Enclave at Shackamaxon sits inside the historic Shackamaxon Country Club in Scotch Plains, offering a gated community designed for people aged 55 and over. The homes here range from large single-family houses to luxury carriage homes and townhomes, some with private courtyards, open kitchens, second-floor lofts, and attached two-car garages, stretching from about 2,236 to over 3,600 square feet. Developed by Toll Brothers, the community has a resort-like style, with smart home features and homes that start from the upper $700's, and has sold out. Residents use walking and biking trails that wind around landscaped grounds, plus there's an on-site nature preserve, outdoor café and bar, and plenty of places to gather, whether on patios, in community rooms, or out in the open spaces set up for parties and celebrations.
People here enjoy a clubhouse with restaurant-style dining and several places to eat, like The Grill Room, 1916 Bar, The Living Room, Garden Terrace, and Tilly's Turn, as well as community dining options led by a professional chef with all-day meals, allergy-friendly choices, and meal prep help. There's a state-of-the-art fitness center, pickleball and bocce courts, walking paths, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor pools, a whirlpool and steam room, a movie theater, an activity room, and a library. The grounds include an 18-hole golf course designed by Albert Tillinghast, with golf practice facilities and a pro shop, and residents can join the country club for extra fees.
There are frequent social events like happy hours, guest speaker sessions, burger nights, wine dinners, paint and sip gatherings, and holiday parties, with activity staff helping to schedule movie nights, music programs, and daily programs. The homes are built for easy, low-maintenance living, and the community manages landscaping and snow removal, so people have more time to enjoy outings to Ash Brook Reservation, Oak Ridge Park, or shopping and dining close by, with quick access to the Garden State Parkway and a nearby train station for trips to New York City.
Enclave at Shackamaxon offers care and support for seniors, helping with daily activities, medication, meals, housekeeping, and laundry, while also providing specialized programs and a secure environment for people with memory concerns like Alzheimer's and dementia. The staff offers 24-hour support, help for those who can't walk on their own, and options for both independent and assisted living, with respite care to give family caregivers a break if needed. Residents can use furnished rooms with air conditioning, high-speed internet, and private bathrooms, and enjoy the sense of safety from a 24-hour emergency call system. The whole place leans toward active, comfortable, and social living, focusing on what older adults need for a good quality of life.
