Lakeview Retirement Community sits along Lake Murray in the quiet neighborhoods of Irmo, near Columbia, South Carolina, and the grounds have plenty of tall Carolina trees, a peaceful wood-covered path for strolling, outdoor gardens, and scenic lakeside views that make the place feel calm and relaxed most days, especially when you see the waterfall and pond right in the lobby. Residents can choose from several apartments, including studios, one, or two-bedroom layouts, all with modern conveniences like full-size kitchens or kitchenettes, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, Wi-Fi, and cable or satellite TV, so you can bring your own furniture and make your suite feel like home without worrying about a buy-in or long lease. Folks who live here take part in many activities-there are fitness classes, arts and crafts, education programs, games, a billiards room, and outings around the area, and every day there's a chance to join a social gathering, lunch with a guest, or a special event in the big auditorium, and the recreation room or movie theater gives everyone a spot to relax in the evening if they're up for it.
The staff stay close by, trained and friendly, and lend a hand if needed, but really encourage everyone to keep their independence as much as possible, offering support like housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance, plus extra help for daily living through third-party care providers, so residents can age in place whether they need independent living, assisted living, memory care, or a short respite stay. The dining options cover a lot too, with restaurant-style meals included in the rent, room service, and special menus for folks with dietary preferences like vegetarian, low salt, or low fat, and there's always a place for guests if family or friends visit, even overnight. Folks who enjoy pets are welcome within policies, and there's a beautician, barber, on-site pharmacy, general store, and even a spa with a hot tub, while outdoors the gardens and patios give a good spot for warmer afternoons, and anyone who still drives can use the parking lot on campus. There's a computer room, common areas with TVs, reliable internet, and transportation services for shopping, appointments, or getting out in the community, and social events keep people connected with each other and the larger Irmo area through things like the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce partnership and other local perks.
The whole community is set up so that older adults over 55 can live without stress, enjoy the lakeside setting, and have most everyday needs covered by one all-inclusive monthly rent that takes care of housing, meals, housekeeping, and the kinds of extras that help make life easier and more enjoyable, and the new buildings-expected to be finished soon-promise fresh and comfortable accommodations for those looking to spend their retirement in a simple, peaceful place.
