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Community Updates Blog: Living Space

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A Fresh Perspective on Independent Living

For many, the term “independent living” might conjure images that don’t quite match the vibrant lifestyle they lead. Yet, the essence of this option is not about stepping back from life but stepping into a community where the daily hassles are taken care of, allowing you to focus on what truly brings joy and fulfillment. A Place to Call Home Imagine living in a neighborhood where everything is tailored to make life more comfortable and engaging. Whether it’s a cozy apartment or a cottage, these spaces are designed with the older adult in mind, offering the freedom of personal space …Read More »

The Morris Kitchen

Featured Apartment: The Morris

The Morris is a two bedroom, two bathroom with den apartment home measuring 1,111 square feet One of 21 available floor plans, the Morris is located in our Sycamore building and is just steps from Towne Square. The 1,111 square foot apartment features two large bedrooms complete with two walk-in closets, two full baths, an open living/dining space, well-appointed kitchen and more. Like all Crane’s Mill homes, the Morris boasts a private, screened-in porch and outdoor storage area along with an in-unit washer and dryer. You can view the gallery below, and be sure to also take a look at the Morris …Read More »

Is it ‘Greenhouse Season’ Already?

There’s a nip in the air, and the trees are nearly bare, but Crane’s Mill is still as colorful as ever! It really is hard to believe that the warm weather months are gone,  and winter and the holidays are on the way. The changing weather brings to mind one of our favorite resident-run programs: the Crane’s Mill greenhouse. Located in Towne Square just across from the library, the Crane’s Mill greenhouse holds a colorful collection of our residents’ plants and flowers so they can stay in top form all year long. In 2022, the greenhouse was named for recently deceased …Read More »

Bloomfield Floor Plan

Crane’s Mill Cottage Residents Leave Their Worries Behind

The West Caldwell, New Jersey Retirement Community Offers Amazing Accommodations Imagine having all the benefits of your own home with none of the hassle. That’s the reality for the lucky seniors living in a Crane’s Mill cottage. Crane’s Mill offers luxury living for adults age 60 and better, and the epitome of that lifestyle is found in our cottage homes. This boutique collection of freestanding, single-family homes offer fine finishes, modern amenities, and plenty of room for entertaining and hosting guests. Plus, cottage residents enjoy all the same benefits as all Crane’s Mill residents including a flexible meal plan, housekeeping, …Read More »

Currently Available: The Ridgewood

Act now: don’t miss your chance to live in style in a Crane’s Mill cottage! Imagine spending your retirement years in a luxurious Crane’s Mill cottage, with all the amenities, comfort and privacy of a single-family home, without any of the responsibilities of owning a home. Everything from housekeeping to landscaping and so much more are taken care of for you. Currently Available: The Ridgewood, a 1,335 square foot single-level cottage features a large living/dining room, gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook, two spacious bedrooms, a cozy den, and two full bathrooms. Residents of this sought-after cottage also enjoy an attached …Read More »

Orton two bedroom, two bath with den apartment floor plan

Now Available: The Orton – Two Bedroom, Two Bath with Den Senior Living Apartment

Are you seeking a roomy senior living apartment? Visit Crane’s Mill to discover The Orton, a large two bedroom with den apartment that is as stylish as it is spacious. Currently available to customize: The Orton – a two bedroom, two bathroom with den senior living apartment measuring 1,331 square feet. The Orton is located in our Creekside building, and boasts nine-foot ceilings, a giant living/dining room, modern kitchen, two large bedrooms, a screened-in porch, and more. Schedule a tour today—call 973-276-6700 or click here to visit our contact page. …Read More »

Did You Know? The Crane’s Mill Campus is a Certified Wildlife Habitat

Crane’s Mill is a Certified Wildlife Habitat. Here’s more on that certification, and what it means to our residents. We are proud to share that Crane’s Mill is a Certified Wildlife Habitat. We have signs posted on our campus that read: “This habitat is certified in the National Wildlife Federation’s worldwide network of mini-refuges. Because of the owner’s conscientious planning, landscaping, and sustainable gardening, wildlife may find quality habitat.” To be classified as a Certified Wildlife Habitat, the Crane’s mill campus has to continually provide the four basic habitat elements needed for wildlife to thrive: food, water, cover, and places to raise …Read More »

Park Avenue Apartment Floor Plan

Featured Apartment: The Park Avenue

Currently Available: “Park Avenue” Apartment—2 Bedroom, 2 Bath with Den in 1600 Square Feet The Park Avenue is the flagship of Crane’s Mill apartments—and we’re excited to announce that we currently have one available. The Crane’s Mill “Park Avenue” is the community’s largest apartment—a two bedroom, two bath with den apartment measuring 1,600 square feet. Located in Creekside, one of three interconnected buildings at Crane’s Mill, the Park Avenue provides all the space and versatility of a cottage with the added advantage of access to all sorts of amenities without ever having to step foot outside. The Park Avenue features nine-foot ceilings …Read More »

Bloomfield Floor Plan

Crane’s Mill Cottage Residents Leave Their Worries Behind

The West Caldwell, New Jersey Retirement Community Offers Amazing Accommodations Imagine having all the benefits of your own home with none of the hassle. That’s the reality for the lucky seniors living in a Crane’s Mill cottage. Crane’s Mill offers luxury living for adults age 60 and better, and the epitome of that lifestyle is found in our cottage homes. This boutique collection of freestanding, single-family homes offer fine finishes, modern amenities, and plenty of room for entertaining and hosting guests. Plus, cottage residents enjoy all the same benefits as all Crane’s Mill residents including a flexible meal plan, housekeeping, …Read More »

Is it ‘Greenhouse Season’ Already?

The leaves are falling and there’s a nip in the air, but Crane’s Mill is still as colorful as ever! It really is hard to believe that the warm weather months are gone, the leaves are falling and winter is on its way. The changing weather brings to mind one of our favorite resident-run programs: the Crane’s Mill greenhouse. Located in Towne Square just across from the library, the Crane’s Mill greenhouse holds a colorful collection of our residents’ plants and flowers so they can stay in top form all year long. Would you like to learn more about how Crane’s …Read More »

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