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The Residences at the Essex

5 Freeman Woods

4.4(5 ratings)· Essex Junction average: 4.7

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Quick Facts

Age requirement
Designed for seniors 55 and up
Campus adjacency
Located on the Essex Resort & Spa campus
Therapy access
Exclusive in-house PT and OT provider relationships
Home health coordination
Full-time staff coordinate outside home health services

What Families Think

The Good

  • Located on the Essex Resort & Spa campus
  • In-house physical and occupational therapy access
  • Full kitchens and in-unit washer/dryer in each apartment
  • Small, exclusive community with only 27 apartments
  • Maintenance services include snow plowing and shoveling

The Bad

  • Very few reviews (only 5) make it hard to gauge experiences
  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

The Residences at the Essex is a senior living community in Essex Junction, Vermont offering Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 5 reviews.

About The Residences at the Essex

The Residences at the Essex is an independent senior living community located in Essex Junction, Vermont, situated on the campus of the Essex Resort & Spa. Designed for sophisticated seniors 55 and up, the community offers resort-style accommodations in a residential setting with options for full-spectrum care services. The community opened in January 2020 and features only 27 luxury apartments, creating an exclusive lifestyle for a small group of residents.

The community provides a robust model of services and assistance, including full-time staff dedicated to coordinating home health care services and exclusive relationships with physical and occupational therapy providers for in-house PT and OT. Residents benefit from maintenance services such as snow plowing, shoveling, and general home maintenance, along with convenient under-building parking.

Amenities include access to a lap pool, outdoor pool, oversized hot tub, exercise equipment, tennis courts, and the area's only full-service, freestanding spa. Dining options feature meal plans at the Tavern for everyday meals and Junction for special occasion dinners, both located on the Essex Resort campus. The community regularly hosts activities, classes, and events, and residents have access to the resort's extensive programming and facilities.

The apartments feature spacious, well-lit living areas with full kitchens, in-unit washers and dryers, and access to community porches, walking paths, and beautifully landscaped surroundings. The community kitchen is available for residents to use for gatherings. Community events include breakfasts and happy hours designed to encourage resident connections.

Types of Care at The Residences at the Essex

Independent Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Kitchen
  • Multiple Floor Plans
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Washer & Dryer
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Wi-Fi / High-Speed Internet

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Swimming Pool

Activities

  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands

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Reviews of The Residences at the Essex

4.4overall · 5 ratings combined

4.4★ on Google (5)

Becky C

Nov 2021

via Google

Building is new and looks nice, but is obvious when living there that cheap materials were used and things break often. The staff is often overwhelmed, so things are disorganized and often what is promised isn't delivered.

Pat Distefano

Jul 2021

via Google

I love it here, everything is new, feels like a real community. The amenities are wonderful, resort living in retirement, what’s not to love?😊

Chris di Stefano

Jun 2021

via Google

Really is like resort living. Staff is super helpful. Fun activities, community and people. My mother is in heaven.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does The Residences at the Essex offer?

The Residences at the Essex offers Independent Living.

Where is The Residences at the Essex located?

The Residences at the Essex is located at 5 Freeman Woods in Essex Junction, Vermont.

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