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Why Over 50s are Choosing Lifestyle Resorts

As we transition into our golden years, the thought of downsizing often intertwines with aspirations of elevating our lifestyle. At Solana Lifestyle Resorts, we've curated this very essence for those over 50. Shed the excesses of large, cumbersome properties and step into a community where shared resort-like facilities, camaraderie, and coastal beauty converge. It's not just about downsizing your home but upgrading your life. 

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Freshen up Your Home with Indoor Plants

While moving to a Solana Lifestyle Resort means less yard maintenance, it does not mean you have to give up your love of plants and gardening.

Indoor plants are a great option to transform your home into a more relaxing and inviting space. Not only do they look beautiful and add life to any room of the house, but they can also improve air quality, keep bugs away and provide flavour for your cooking. So, if you're ready to try adding some greenery into your home but aren't sure where to start, here's everything you need to know about choosing the right plants!

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Decluttering to Downsize with Ease

If you've decided to downsize, you may feel overwhelmed by parting with some of your belongings. In addition, you're likely to experience mixed feelings as you consider disposing of items that hold sentimental value or were purchased by someone who is no longer around. While these feelings are normal, it's important not to let them stop you from decluttering and getting excited for the next stage of your life. Getting rid of things can be an emotional experience that helps you gain clarity about what matters most in life.

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Solana Lifestyle Resorts Frequently Asked Questions

Lifestyle Resorts are a great way to enjoy your golden years. Our Queensland coast locations offer you the perfect place to call home with resort like facilities, a desirable address and the convenience of being close to everything you'll ever need or want. Keep reading below for our common questions answered.

If there is something else you'd like to know, be sure to contact us, we would be more than happy to help.

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Over 50’s Lifestyle Resorts Explained

Thousands of downsizes and retirees are realising the benefits of relocating to lifestyle resort communities, where they can take advantage of the low maintenance, superior recreational facilities, like-minded friends and neighbours, and the security that comes with being in a gated community. But, what is a lifestyle resort?

Lifestyle Resorts can also be known by several other names: Manufactured Home Park’s (MHPs), manufactured home estates, residential or lifestyle parks, land lease communities, active lifestyle villages or over 50s lifestyle villages.

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Moving to the Queensland Coast for Retirement

The great thing about retirement is that you can choose where to live based on your lifestyle goals rather than work and family commitments. The beautiful Queensland coastline is becoming a popular choice for retirees across Australia, and it's not hard to see why with sandy beaches, year round sunshine and a relaxed way of life. Saying goodbye to the suburban family home can also free up spare time, help you retire earlier and improve your financial position.

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Creating the perfect alfresco area

Whatever your level of experience or interest in gardening, the alfresco area in your Solana home is somewhere to relax and enjoy. Green fingers at the ready? Read on to find out how to turn your private patio into a stunning array of colours with fragrances to match.


Some flowers are sun worshippers

You’ll need to plan according to the climate in the coastal areas of South East Queensland. When designing your alfresco, consider verbenas. These are easy care and fast-growing plants, in the ground or in pots. They’re great for giving a bit of high-impact colour.

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Simplify to Coastal living

One of the most exciting things to look forward to when approaching retirement is the newly found freedom you'll have. Finally, it's a time when you can start experiencing the lifestyle you've worked so hard to enjoy.


Now you can experience more of the activities and adventures you've longed for during your working life. Wondering where to do all this? Look no further than our two stunning Queensland locations, Bribie Island and 1770 Agnes Water, where our lifestyle resorts are situated.

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Planning for Your Dream Retirement

Everyone has their own idea of what retirement will look like for them, whether it includes downsizing, travelling more, or moving to a gorgeous coastal location. Enjoying the retirement lifestyle of your dreams doesn’t just happen though. Planning ahead to ensure your finances are in order and you have everything in place will help ensure you get the most out of your retirement when the time comes.

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Downsizing to Retire Earlier

Planning for retirement usually starts with financial considerations. Deciding when and where you want to retire will be guided by how you position your finances. The sale of the family home can be a great way to secure your retirement nest egg, especially with the introduction of downsizer contributions into your superannuation, offering a generous financial incentive to downsize. Master planned communities like Solana Bribie Island and 1770 Agnes Water, set in stunning coastal locations, can also make the decision to downsize easier than ever!

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Alternatives to traditional retirement living

Although settling long term into the family home is attractive for some, it isn't the only option for over 50's these days. When considering retirement options it is important to consider what you want from your lifestyle ahead. You may wish to travel often and seek a gated community that is easy to lock and leave, or simply be amongst like-minded people. Whether it is location or price, or lifestyle needs - there are many options to explore.

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Ageing well: Body, mind, spirit!

Ageing is inevitable, but we can choose to age well with the right lifestyle choices. Maintaining our quality of life is important as we get older. Making the right choices can help improve our physical and mental wellbeing through our senior years. Establishing the best habits early will ensure they stick with us as we get older.

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Tips for settling into a new community

Moving to a new community can be the start of a wonderful adventure, and an amazing opportunity to expand your social circle. Though it can seem a little intimidating to find ways to fit in with your new neighbours, making new friends and building relationships doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Check out some of our top tips for making friends and getting involved in Solana Bribie Island!

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