If you are 55 or older, a wonderful opportunity for an active lifestyle is found in Shadow Lake Village in Red Bank, New Jersey. Shadow Lake Village condos and homes will put you close to the Atlantic beaches as well as recreation, parks, art festivals and culture. Listed as #3 by Smithsonian Magazine as one of the best small towns in America, Red Bank will keep you busy as you enjoy music, jazz, theater, history and the Victorian essence of this riverfront town.
History
History buffs will enjoy the historic destinations found right within Red Bank. The Red Bank Train Station is a remaining example of an 1870s Stick Style station. Visitors came to Red Bank in the 1870s as steamboat travel began to be replaced with the advent of the railroad. Other historic sites here include the Molly Pitcher Inn and a host of sites on Broad Street including The Temple of Fashion, the Smith Barney Building and the First Methodist Church.
Golf
A golf course is steps away from Shadow Lake Village homes. First opened in 1972, it is a nine hole, par-3 course. Other golf courses can be found in the area, including Bamm Hollow Country Club in Middletown and the Navesink Country Club in Red Bank.
Parks
The garden lover will enjoy a visit to Middletown's Deep Cut Gardens, where 52 acres of horticulture and gardening sooth the soul and educate. The David C. Shaw Arboretum in Holmdel Park is another place to learn about the plants of Monmouth County. Locally, Riverside Gardens Park hosts music events, free movies, fireworks, kayaking and rowing and more.
Atlantic Highlands
Nearby Atlantic Highlands offers an historic shore town, relaxation at the beach, shopping and local seafood as well as music and nightlife. Party boats and fishing boats can be accessed here for more adventure.
Horse Racing
If horse racing attracts you, nearby Monmouth Park Racetrack in Oceanport is the place to go for excitement and fun.
Culture
The Monmouth Festival of the Arts in April brings the finest crafts and art to the area. A four day show highlights artists from New Jersey as well as other states. Hosted by the Monmouth Reform Temple, this show includes a juried student competition, live music and exciting events; it is now in its 42nd year. Additionally, visit the Ocean Grove Boardwalk Art Show in July or one of the galleries nearby. The Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank offers exciting concerts with everything from blues to jazz and country. A Sinatra Birthday Bash and The Jersey Shore Rock-N-Soul Revue are just some of the fabulous events you will not want to miss at this lively theater.
Family and friends will enjoy visiting you in breezy Red Bank, and Shadow Lake Village apartments, homes and condos will put you in a wonderful location as well as a beautiful home in a friendly environment. With so much to do here, explore diverse Shadow Lake Village homes, Shadow Lake Village condos or apartments now.
Ready to find out more about "The Village"? Ellen Orrego is here to answer all of your questions. As a dedicated SRES specializing in Shadow Lake Village, Ellen has been assisting buyers and sellers alike for years with finding their perfect home in Monmouth County's best active adult community. Visit www.ellenorrego.com today to find out more.