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5 Retirement Villages with Great Outdoor Living Options

Many people who consider moving to a retirement village fear that they may end up indoors all day. If this is you – stop worrying! Retirement villages provide you with great opportunities to get amongst nature. Most provide great facilities including parks, pools and barbecue areas. Some even have great facilities, including tennis courts and bowling greens—and convenient transport is always available to even more.

1. The Cove Retirement Village

The Cove Retirement Village is situated on the New South Wales Central coast. You can enjoy bird-watching and bushwalking at Bouddi National Park, just a few minutes away. The Cove offers everything that comes with its great waterside location, which is great for boating, fishing and sailing enthusiasts – it has its own moorings and deep water wharf.

With two outdoor barbecue areas, three pools and spa all on-site, you can experience resort-style living at The Cove Retirement Village.

2. Oak Tree Retirement Villages

Oak Tree Retirement Villages is a group of retirement villages with locations in and out of Queensland. The Queensland locations include: Park Avenue, Yeppoon, Goodna, Boronia Heights, Warwick and Cairns.

The village in Goodna, in western Brisbane, has an active village centre. The centre includes a heated outdoor swimming pool, a bowling green, barbecue/entertainment areas – all great for making new friends and interacting with others. There are also quiet lounge areas if you are looking to relax.

And your options are not just limited to Brisbane – Yeppoon offers great amenities including a lawn bowls green, garden seating, landscaped gardens, walking paths, barbecue areas and an outdoor swimming pool.

3. Aveo Durack

If you're looking to maintain a fit and active outdoor lifestyle, then look no further than Aveo Durack. Great outdoor facilities including tennis courts, barbecue areas, an outdoor swimming area, a bowling green and even a golf course are all available. These great facilities are scattered amongst a relaxing and enjoyable environment, including 18.5 hectares of gardens, duck ponds, and tall gum trees. Catch up with friends using the village bus – useful for shopping centre trips, sightseeing and social outings.

4. Allora Gardens

Maroochydore offers the wonderful Allora Gardens. Apart from the great facilities, including two heated swimming pools, the village is close to everything. You can access bowls and golf clubs, beaches, Maroochydore River and even more. You can enjoy this among the wonderful atmosphere of the Sunshine Coast.

5. Elements Third Age Living@Springwood

Get in fast to one of the newest retirement villages in Brisbane: Elements Third Age Living@Springwood. Relax in the indoor, heated spa after a dip in the swimming pool. Keep fit in the gymnasium and outdoor exercise area. Find peace in the Japanese Zen garden. There are also some unique features including an organic vegetable garden and chicken pen.

The choice is yours if you decide to move to a retirement village in Queensland. Just make sure you choose one that is right for you and your needs. Your options are virtually limitless. Pools, parks, golf clubs, beaches and more are all available to you. Wherever you go, there are always chances to get amongst nature and to catch some fresh air.

For more handy tips about retirement villages, visit Retirement Village Advisor.

About the Author

Nick Georgiou is a retirement village enthusiast and web professional

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