Australians are a nation of beach lovers. With about 85% of the population living within 50km of the ocean, many people look at making a seachange part of a retirement lifestyle. So it’s no wonder that Aussie’s are constantly looking to begin their next chapter in one of Australia’s best seachange towns.
With time to take long walks along the sand or more time to spend in the waves, a coastal location also comes with additional benefits with many seaside locations offering an impressive range of entertainment and eclectic range of shops as well as stunning national parks and reserves.
Here we’ll visit 6 of Australia’s best seachange locations and what it means to make the coastal move.
What is a Seachange?
One of the dictionary definitions of a seachange is to have a fundamental or profound change in thinking for the better.
What better way to describe the retirement journey!
In a more literal sense, changing a city locale for a place close to the ocean is a dream of many but is there a way to do it while still maintaining a comfortable and affordable lifestyle?
We believe the answer is ‘yes’, but it does require some planning.
Australia’s 6 Best Seachange Towns
The best towns for a retirement seachange are ones that sees you lapping at the water’s edge only a short distance from home but also offers ready access to the everyday amenities and services that you need.
Ideally, it should also come with a great sense of community with some hidden, out-of-the-way gems that only the locals know, so you’ll never feel like you’re crowded out of your favourite spot.
Gold Coast, Queensland
As far as Australia’s best seachange towns go, the sunny Gold Coast always makes the top of the list. With 70km of stunning beaches and point breaks, there is a reason why the heart of the Gold Coast is called Surfers Paradise. A popular tourist destination for well over a century, the city is a haven for many people looking to make a seachange part of their experience.
But the white sandy beaches tell only half the story. The Gold Coast is just as close to an outstanding hinterland region with ancient rainforests and stunning waterfalls.
GemLife Gold Coast is in the northern suburb of Pimpama on a stunning elevated position with skyline views of Surfers Paradise and just 20 minutes away from your choice of the sheltered Broadwater or the surf beaches of Main Beach.
Rainbow Beach, New South Wales
Located in the beautiful Mid North Coast NSW town of Lake Cathie, Rainbow Beach offers endless pristine beaches, spectacular seaside rainforests and renowned wineries.
Flanked by the Queen’s Lake State Conservation Area and just minutes from the ocean, local shopping and transport, GemLife Rainbow Beach puts you in easy reach of the Mid North Coast’s many attractions.
Major services can be found in Port Macquarie which also boasts an airport with direct links to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.
Pacific Paradise, Queensland
Imagine what life would be like living less than 3kms away from the beach and having shops and services right outside your door.
That’s Pacific Paradise, a charming little village that certainly lives up to its name.
Part of the city of Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast, Pacific Paradise is on the northern shore of the Maroochy River, located close to two golf courses and an abundance of shopping at nearby Sunshine Plaza.
GemLife Pacific Paradise, surrounded by peaceful natural bushland and just minutes away from stunning beaches, offers the ideal seachange lifestyle.
Maroochy Quays, Queensland
Whether you are looking for a classic surfing competition, kayaking on the river or wetting a line, Maroochydore is the location for you.
At GemLife Maroochy Quays, you can take your choice of unspoiled Sunshine Coast beaches, all less than 7km from home.
Positioned with peace in mind, GemLife Maroochy Quays is flanked by the Maroochy River and Eudlo Creek Nature Reserve. The resort is just minutes from shops, restaurants, beaches and the vibrant local communities of Maroochydore, Mooloolaba and Cotton Tree.
Moreton Bay, Queensland
Discover your paradise right on the edge of the World Heritage listed Moreton Bay.
This is a seachange of a different kind. Moreton Bay is a wonderful location for nature lovers.
The region provides habitat to an extensive array of wildlife including dolphins, whales, dugongs and many bird species.
GemLife Moreton Bay is the newest over-50s lifestyle resort and is located next to the Deception Bay Conservation Park.
Located with convenient access to the Pacific Motorway and with rail access to Brisbane, this resort is just minutes away from Scarborough Beach and Westfield North Lakes.
Bribie Island, Queensland
One of major sand islands in Moreton Bay, Bribie Island features wide expanses of pristine beaches and sheltered anchorage for boaties. This charming self-contained community has everything you need so close at hand.
It is also connected by bridge direct to the mainland for access to the major centres of the Sunshine Coast, Caboolture and Redcliffe.
GemLife Bribie Island is surrounded by the Bribie Island National Park, within easy walking distance to shops and so close to safe boating in Pumicestone Passage and the popular beach of Woorim.
Imagine being only five minutes away from Bribie Island Shopping Centre, six minutes away from the Bribie Island Hotel, and 11 minutes away from Bribie Island Golf Club golf course.
Explore the GemLife Difference
Our GemLife resorts are nestled in some of Australia’s best known seachange locations, perfect for active-over 50s who are looking to rightsize from a large family home to a stylish and luxurious home in an exclusive resort. All our residents also have exclusive access to premium facilities you’d expect from a five-star resort.
Featuring stunning Country Clubs and premium fitness equipment and leisure spaces, GemLife Resorts are the life changing lifestyle you’re looking for.
To find out more about GemLife resorts, give our team a call for a free information pack or book a site tour today.
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