Well, if you are lucky enough to have two of life’s most precious commodities - money and time, then some of the retirement living property reviews below can help you choose your ideal lifestyle.

Life by the beach – Broadbeach Inverloch, Victoria

Cnr Williams and Hopetoun St
Inverloch 3996
Victoria.
Phone: 03 5674 6290 or 03 1800 607 470

Secure your place in the eagerly anticipated, brand new Broadbeach Inverloch Retirement Village. Drop into the new display & information centre to get a feel of what is to come. At present there are onsite display units & some residential units ready to go as of December. Wrapped up in tranquil wetlands & less than 50 metres to the sandy beach at Anderson Inlet with landscaping, all roads & vegetation set to be finished early in the New Year. Retreat to your own little slice of paradise by the beach at Broadbeach Inverloch.

Life in the country – Heritage Villas, Victoria

Land Sales and Information Office
1 Heritage Blvd,
Pakenham 3810
Victoria
t: 03 5941 6222
www.heritagesprings.com.au

Benefits that you would find in the city, partnered with that irreplaceable, genuine country charm. When you think of life in the country what springs to mind - space, peace & quiet, walking tracks, parklands? At Heritage Villas you will find all of this & more! 45 minutes out of Melbourne, this homely & modern village is designed with comfort in mind. Unique features of the village include resident title ownership, parking facilities for caravans, boats & trailers, two adventure parks perfect for family visits, & a multi purpose oval with viewing colonnades.

Life on the river – Waterford Estate, Victoria

Waterford Estate
55 Long Island Road
Murray Bridge 5253
Victoria
t: 08 8532 6040
www.waterfordretirement.com.au

Next to the Murray River, roughly 50 minutes from Adelaide is where you will find the lovely Waterford Estate Retirement Village. Providing picturesque wetlands & walking trails, it’s also close to the Murray Bridge offering various shops & outlets. With all your gardens & house maintenance taken care of, what are you going to do with all your new found free time? How about play golf or bowls, enjoy a BBQ with friends, take up a tai chi class, or take a relaxing stroll along the rivers edge. This is what life at Waterford Estate will bring.

Life resort style – Blue Hill Residences, Victoria

Blue Hills Residences Pty Ltd
125 Berwick Cranbourne Rd
Cranbourne, Victoria, 3977
Victoria
t: 03 5990 9000
www.bluehillsresidences.com

Consisting of 202 units & 18 apartments, Blue Hills Residences is situated on 37 acres of peaceful land harnessing breathtaking views of the Dandenong Ranges. This new & welcoming village offers entertainment, sporting activities, crafts & hobbies, convenient amenities & the Blue Hills Country Club. The Country Club provides residents with just about everything you can think of from a hair dressing salon to a hydrotherapy pool with water exercise classes, to a computer room & library, & then of course there is the exquisite restaurant & cocktail bar.

Life in the city – Ardmillan Apartments, Victoria

Derby Place
Moonee Ponds 3039
Victoria
t: 03 9377 2000
www.ardmillan.com

Located in the fabulous Moonee Ponds central to many well known icons of Melbourne! You will be wowed by the areas vibrancy, style & great atmosphere, providing easy access to Flemington Racecourse, Puckle Street & Melbourne CBD. Harnessing a real cosmopolitan feel, Ardmillan is a classic & stylish village which is designed with those little comforts we all love in mind. Village features include a billiard room, business centre, card room, gymnasium, library, restaurant, secure storage & theatre! Everything right at your doorstep!

Life by the beach – Townsend Park, South Australia

Townsend Park Retirement Lifestyle Estate
28 King George Ave
Hove 5048
South Australia
t: 08 8298 0900
f: 08 8377 1933
www.townsendpark.com.au

Situated in the historic grounds of one of South Australia’s most famous stately buildings Townsend House, this unique village is rich in history and culture. Offering 49 established villas and by September 2007 Townsend Park will welcome the addition of 12 mews cottages and a 47 apartment complex. This highly sought after village includes a gym, spa, BBQ area, Cinema, lounge, café, private dining, library, lawn bowls and swimming pool – what more could you ask for?

Life in the country – Gannon Estates Lincoln Grove, South Australia

127 Marine Avenue
Port Lincoln
South Australia 5606
www.retireaustralia.com.au

Reward yourself with maintenance free living and a great social lifestyle to boot! Comprising of serviced apartments and freestanding independent units, this stylish and modern estate provides residents with freedom, space, security and also on site care. With a community centre equipped with a billiard table, library, hairdressing salon, dining/restaurant room and dance floor, Gannon Estate at Lincoln Grove is a fantastic lifestyle choice.

