The Lakes of Boulder Ridge sits in a quiet spot in Lake in the Hills, Illinois, right next to a small, pretty lake and with views of the Boulder Ridge golf course, and most of the homes here are either duplex villas or single-family detached, almost always with finished basements-many with walkout access-and you'll see the homes come with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and two-car garages, with the sizes running from around 2,000 to over 3,000 square feet, sometimes more, and almost all are end units for extra privacy. Most homes have brick and cedar siding, a concrete foundation, and a walkout basement, and inside you'll often find things like vaulted or cathedral ceilings, open floorplans, big living rooms with fireplaces, screened porches or decks looking out over the water or the fairway, and kitchens with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Some main bedroom suites include large walk-in closets and baths with soaking tubs, double sinks, and step-in showers, and the finished basements nearly always have flexible rooms for media, exercise, or extra guests, sometimes with a family room, a recreation space, and even a wet bar, and you'll find storage rooms and a dedicated laundry area as well, sometimes with utility sinks.
The community is meant for adults 55 and up who want a low-maintenance, active life, and there's a clubhouse that looks out at both the pond and the golf course, with activity rooms for arts and crafts, games, music programs, a theater for movie nights, fitness and wellness rooms, and space for social gatherings or clubs, while outside you'll see plenty of walking paths, common spaces, and even access to nearby parks and the Exner Marsh Conservation Area. Homes have features for everyday needs, like security systems, grab bars, and easy wheelchair access, as well as high-speed Wi-Fi, cable TV, private baths, and air conditioning in most units, and the association manages most maintenance needs, including lawn care, snow removal, landscaping, and even covers building insurance, with a set monthly fee that's listed as either $170 or $189 depending on the home model, and that makes things predictable for the homeowners here.
For folks looking for more help, the Lakes of Boulder Ridge is part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community, which means there are care services for different needs, whether it's independent living, assisted living, memory care or even nursing care when health issues become more serious, and staff can help with bathing, dressing, getting around, medications, and meals, plus there's 24-hour supervision, an emergency alert system, daily dining (with dietary options for diabetes or allergies), and services such as laundry, housekeeping, dry cleaning, and transportation for errands or appointments. You'll find social events planned by the community, with both resident-run clubs and regular activities to keep everyone connected.
Residents can walk or drive to local schools, with District 158 covering the area, and it's close by different restaurants, shopping, and other golf courses like the Golf Club of Illinois and Redtail Golf Club, and only a short drive from the Boulder Ridge Country Club where separate memberships let you use the pool, dine privately, play tennis, or join in on golf and aerobic classes if you want extra activities.
The neighborhood feels peaceful and upscale but friendly, with waterfront properties, scenic views, and plenty of chances to enjoy nature, and it's easy to see why so many residents stay for years, making friends through group events or just spending time outside. Homes here have features pointing to safety and comfort, like carbon monoxide detectors, attached garages with openers, walk-in closets, and options for special needs. There are several floor plans and models, like the Brighton Model with a first-floor master and loft, and the association sometimes offers virtual tours for people interested in seeing more before they visit.
You'll get simple but complete services, support if you need more care, and a strong sense of community, so for those looking for a no-fuss, easy-to-live-in place with golf and nature nearby and neighbors who look out for each other, the Lakes of Boulder Ridge does a lot to make daily living comfortable without the hard sell or flash, and lets you build a lifestyle that fits what you want and need as you age.
