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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Inside Agnes Water
Whether you are a resident of the town or just a visitor, there is absolutely heaps to do in 1770 and Agnes Water. Apart from being nestled right on the ocean, there's plenty to see during the holidays and all year round. So to help you get settled into your new home, here is a complete guide of things to do and see around the area.
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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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Summer in 1770 Agnes Water
Agnes Water and the Town of 1770 are ideal locations to relax and enjoy yourself on the picturesque Queensland coast. The area offers something for everyone with a diverse range of activities and experiences. The beautiful golden beaches and warm, clear blue waters of the Coral Sea are perfect for swimming, snorkelling, surfing and fishing. There are also many scenic walks and 4WD tracks in the area where you can see some of Australia's unique flora and fauna. The townships are nestled on the coastline between Gladstone and Bundaberg. The local area is rich in history, with the town of 1770 famously named after the year in which James Cook sailed past and first discovered the region. Rocky headlands and beautiful golden beaches surround this slice of untouched paradise, and with 280 days of sunshine each year, it's a popular destination all year round but comes alive in the warmer months.
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Solana Lifestyle Resorts Update
2021 has been an exciting year for Solana Lifestyle Resorts. Our Bribie location is now 97% sold out after our recent final home release, introducing new floorplans with some much anticipated two bedroom options. We have also made a big step forward with the launch of our new resort, Solana 1770 Agnes Water, with Development & Operational Approvals received this year. Talk about a busy year at Solana! If you're interested in moving to either location, keep reading for our 2021 update.
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What Makes Solana Homes Different
Designed for easy living
Set within a lifestyle resort concept on the Queensland coast, it's just what you need to make the transition from where you are now to where you want to be. Solana homes are available in different designs, colour options and sizes. So whatever your needs are, there is a home that will fit them perfectly. Each floorplan has been thoughtfully designed to make the most of the natural surroundings, including large windows that allow natural sunlight and flowing breeze to filter through the houses. Kitchens allow for easy cooking and cleaning with stone benchtops, tiled splashbacks, ceramic cooktops, and built-in dishwashers, which all come as standard inclusions. A smaller yard provides enough space to customise your garden beds and alfresco without maintaining a larger block.
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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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Exploring the Queensland Coast in Winter
The east coast Queensland strip from Bribie Island to Agnes Water 1770 offers a world of opportunities. It combines natural beauty with pleasant, all-year-round temperatures. Our Solana Lifestyle Resort locations, Bribie Island and 1770-Agnes Water, are hand-picked in two prominent coastal locations so residents can enjoy their enviable Queensland climate, enticing lifestyle and access to some of Queensland’s greatest coastal beauties.
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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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Living it up at 1770 Agnes Water!
Agnes Water and 1770 create a vibrant coastal community, surrounded by beautiful waters, stunning beaches, and boasting brilliant weather. With some of the best sun, surf, boating and fishing along the coast, just imagine being able to call it home! Solana Lifestyle Resort's new location 1770 Agnes Water, offers the chance to live the coastal dream in a Stockwell master planned community.
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What makes a Solana resort different?
There are many options to consider when deciding to make a move. Downsizing can make life much simpler, freeing up time and energy for the important things. Solana Lifestyle Resorts offer the best of community, lifestyle, and amenities, making the decision to downsize the easiest one you’ll ever make! Our resorts bring together a community, and Stockwell’s master planning approach to the resorts ensures they are woven into the fabric of each naturally beautiful address they call home.
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East Coast fishing spots
Solana Bribie Island is retirement living at its best! With a wide range of amenities to satisfy any interests, residents also get to take advantage of the incredible coastal lifestyle that comes with island living. For the fishing enthusiast, there’s no better place to call home. Bribie Island and the surrounding areas offer some of the best fishing spots along the east coast of Australia.
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Welcome to the monarch
Embrace the coastal lifestyle with Bribie Island living! Located on the gorgeous Moreton Bay, residents of Solana Bribie Island enjoy the convenience of everyday amenities just a short walk away, while also having the perks of a wide array of recreational activities in the surrounding region. An added benefit is the proximity to Brisbane CBD, close enough for a day trip or visiting family and friends.
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Downsizing with plenty of space
Downsizing is a great way to embrace a simpler life, and Solana Lifestyle Resorts makes it even easier, offering modern, spacious designs that will allow you to create the perfect home! With Solana, there’s no need to compromise, utilising simple tips to maximise space and get the most of your living space.
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Discovering Queensland's East Coast
Queensland’s east coast stretches for over 3000 kilometres of pristine beaches, stunning scenery, and the best in holiday accommodations. This stretch of shoreline encompasses the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast, with 2000 kilometres of the Great Barrier Reef to explore. There are some definite highlights along the way, especially if you’re looking for tropical adventures, incredible wildlife, and memories to last a lifetime! The following are all within 5 hours drive of Brisbane.
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The homebuilder grant, a Stockwell guarantee
For 65 years, Stockwell has created communities that foster a sense of identity, belonging and connection. Solana Bribie Island offers the lifestyle you’ve been looking for, with innovative floor plans and a range of price points. Make your move now, and take advantage of our HomeBuilder Grant Guarantee!
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