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Independent Living in Chapel Hill

Cottages

Set among trees and walking paths, the senior cottages at Carol Woods offer privacy, comfort, and a close connection to nature. With flexible floor plans and outdoor space for gardening, relaxing, or connecting with neighbors, our cottages are located just a short walk to popular amenities and community spaces like the Assembly Hall, Social Lounge and main dining rooms. New residents collaborate with our renovation team to personalize finishes, creating a home that is both practical and deeply personal.

Comfort Inside and Out

Features

  • Open floor plans with distinct dining and living areas (Duplex Only)
  • Full eat-in kitchen with walk-in pantry (Duplex Only)
  • Stove, microwave, refrigerator with icemaker, and dishwasher
  • Full-sized washer and dryer included
  • Central heating and cooling
  • Solatube skylights in select homes
  • High ceilings and generous natural light
  • Entry foyer in most floor plans
  • Choice of mini-blinds, faux wood blinds or vertical blinds
  • Flooring, cabinet, countertop and paint selections
  • Front porch and private, wooded views
  • Patio, deck, screened porch, or sunroom (varies by home)
  • Gardening opportunities just outside your door
  • Carports and fireplaces available in select homes
  • Ample exterior storage
  • Maintenance-free living with on-call support
  • Twice weekly garbage removal service
  • Easy access to walking paths and nature trails
Original Cottages

Floor Plans

Planning Ahead

Pricing

Entrance fees for cottage homes at Carol Woods range from $190,700 to $519,500, based on size, layout, and location. A monthly fee also applies and covers a range of services and amenities. All entrance fees are based on single occupancy; additional fees apply for double occupancy. Due to high demand and limited availability, many cottage floor plans have extended wait times.

Single Occupancy
Double Occupancy
Cottage
Square Footage
Entry Fee
Monthly Fee
Entry Fee
Monthly Fee
Original Cottages
One Bedroom
678
$190,700
$3,775
N/A
N/A
One Bedroom w/ Den
801
$237,500
$4,116
$239,600
$5,314
Two Bedroom
957
$286,400
$4,741
$319,800
$6,295
Two Bedroom with Den
1,078
$328,700
$5,173
$448,600
$7,326
Duplex Cottages
One Bedroom w/ Den Duplex
1,343
$409,100
$5,684
$453,300
$7,165
Two Bedroom w/ Den Duplex
1,538
$475,900
$5,954
$520,100
$7,435
Two Bedroom w/ Den & Sunroom Duplex
1,855
$578,200
$6,439
$622,400
$7,920
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