Holiday Marion Woods offers competitive pricing in the context of both Marion County and the broader state of Florida. For instance, a one-bedroom unit at Holiday Marion Woods is priced at $2,809 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $4,908 and the state average of $3,864. Similarly, their studio apartments are listed at $2,969 monthly, which again undercuts both the county's average of $4,464 and the state's figure of $3,823. Even for two-bedroom accommodations, Holiday Marion Woods presents an attractive option at $3,649 per month compared to the much higher local rate of $7,035 and a statewide average of $4,711. These cost advantages suggest that Holiday Marion Woods provides excellent value while maintaining a quality living environment in comparison to other housing options in the area.
Floor plans
Holiday Marion Woods
Marion County
Florida
1 Bedroom
$2,809
$4,908
$3,864
Studio
$2,969
$4,464
$3,823
2 Bedrooms
$3,649
$7,035
$4,711
Overall Review of Holiday Marion Woods
caveat3 reviews mention this
Roach and pest concerns
Some residents and families report recurring pest problems affecting comfort and cleanliness.
A few reviews describe roach or other pest issues serious enough to worry families and interrupt daily life. In at least one case, a resident’s belongings reportedly needed to be discarded after the problem worsened. These accounts stand out because other reviews discuss cleanliness positively, so experiences appear inconsistent from person to person.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Cleaning frequency feels inconsistent
Some reviewers say housekeeping is not happening as often as expected.
Two reviews mention concerns about housekeeping frequency. One reviewer says apartment cleaning shifted from weekly to every two weeks, and another says the advertised regular cleaning was not evident during a week-long visit. Both comments point to gaps in the routine cleaning that would normally support independent living comfort.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Exercise room equipment is limited
Several reviews note the exercise room has very limited equipment.
Two reviews call out the exercise area as falling short on equipment. One reviewer says there were only two pieces of equipment, while another says there was hardly any equipment available. If fitness is a priority, these accounts suggest planning to use the broader schedule of activities rather than relying on the on-site exercise room alone.
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Features
Housing
56 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Independent Living
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Hiking trails
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor patio
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Pet friendly
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool
Swimming pool / hot tub
TV room
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Care Services
24-hour call system
Assistance with dressing
Hospice waiver
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Meals provided
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Happy hour
Live musical performances
Other religious services
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Visiting chaplain or priest
Nearby Places of Interest
This area of Ocala, Florida, offers convenient access to a variety of healthcare services, including physicians specializing in children's health, women's imaging, gastroenterology, pediatrics, orthopedics, and neurosurgery. Additionally, there are several pharmacies nearby for easy access to medications. In terms of dining options, there is a selection of restaurants ranging from casual fast food chains to family-friendly sit-down establishments. For leisure activities, there is a hospital and emergency response service for peace of mind as well as cafes for socializing over coffee or a meal. Places of worship are also within reach for those looking to maintain their spiritual practices. Overall, this area provides a good balance of essential services and amenities for senior living.
Physicians
Children's Health of Ocala (0.5 miles)
Women's Imaging Center (0.8 miles)
Gastroenterology Associates of Ocala (0.8 miles)
Ocala Pediatrics (0.8 miles)
The Orthopaedic Institute (0.8 miles)
Ocala Neurosurgical Center (0.8 miles)
Ocala Orthopedic Care (0.9 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Bitting's Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
Rebalance Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
Rebalance Pharmacy & Wellness Center (1.6 miles)
Walgreens (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (1.8 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
Restaurants
Miller's Ale House - Ocala (1.4 miles)
McDonald's (1.5 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (1.7 miles)
IHOP (1.9 miles)
Ocala Downtown Market Restaurant (2 miles)
Checkers (2 miles)
Ker's Winghouse (2.1 miles)
Hospitals
Heart of Florida Health Center (1.7 miles)
Lifeline Personal Emergency Response Service (1.7 miles)
Holiday Marion Woods offers competitive pricing in the context of both Marion County and the broader state of Florida. For instance, a one-bedroom unit at Holiday Marion Woods is priced at $2,809 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $4,908 and the state average of $3,864. Similarly, their studio apartments are listed at $2,969 monthly, which again undercuts both the county's average of $4,464 and the state's figure of $3,823. Even for two-bedroom accommodations, Holiday Marion Woods presents an attractive option at $3,649 per month compared to the much higher local rate of $7,035 and a statewide average of $4,711. These cost advantages suggest that Holiday Marion Woods provides excellent value while maintaining a quality living environment in comparison to other housing options in the area.
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56 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Independent Living
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Hiking trails
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor patio
Overnight guests
Pet friendly
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
24-hour call system
Assistance with dressing
Hospice waiver
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Catholic services
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Happy hour
Live musical performances
Caring, friendly staff in a clean, smaller community with good dining.
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