Rightsizing development: GemLife Rainbow Beach affords coastal way of life | The Senior

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After 26 years of their four-bedroom Campbelltown residence, Peter and Catherine Garofolo decided many Australians are actually contemplating – to rightsize to a way of life that gives extra freedom, connection, and time to get pleasure from life.

They discovered precisely that at GemLife Rainbow Beach, Lake Cathie, on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales.

“Our home was 26 years old, and we were tired of the ongoing maintenance, looking after the pool and mowing the lawns. We were seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle,” Catherine mentioned.

“We also love being active, and GemLife Rainbow Beach ticked all the boxes for us. There is just so much for us to do here.”

More Australians over 50 are selecting to rightsize – searching for a house that higher helps how they need to reside – and GemLife Rainbow Beach is proving a standout vacation spot.

Located minutes from the seashore and surrounded by pure bushland, the over-50s land lease group blends relaxed coastal dwelling with fashionable comfort, making it straightforward to simplify with out compromise.

“Buyers have been impressed by the coastal setting, the quality of the homes, and the sense of connection that comes with living here,” mentioned GemLife Rainbow Beach gross sales supervisor, Craig Dixon.

“For many people, downsizing is about ‘rightsizing’ for their current lifestyle and here they can move into a brand-new, turnkey home designed for easy living. They also have access to beautifully maintained shared facilities like the pool and country club, without the upkeep.”

For the Garofolos, that way of life has meant extra time to do what they get pleasure from.

From common walks across the resort and alongside close by North Haven Beach to taking advantage of the pool, sauna, spa and tenpin bowling, they’ve embraced a extra lively routine.

They have additionally discovered themselves drawn to the fast-paced and social recreation of pickleball.

“We play up to four times a week,” Peter mentioned. “Games start at 8am on Thursdays and Sundays, and in the afternoons on Tuesdays. It always attracts a great roll-up.”

Beyond the actions, it is the sense of group that stands out.

“One of the things we really enjoy about living here is that there is always something happening,” Catherine mentioned. “I’ve even started learning new card games.”

“That’s the great thing about life here,” Peter mentioned. “You can do as much or as little as you like – and there are always great people around to spend time with.”

A multimillion-dollar resort-style nation membership anchors the group, with a bar and occasional lounge, magnesium pool and spa, health club, sauna, cinema and golf simulator. A bowling alley, undercover garden bowls inexperienced and inventive studios spherical out the providing.

With remaining properties now promoting, designs vary from 193 sq. metres to 312 sq. metres, and are priced from $885,000 to $1.3 million.

“The range includes elegant single-level homes, spacious two-storey designs, and our prestige Emerald Collection residences,” Craig mentioned.

“Our two double-storey Emerald Collection display homes showcase our most sophisticated designs. With a choice of ground-floor or upper-level master suite, they offer flexibility, premium finishes and layouts.

Discover the lifestyle first-hand on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 10am to 12pm. Tour the resort, explore premium facilities and step inside stunning double-storey Emerald Collection display homes.