The Conservatory was a very nice place. There were just a couple of things that weren't gonna work for us. It seemed a little claustrophobic, and everything was kind of closed off. The dining room was small. Considering that the dining room serves three buildings, I thought it was kinda small. The rooms were very nice and average sized, I think, about 600 sq ft.
As far as family members who come in to visit, the parking wasn't great. They have three buildings, and the building that was the lowest priced, if my dad would go to the dining hall, he would have to go outside across the parking lot to eat, not an enclosed ramp to get into another building. I didn't think that that was a good idea. The staff was great though.
The Conservatory at North Austin
Offers Independent Living
20 Reviews
14320 Tandem Boulevard, Austin, TX 78728
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of The Conservatory at North Austin
Independent Living Reviews for The Conservatory at North Austin
March 04, 2021
I visited this facility
December 25, 2019
I visited this facility
The only problem I had with the Conservatory at North Austin was that they seemed a little bit far from me personally. They're a nice community, and we were invited to a house-warming party over there; we got to see the apartments. I remember seeing a pool. It seems to me that you have to walk a while to get to the dining room. They're connected buildings, but they're not all in one building. The rooms were very nice. Someone we knew had a one-bedroom and this other couple we knew had a two-bedroom. They had a snack bar with a lunch set up for one couple; I guess they do private parties when you're a member there. It was pretty good food. The staff that I met seemed very nice.
December 03, 2018
I am/was a resident of this facility
I enjoy The Conservatory at North Austin (Formerly The Conservatory at Wells Branch). It's large. Right now, they're undergoing almost a total staff change. They're moving in far too many people who are not living independently and who are borderline or in the early stages of Alzheimer's or dementia. They are too slow in getting around and need walkers and other assistance or even full-time caregivers. I am 73 and I was told that the average age would be 74 to 76, but they have a lot of people in their 90's here. Other than that, I like the place. I love the employees for the most part. It has a theater, a swimming pool, a very good activities director, lots of things to do, buses to doctors' appointments, to the mall, Walgreen's, the post office, banks, and grocery stores. They have a full dining service, three meals are served buffet style each day, and there's a good selection. There's a salad bar, three entrees, four vegetables, a soup, pies, cakes, ice cream, and plenty of dessert choices. It's very pet friendly as long as the pet is well behaved and kept out of the common areas. The rent increases are far too much. The housekeepers are very nice and very helpful. Sometimes the menus are a little strange and sometimes the food quality is not the best.
June 30, 2018
I am/was a resident of this facility
I'm already living at The Conservatory at Wells Branch. It's beautiful. Everybody is very kind and very helpful. There are lots of activities going on. They have lots of outings, lots of exercise, and happy hour too. They have a pool, they have a dining area that is cafeteria style, and then they have a bistro for lunch, which is nice. So that's all very good. The food could be a little bit better, but everybody wants fried food here, and I don't. However, I talked to the chef and he is going to put in some food for me.
November 20, 2017
I visited this facility
We went to the Conservatory, and it was beautiful. Everybody there was happy, they said the food was awesome, and it smelled and looked good. They have a swimming pool, and an activities director, but my parents want to be near me.
November 08, 2016
I visited this facility
I visited the Conservatory and was so impressed! The staff there was so friendly, we had a delicious lunch and they made my mother feel so welcomed! Residents went out of their way to introduce themselves to us and the apartments were beyond expectations. I would definitely recommend this facility as it was clean, taken care of and had a top knot here staff!
September 11, 2016
I visited this facility
The Conservatory had tables in the hallways that are so dirty that my daughter wrote her name on them. They’ve got flower arrangements that I don’t think have been shaken out of the dust. The staff was OK, friendly, and appeared to be very nice. Some of the apartments are very far from the dining room; you have to go outside and come back inside to go to the dining room.
August 31, 2016
I am/was a resident of this facility
I have been living at the Conservatory for three weeks now. "Wow"", what a wonderful place to call home. I feel like I am on a 365 day cruise! The management staff and employees are great, the food is excellent, the seniors who live here are happy, and the facility is first class. On top of that, the Conservatory was one of the least expensive places I found before choosing to live here.
January 01, 2016
I visited this facility
I went to The Conservatory at Wells Branch. I didn't like this as much, primarily because it depends on where you're staying. They have at least two buildings and depending on what building you're in, if you're in a building that doesn't have a dining hall, you have to walk outside and I think that's a problem. When you go inside, you have to go up steps, and I think that's also a problem for the residents who are not mobile. The staff seemed to be very nice people though, and the room that I saw was very nice. It was more like an apartment. One thing I will say though, it seemed very dreary. It wasn't colorful, and it seemed very dark. I would want to be in a place that has a cheerful environment, and I didn't see that there.
December 29, 2015
I visited this facility
I liked The Conservatory a lot. The people had to serve themselves, which would be fine for my mother, but it would be hard for other people that were not as mobile. The rooms were very nice with lovely, ornate furnishings, but the lighting is dark. The atmosphere is homey.
October 27, 2015
I visited this facility
The Conservatory at Wells Branch was nice. We did eat there, and what we had was good. The entertainment they had was very nice and interesting. The staff was very cordial. Overall, it was very nice. It was a pleasant place, everything was attractive, and the people seemed friendly.
September 30, 2015
I visited this facility
I visited the Conservatory at Wells Branch. It's a clean place. The people were very nice. I ate lunch there, and the food was very good. They have a swimming pool and a game room, and they also have a room that is setup like a movie theater.
