Our Sunshine Coast Resorts
Famous for its pristine beaches, colourful sand dunes, glistening freshwater lakes, breathtaking hinterland views, subtropical forests and near-perfect weather year-round, the Sunshine Coast is a unique state treasure with something to offer for all lifestyles. The Sunshine Coast is a particularly popular destination for retirees and investors from other states. If you’re dreaming of a relaxed, luxurious coastal or hinterland lifestyle in the Sunshine Coast, GemLife’s got you covered with a number of premium over-50s resorts to choose from.
Bribie Island
Your place in the sunshine
Centrally located in Bongaree on Bribie Island, the resort is within walking distance to shopping facilities, medical amenities, transport hubs, restaurants and cafes. Fronted by the shimmering waters of Dux Lake and enveloped by national parkland, there is much to admire and plenty explore within the resort and its surrounds.
9 Dux Drive, Bribie Island QLD 4507


Maroochy Quays
Your place in the sunshine
Positioned with peace in mind, GemLife Maroochy Quays is flanked by the Maroochy River and Eudlo Creek Nature Reserve. A peaceful oasis on the Sunshine Coast, the resort is just minutes from shops, restaurants, beaches and the vibrant local communities of Maroochydore, Mooloolaba and Cotton Tree.
6 Charlston Place, Maroochydore QLD 4558
Pacific Paradise
Your place in the sunshine
This tranquil Sunshine Coast location has everything on its doorstep. GemLife Pacific Paradise is surrounded by peaceful natural bushland yet is just minutes away from stunning beaches and a vibrant local community. Close to a thriving shopping and restaurant precinct and only 6km away from Maroochydore’s CBD, GemLife Pacific Paradise offers the ideal coastal lifestyle.
40 Menzies Drive, Pacific Paradise QLD 4564


Palmwoods
Your place in the hinterland
Set in the idyllic and picturesque Sunshine Coast hinterland and surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blackall Range, experience a resort lifestyle at a location unlike any other. A tranquil oasis just minutes from local shops and amenities, GemLife Palmwoods puts you in easy reach of the Sunshine Coast’s world-famous attractions and just 30 minutes from Maroochydore and an hour and 20 minutes from Brisbane. GemLife Palmwoods really is your place in the hinterland.
38 Landershute Road, Palmwoods QLD 4555
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There are no additional costs for moving in or out (exit fees or deferred management fees) of GemLife. In addition, since we are a land lease community, homeowners are not charged stamp duty. GemLife believes in financial transparency so you will never have to worry about hidden fees or costs.
Build terrific new friendships with like-minded people while enjoying a lifestyle designed especially for over-50s. Our lifestyle resorts are known for their friendliness and are great places to expand your social networks.
At GemLife, we recognise that pets are part of the family. Settle into your new home at GemLife with your animal companions by your side. Your best bud can also socialise and exercise in our resorts’ off-leash dog parks.
Relax and unwind in a safe and secure environment. Our gated communities are secured with a multitude of systems for your peace of mind, including number-plate recognition at resort entrances and on-site resort managers. Go for holidays anytime knowing that your home is protected.
As homeowners, you can store your recreational vehicles on-site for free*. Or sell your caravan or motorhome and hire a fully kitted out Explore by GemLife motorhome instead, available exclusively for GemLife homeowners.
*Pending availability. Terms and conditions apply.
GemLife offers a range of beautifully designed six-star energy rated homes with multiple façade and colour-scheme options. All our homes are built with high-end, low maintenance living in mind and come with extensive premium inclusions. Our commitment to quality means your forever home is built to last.
Because GemLife residents own their homes, they get to keep 100% of any capital gains achieved if they decide to sell.
In partnership with Feros Care, GemLife residents can access a wide range of home care services whenever required. From short-term restorative care programs and technology training to wellbeing programs and in-home care services, you can maintain your independence if needed.