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The Pines in Southern Pines, NC

The Pines is an assisted living community in Southern Pines, NC.

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The Pines in Southern Pines, NC

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The Pines

125 Long Leaf Drive, Southern Pines, NC 28387

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 115 reviews
5 stars
81
4 stars
19
3 stars
8
2 stars
3
1 stars
4

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Overall Review of The Pines

common 18 reviews mention this

Friendly, accommodating staff stand out

Residents describe staff as consistently friendly and quick to help.

Across multiple reviews, people mention staff as accommodating, friendly, and helpful—especially when assistance is needed. Several reviews specifically call out fast help or a welcoming experience from the staff during visits. A few also note issues with pace of play or other on-site experiences, but even those accounts often distinguish the people working behind the scenes.

common 21 reviews mention this

Course condition and facilities

Many reviews praise the course condition and overall facilities.

Many reviews describe the course as well kept, with greens and fairways repeatedly described as in good condition. Some reviewers also highlight specific on-site features like outdoor space, a clubhouse experience, and the presence of clean, comfortable carts with GPS. A smaller number of reviews mention the course being in bad shape or not well conditioned, including concerns about fairways and greens relative to the price.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high to some

Several reviewers say the experience is overpriced for what they received.

A few reviews directly criticize the cost, saying the course is overpriced and poorly run for the money. One account compares the pricing to another course and says the value and overall fun were better elsewhere. Another review suggests waiting until construction is finished, implying the current experience may not justify the fee during disruptions.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Construction and maintenance impact visits

Some reviews mention construction or maintenance affecting the experience.

Several reviews reference construction or recent changes on the course, including guidance to wait until work is done. Other reviewers acknowledge construction but report it did not affect their round or play. Taken together, the feedback suggests maintenance timing can influence how smoothly a visit goes.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Southern Pines, North Carolina, offers a variety of amenities that cater to senior living. With parks like Reservoir Park and Southern Pines Park nearby, residents can enjoy outdoor activities and leisurely strolls. There are also several dining options in the area, including Southern Prime Steakhouse and Zayka Indian Cuisine, providing diverse choices for meals. Medical facilities such as Sandhills Pediatrics and Pinehurst Wellness And Urgent Care are easily accessible for healthcare needs. Places of worship like Emmanuel Episcopal Church and Trinity Christian Fellowship offer spiritual support within the community. In case of emergencies, hospitals like CNS and Womack Army Medical Center are within reach. For leisure activities, theaters like Carolina Cinemas Sandhills 10 provide entertainment options. Overall, this area provides a convenient and comfortable environment for seniors looking to live in Southern Pines.

Parks

  • Reservoir Park (1.1 miles)
  • Southern Pines Park (2.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Ice Cream Parlor (1.9 miles)
  • Southern Prime Steakhouse (2 miles)
  • Zayka Indian Cuisine (2.3 miles)
  • The Sly Fox Pub (2.4 miles)
  • McAlister's Deli (2.9 miles)
  • The Full Moon Oyster Bar (3 miles)
  • Olive Garden (3 miles)

Physicians

  • FirstHealth Southern Pines Diagnostic Imaging (2.1 miles)
  • Sandhills Pediatrics (2.1 miles)
  • Randall R Mercier MD (2.3 miles)
  • Audiology of the Pines (2.3 miles)
  • Pinehurst wellness And Urgent Care (2.7 miles)
  • Sandhills Emergency Physicians (3.1 miles)
  • Rice, James Dr - Sandhills Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic (3.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Connections (2.2 miles)
  • Emmanuel Episcopal Church (2.3 miles)
  • Saint Peter the Rock (4.4 miles)
  • Trinity Christian Fellowship (4.4 miles)
  • Spaulding Chapel AME Zion Church (5.5 miles)
  • Kingdom Minded Ministry (5.7 miles)

Theaters

  • Carolina Cinemas Sandhills 10 (2.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)
  • Health Innovations Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
  • Moore Drug Company (3.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (19.8 miles)
  • Womack Pharmacy Annex (22.8 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul (2.8 miles)
  • Renaissance Jet (3.3 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (5.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Da Vita (3.1 miles)
  • CNS (3.9 miles)
  • Womack Army Medical Center (22.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)

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