September 07, 2015
I am/was a resident of this facility
I have moved already to the Conservatory at Wells Branch, and it was a very satisfactory move. They take good care of us, and we are fine. I have a one-bedroom apartment with a bath, a full kitchen, and washer and dryer connections. It is 700 sq. ft. and just what I need. There is a separate dining room for the entire place here, and it is very efficiently run. They have a library, an exercise room with machines for exercising, and a general purpose room where they have dances and that kind of stuff. I visited several in Austin, and this is the best deal I have ever found.
August 31, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My daughter is at The Conservatory at Wells Branch. They are really helpful. It is a very pleasant atmosphere, and the food is excellent. They have a wide range of activities. My daughter is in a private apartment. It is working quite well. She is happy there. The best thing about this facility is that they are willing to work with us.
August 26, 2014
I visited this facility
The apartments at the Conservatory at Wells Branch were beautiful. The décor and the place itself was beautiful. The dining room was rather small and you get 1 ½ meals. Their price was great, but 1/12 meals is not what we were looking for. Mom and dad went for a tour and lunch, and they didn't really like the food that much. They have one elevator, which I didn't like because if it breaks out, then what? They could probably improve on the food. It was good, but it could have been better. The staff was extremely wonderful and friendly; even the residents were very warm and friendly. They all seemed very happy. It seemed like a really nice place. It just wasn't the right fit for my parents.
August 25, 2013
I visited this facility
The Conservatory was a very nice community. It looked like a fancy hotel. They kept it clean. They were very accommodating and the food was great. They had a beautiful pool. They had a movie theater. They had a calendar of activities.
May 31, 2013
I am/was a resident of this facility
I've been staying in The Conservatory for more than a year now. The accommodation is fine. I have a 2-room apartment. We are served one meal a day and the food is good. There's also a bistro in the morning where we go for hot cereal and little goodies. They also provide entertainment and lots of recreation or social activities here for us. It works quite well. I am very happy and content and I plan to continue my stay here.
May 25, 2013
I visited this facility
I looked at The Conservatory at Wells Branch and it was a clean facility. It had a nice outdoor pool, the food was wonderful, and the people were friendly. However, the different buildings were in different walkways, I thought it was better if the apartments were just in one building.
November 20, 2012
I am/was a resident of this facility
My wife and I have lived at The Conservatory for just one year. After visiting most of the retirement communities in the area we chose The Conservatory for several reasons. Good food, nice facilities seemed to be the norm at most of the others. But other, less obvious, benefits of living here made this the right choice. There are more men here than the others which makes a much better mix. There are many more activities here than any other place we visited and there are more "younger" seniors which also makes for a good mix. One thing that we discovered, much to our great pleasure, is that the management is very open to new activities or events and always give serious consideration to suggestions and ideas about how to improve our standard of living. It has been everything and more than we expected. By the way the food and facilities are great here too.
July 18, 2011
I visited this facility
My father and I toured the Conservatory at Wells Branch. While I'm not too keen on the name (a "conservatory" is typically a college for music), we were impressed during our tour of the facility. The Conservatory is upscale and very elegant with beautiful architecture and a large pool and spa. I was informed that there is a Social Director, whose full-time job is to plan fun and unique activities for residents. One thing dad especially liked was the arts and crafts studio. In addition to the arts and crafts studio, we visited the residents lounge, movie theater, dining room, and business center. We were told that the Conservatory offers a variety of fitness and wellness classes, including water aerobics, Pilates, and Tai Chi. As far as housing goes, they have one and two bedroom floor plans, with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. An added plus is that you can do laundry inside your housing area. Each unit has individual washer/dryer connections. Despite the unusual name, the Conservatory is a nicely designed, attractive, and efficiently-run community.
Costs for The Conservatory at North Austin
Services and Amenities of The Conservatory at North Austin
Costs
- All Inclusive Rent
- Independent Living Starting At: $2895/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
General
- Resident Capacity: 216
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed
About The Conservatory at North Austin
Our Independent Living homes are perfect for the active senior looking for an affordable, maintenance-free lifestyle while having the security of a professional team nearby 24 hours a day. Let our team of professionals do all the work while you enjoy the best things in your life!
Each spacious, nicely appointed apartment home includes the outstanding Grande Clubhouse amenities and our Carefree Lifestyle Programs. You can cook in your own home or join neighbors for sensational fine dining in our restaurant-style dining room.
Drive your own car or use our complimentary chauffeured transportation for scheduled trips to shopping, dining, cultural outings and medical appointments.
Join friends at one of the many daily activities and events happening around the community. Whatever your preference, you are sure to find things to do that interest and enrich your life.
You'll love it all!
- Sensational restaurant-style dining services with three meals included daily
- All meals hand-prepared from scratch by our executive chef
- Private dining room available for intimate parties
- Full calendar of fun social, cultural, educational and recreational activities
- Heated swimming pool and spa
- Senior-equipped fitness and wellness center
- Starlite in-house movie theater
- Educational library and media center with internet access
- Entertaining card and game room
- Inspiring arts and crafts studio
- Professional beauty salon and spa with barber shop
- Inviting living rooms and common areas throughout
- Elegant terraces and outdoor entertaining spaces
- Lush landscaped gardens with walking paths
- Scheduled and private transportation
- Housekeeping and maintenance services
- Concierge services
- Professional team available 24 hours a day
- Emergency call response system
- Spacious and elegantly appointed apartment homes
- Several floor plans to choose from
- Near shopping, cultural and entertainment centers
- No buy-ins or long-term commitments
What Makes Us Special
Conservatory Senior Living has innovative programs to help you live the good life in Austin. At Conservatory it's all about you — from offering you a complimentary stay, financial security with our three-year rent protection program, and providing you a satisfaction guarantee. It's never been a better time to make the move and start living the good life today.
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