Life by the water - Aevum Murray River Village, Western Australia

Coolibah Avenue
Mandurah
Western Australia
t: 08 9581 3770
www.aevum.com.au

With more than 30 years experience in the operation and development of retirement villages, Aevum prides itself on offering a caring environment with plenty of social interaction! Close to the heart of Mandurah WA is where you will find the Murray River Village. Your independent living unit will take care of itself while you enjoy the club house facilities or take advantage of the nearby sandy beaches and golf course.

Life resort style – Waterbrook Yowie Bay, New South Wales

19 Wyralla Road
Yowie Bay 2228
New South Wales
t: 02 9541 3000
www.waterbrook.com.au

A place to call home that just happens to have a 24 hour concierge, hair and beauty salon, restaurant and lounge! Want more, how about an indoor heated pool, gym, games room, lawn bowling green and woodwork studio. Lavish resort style living with all the comforts of home can be found at Waterbrook Yowie Bay. Your modern, practical and spacious apartment overlooking the landscaped Waterbrook gardens and meandering brook completes this package!

Life in the city – Rylands of Hawthorn, VIC

349 – 367 Riversdale Road
Hawthorn 3122
Victoria
T: 1300 853 550
www.rylands.com.au

Offering a boutique hospitality experience in a convenient location, Rylands of Hawthorn is designed with their residents needs in mind. Rylands provides a comfortable, supportive and safe environment with many activities and events to take advantage of. The village features a la carte dining in the restaurant, coffee lounge, library, indoor heated pool, gymnasium, hairdressing, beauty services and a theatre!

Life Resort Style – Waterbrook Greenwich, New South Wales

6 Ulonga Ave
Greenwich 2065
New South Wales
t: 02 9433 8000
www.waterbrook.com.au

Carrying on the Waterbrook name is the new 5 star luxury resort style village, Waterbrook Greenwich. Located in the heart of the Lower North Shore, 5 kms from the centre of Sydney your new home is surrounded by residential living and retail facilities. Offering an indoor heated swimming pool, gym, bowling green, cinema, restaurant, hair/beauty salon, 24 hr concierge & state of the art security, it’s easy to fill your days and enjoy peace of mind!

Life by the beach – Primelife Martha’s Point, Victoria

165 Osborne Drive,
Mt Martha VIC 3934
t: 1800 550 550
www.primelife.com.au

‘Imagine if your summer holiday lasted forever’ A short stroll to the beach is all it takes to experience what this new chapter of your life has to offer. Located on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, this village, much like all Primelife villages is set to raise the benchmark for retirement living! Offering a wealth of recreational features including a swimming pool, lawn bowls, fully equipped gym, tennis court, library, business centre …. the list goes on. ‘Find your place in the sun’ at Primelife Martha’s Point.

Life in the country – Leura Fairways, New South Wales

19-21 Fitzroy Street
Leura NSW 2780
t: 1800 088 255
www.leurafairways.com.au

‘Elegant Living for over 55’s’ The first question the team at Leura Fairways asked themselves was ‘what makes a place a home” The answer …. It’s you. In their own words, “It’s the manner in which you inhabit the space, use the facilities and enjoy your life. It’s about the comfort you derive and the security you feel. At Leura Fairways, even if you feel like doing absolutely nothing, you couldn’t do it in more luxurious surrounds. You’ll feel right at home”. Sounds good to me!

Life by the water – Upstream Bethania, Queensland

41 Radke Road
Bethania, QLD 4205
t: 1800 8778 7326
www.upstreambethania.com.au

Laid back and easy ambience, space and a real sense of freeness is what came from the thoughtful planning that went into the development of Upstream Bethania. With the Logan River on your doorstep, gazebo style BBQ areas overlooking the lake in development; being close to the water will bring a true sense of calm and peace. Surrounded by seemingly endless pastures, your new lifestyle will feel like your own little retreat, away from all the hustle and bustle.

Life resort style – Southern Cross Lynbrook, Victoria

520 Evans Road
Lynbrook,Vic 3975
t: 1800 672 971
www.scrosslynbrook.com.au

Enjoy all the benefits of living in a six star energy efficient community’ at Southern Cross Lynbrook. This village is truly unique in offering luxury and a well earned break for you and the environment. Located in Melbourne’s South East, with 197 ‘stunning, architecturally designed homes’, you can enjoy being close to shopping centres, public transport, the new Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, golf courses and horse racing!

Reviews provided by Ben Hannemann, Director www.retirementlivingonline.com.au