchen spaces
• Heating and air conditioning
• Attached patios/balconies (in select units)

As one of the most highly-rated independent living communities in Charleston, there’s a lot families love about calling Ashley Park home. According to online reviews, the community is most widely praised for: 

• The informative staff members who are happy to answer questions during tours, helping families get a better idea of what Ashley Park provides
• Offering clean, modern surroundings that feel more like a luxury hotel than a retirement community
• The hallways and common areas are well-maintained and free of messes or fall hazards
• The meals are delicious and filling, leaving residents feeling satisfied every time they leave the table

Touring Ashley Park is the best way to see everything the community provides. During the tour, the staff members are happy to explain what sets their independent living programs apart from other options in the area and discuss their available floor plans. 

To schedule a tour of Ashley Park, please use the link above to choose an available time slot.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Where is Ashley Park located?

Ashley Park is located at: 

1451 Tobias Gadson Blvd

Charleston, SC 29407

Q: What care services and amenities does Ashley Park provide?

Ashley Park provides the following services and amenities with their all-inclusive monthly room and board: 

• 24/7 emergency response services
• Weekly housekeeping and linen care
• Inclusive utilities
• Life enrichment programming
• Free parking for residents and guests
• Free laundry facilities
• Scheduled transportation options
• On-site restaurant-style dining

To learn more, please use the link above to make an inquiry. 

Q: What levels of care does Ashley Park provide?

Ashley Park is an independent living community. Their services are designed with self-sufficient residents in mind, giving them all the benefits of community-based living while preserving their personal freedoms and independence. 

However, Ashley Park does not provide ongoing personal care services or skilled nursing care. Residents who need services outside of those the community provides must arrange them with a third-party care provider as necessary. 

To learn more, please use the link above to make an inquiry. 

Q: How much does Ashley Park cost?

The cost of living at Ashley Park is all-inclusive, free of hidden fees or expensive buy-ins. Instead, incoming residents can choose a unit that best suits their monthly budget and personal needs, giving them total control over their housing options. 

Rates at Ashley Park vary according to a unit’s size and amenities, with studio usually offering the lowest monthly fees. To get a personalized quote for the community, families can use the “Get Pricing” link above. 

Q: Is Ashley Park pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are welcome at Ashley Park provided they comply with the community’s pet policy. To learn more, please use the link above to make an inquiry. 

Q: Do the residents seem active and engaged at Ashley Park?

Active, engaged living is a major part of Ashley Park’s commitment to exceptional care. They believe staying mentally and physically active is key to improved wellbeing of the mind, body, and soul, offering engaging life enrichment programming daily for residents to enjoy on-site. 

The community’s on-site life enrichment changes daily, ranging from arts and crafts opportunities to physical fitness classes, group outings, and more. To learn more about what’s coming up on the schedule, please use the link above to make an inquiry. 

There are 6 hospitals within 25 miles of Ashley Park. The two closest hospitals are Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital which is 0.7 miles away and Roper Hospital which is 5.0 miles away.