New over-50s way of life group accepted

A brand new over-50s group that might characteristic 251 properties might be developed in a “peaceful pocket” of the Sunshine Coast, after the native council gave it the inexperienced mild.

Prominent land lease developer GemLife will ship the gated GemLife Glass House Mountains.

Sunshine Coast Council has accepted the primary part of 114 properties, amid plans for an additional 137 residences.

The way of life group, which is anticipated to be price $267 million, might be situated at 45 Buzaki Road. It will characteristic sweeping views of the Glass House Mountains, together with the distinctive Mount Tibrogargan.

A 30 metre-wide tree-lined buffer will stretch the northern boundary adjoining a macadamia plantation.

It can even provide $16 million of unique residents’ facilities, together with an elevated Country Club. Facilities will embody a resort-style pool, lap pool, spa, gymnasium, video games room, cinema, bowling alley, pickleball court docket and library.

Civil building is anticipated to begin in December, with the primary dwelling launch anticipated in early 2026.

GemLife managing director Adrian Puljich mentioned demand for land lease dwelling continued to soar as over 50s sought way of life and monetary advantages main as much as, and into, their retirement years.

“We’re finding people are moving into over 50s communities earlier to reap the lifestyle benefits that come with having resort-style amenities at their doorstep, low maintenance living and the ability to free up capital when downsizing their home,” he mentioned.

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“The demand on this area is especially robust, and we consider GemLife Glass House Mountains’ stunning location will additional add to its attraction, with the location’s elevation capturing panoramic mountain views and recent breezes.

“It is in a peaceful pocket close to the Glass House Mountains township, national parks, and walking and cycling trails, and within easy reach of shops, cafes, services and beaches within the broader Sunshine Coast region.”

Mr Puljich mentioned the group would attraction to these already dwelling inside a 40 to 50-kilometre radius, together with patrons from additional afield.

“The surrounding neighbourhood is dominated by larger lots, so GemLife Glass House Mountains is an opportunity for locals to downsize while retaining the iconic aspect, fantastic lifestyle and friendships they know and love,” he mentioned.

“We also believe it will strike a chord with those living in Brisbane and beyond, who are looking for a quiet treechange in their over 50s, while being close to city conveniences.”

All properties might be single degree, vitality environment friendly and low upkeep, with two bedrooms plus a multi-purpose room and indoor-outdoor dwelling. The group is pet pleasant.

As a land lease group, householders will buy their dwelling and lease the land, with a weekly web site charge masking upkeep, administration and the intensive onsite facilities. No different charges are related to the acquisition or sale of properties in the neighborhood.

GemLife is one among Australia’s quickest rising builders of land lease communities, with GemLife Glass House Mountains following approvals for an additional 1740 properties throughout greater than $1.5 billion price of initiatives in South-East Queensland in 2025.