Surrounded by beauty, close to the action

Welcome to the Carefree Cottages of Maplewood, a vibrant community for seniors 62+.

Our three-level Chateau offers 1-3 bedroom living with various levels of support, allowing residents to age in place without leaving the community

Cottages

Our stunning cottages offer 1-3 bedroom single-level living, complete with private porches, spacious kitchens and bathrooms, air conditioning and more.

Assisted Living

Our assisted living program provides three chef-prepared daily meals, 24-hour healthcare staff, and a variety of home health care services and activities.

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About Carefree Cottages

Beautiful & Affordable Senior Living

Our property offers affordable independent and assisted living for seniors 62+, conveniently located in the heart of Maplewood, Minnesota.

We have been family owned and operated since 1993.

Committed to your health and well-being.

Amenities + Services

Community Features

Our homes are located just west of White Bear Avenue behind Hy-Vee, conveniently located near Maplewood Mall, grocery stores, restaurants, public transportation and healthcare.

Aging in Place

If your needs change, we make the transition from independent to assisted living seamless.

Local Transportation

We offer scheduled bussing for grocery shopping, church, and local businesses. Visit our calendar to see the array of options.

24 Hour Emergency Maintenance

Our maintenance team is here to help, no matter the time of day.

Spacious Floorplans

You’ll find our cottages and apartments offer significantly larger square footage than similar senior living properties.

Full Kitchens

Whether you’re living independently or enrolled in our assisted living program, every single unit includes a full kitchen.

Community Rooms

Join your fellow residents to enjoy BINGO, trivia, puzzles, movie nights, parties and more!

Convenient Parking Options

Whether you’re looking for a private garage, access to climate controlled parking, or free surface lot, there’s an option to fit your needs.

Select Pet Friendly Units

Small dogs or cats welcome in our Cottages for a one-time fee; Emotional support animals allowed in the Chateau.

Testimonials

Resident Feedback & Reviews

Hear from our residents about what it’s like to live at Carefree Cottages of Maplewood.

“Wonderful place to make my forever home. Love it here. The staff people are so helpful and I am so happy living here.”

Dorothy P.

"I have been here for 13 years and I love the community. My neighbors are nice, the community is great and everything I need is very close by. I love the neighborhood too, it’s quiet and I really like that."

Samuel S.

“I love it here. The staff, especially Melissa Stanton, is very knowledgeable and very helpful! And I love my apartment, it's great! I'm very thrilled that I moved here!”

Ric L.

"I really like the staff; the aids are nice and I love all of the activities. I have made good friends and my life is even more enjoyable. Thanks to Melissa and Bob for their support every month, they’ve helped me a lot."

Marie H

"My sister and I have lived here for 8 years. We started in the cottages and now live in the apartments. We love our large apartment, the residents and the friendly staff. When the holidays come around—we get to decorate our doors."

Pat S. and Richard K.

"My experience working with Carefree Cottages, and Melissa, has truly been grand. From residents to staff, everyone on site is extremely welcoming and pleasant to be around."

Anthony C. Case manager, Opportunity Community Services Inc