Frankly speaking there is no other 55 plus active adult community that is so well designed and maintained in this side of the country. Golden Spike stands out for its amenities. We know that you deserve the best and have built homes especially to suit the needs of people aged 55 Plus. Its close proximity to Washington has made it a hit with the 55 population in that state. When active adult communities in Washington are considered Golden Spikes name comes first with a lot of enthusiasm.

55 Plus Active Adult Community

Things that people over the age of 55 look forward to having in a 55 plus active adult community for settling down are: nice amenities, well designed homes perfectly suitable for 55 plus citizens, and the availability of top class healthcare.

Two top class medical centers near Rathdrum are well equipped to take care of all the medical needs of the residents of any 55 plus active adult community. The Kootenai Medical Center (Website URL) is situated just approximately 8 miles away from Golden Spikes estates. From cardiology to family practice – Kootenai Medical Center (KMC) has treatment provisions for all sorts of ailments. KMC uses latest technological advances in medicine to treat patients. Robotic surgery performed at KMC is swift, less painful, helps recovery faster, and has better clinical outcomes in many cases. The active adult retirement community at Golden Spike need not have any worry about healthcare issues.

The North Idaho Medical Care Center (Website URL) has been providing healthcare to the people in the North Idaho area for the past 21 years. NIMCC has branch in Rathdrum, Coeur D Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, and Sandpoint. The hospital specializes in immediate care. They also have a senior care division exclusively for senior citizens. The CEO and Medical Director at NIMCC, Kirk Jeltness M.D says, “The talent that we have at NIMCC are some of the brightest and best in the country”. The 55 plus active adult community at Golden Spike can be assured for prompt and proper healthcare thanks to NIMCC and KMC.

Education for Families of 55 Plus Active Adult Community

Quality of life is heavily dependent on the quality of education. Three educational institutions in the northern Idaho can take care of the higher educational needs of a knowledge seeking young retiree or their children at the Golden Spike 55 + 55 plus active adult retirement community. Kootenai County is home to the centers of North Idaho College, the University of Idaho, Lewis-Clark State College and Idaho State University.

North Idaho College offers associate degrees in 40 programs and associate degrees in science in 25 technology programs. There are 21 different 1-2 year certificate programs offered as well. People from our active adult living community can avail online degrees from NIC. North Idaho College also offers many credit free business, professional, special interest, and personal enrichment programs.

In participation with North Idaho College, the Lewis-Clark State College offers degree programs in nine areas. Working professionals can obtain their bachelor’s degree from the Lewis-Clark State College by attending weekend or night classes. Online study arrangement is also possible with Lewis Clark State College.

Active Adult Living Community

What kind of dwellings would you think will be suitable for you at active adult living Community? Would you like to have these features in your home at the 55 plus community:

Gas Fireplace


* Air Conditioning with 90%+ HVAC System for Energy Savings

* Insulated, drywalled & taped garage

* Heated Driveway and entry walk-way


* Underground Sprinkler with Timer


* Garage Door Opener


* Appliance Allowance


* Cabinetry Allowance


* Floor Covering allowance


* Lighting allowance


* Landscaping allowance


* Energy Saving Construction Methods with High Insulation Package


* Low Maintenance Exterior Materials

The above mentioned features are the standard ones that are almost common to all homes at the Golden Spike active adult living community. The gas fireplace facility is not included in the 96o, 1120, and 1200 square feet home plans. In addition to these standard features there are extra features. As the home plan area size increases extra facilities get added. For instance, in a 960, 1120, and 1200 sq ft home plans at the Golden Spike 55 plus community the extra facilities are: covered walk way. Home plans with 1232 sq ft area have covered patio, garage storage, and extra large master bedroom closet. Home plans with 2002 sq ft area have covered walk way, kitchen pantry, master retreat, master walk in closet, family room, covered back porch, and garage shop.

Just check out our different home plans and their accompanying standard and extra features at the 55 plus active adult community to select the plan that meets your requirements.

Apart from the 55 plus active adult community being user friendly, they offer country club amenities lifestyle, a safer community for snowbirds, free RV parking, free Internet WiFi at no extra cost. The Golden Spike 55 + Retirement Community homes are brand new, energy efficient, and have low cost maintenance. For more details visit us at Website URL

Golden Spike Estates, Active Adult Community Washington offers active adult homes that are ideally suited for active adults or seniors.