Why singles over 50 choose lifestyle resort life

As more and more people recognize the value of social connections and community and the value of maintaining independence, single lifestyle resorts in Australia are widely popular throughout Australia.

Modern, low maintenance homes pair with resort-style amenities a compelling alternative to traditional housing.

They also offer opportunities for social connection in a supportive environment, a big attraction for over 50 singles looking to improve their quality of life and improve their overall health.

The latest report from Oxford Economics in Australia found that demand for retirement communities has grown over the years, as developers promote products of luxury lifestyles and the negative impacts on social distancing.

From 2006 to 2021, the number of people living in retirement communities has almost doubled, with occupancy soaring to 95% in 2023.

While traditional retirement communities are still popular, lifestyle resorts like Aliria on Dean are becoming a modern option, offering greater flexibility and independence and attracting a young homeowner crowd looking to enjoy an active, social life.

Aliria’s director Andrew Coulter is a developer of a lifestyle resort in his 50s, backed by a team of decades of experience in the land leasing department – who thoughtfully considered Dean’s singles needs at Dean, both practically and emotionally.

“We know that for many singles, especially those that transition to a new stage of life after losing or separation, it is crucial to find a place that is both safe and enthusiastic,” he said.

“Aliria on Dean is designed to provide a new starting point – this does not harm independence, but rather brings opportunities to connect, activity and a sense of belonging around residents.

“If many communities keep the couple’s design in mind, we consciously create a space that supports a wider life experience.

“About 30% of our buyers are single women so far and we’ve seen a strong interest in single men.”

A new starting point, a shared connection

After her husband passed away last year, Carry Lee, 69, decided to shrink a large area of ​​land from her large house to a more manageable and safer lifestyle in Dean.

Looking for a new starting point, she is attracted by brand new villas, with no entry or exit fees, and is fully reserved for capital gains and close to friends, medical services and shopping malls.

“Moving to a gated community means I don’t have to worry about gardening or cleaning the pool,” she said.

“This will give me more time for sewing projects and more safety, allowing me to travel.”

She believes that rents at $205 per week are a fair deal that can be easily maintained and lifestyle benefits.

“It’s about the same amount I paid on the old property when I wasn’t paying any more,” she said.

At first, Lee initially hesitated, and Lee spent time at his mother’s 50s resort over the 50s, realizing that he could have the best of both worlds.

“Once you’re in your own home, you won’t see or hear other people living nearby,” she said.

“At the same time, I look forward to meeting with other like-minded people who can even share some of my interests.”

Boutiques live with the heart of society

With only 57 houses in Dean, Aliria is a boutique development designed to make people feel intimate and approachable.

Common facilities include sunbathing and swimming pool, gym, pickled court, community hall and 5,000 m2 open green space for leisure interaction and entertainment.

“Whether you are joining a group trip, hitting a neighbor in the gym, or just meeting people nearby have your interests, the emotional guarantees that this lifestyle brings are very strong,” Kurt said.

Each home in Aliria in Dean has two bedrooms, as well as a multi-purpose room for hobbies, guests to stay or study for those working from home.

The open plan living area flows to the private open air or porch for indoor and outdoor living.

“For singles, this sense of personal space balances with thoughtful distance between public areas, helps to achieve the right balance between privacy and connection,” Kurt said.

“It is important that each home is single-story, energy-efficient and specially designed for ease of life now and in the future.”

More than just home – a place of belonging

Community is at the heart of President Aliria’s philosophy.

“From the beginning, we designed shared spaces that naturally bring people together,” Kurt explained.

“It’s not just about infrastructure; it’s the way of life that flows out of it.”

This resident-driven approach means that activities develop organically with the community, creating a lifestyle that is shaped by the living.

“The residents themselves form clubs of interest, or conduct various activities or simple leisure gatherings, which allow residents to provide social interactions as they please,” Kurt said.

“It is these moments – simple, sincere and unplanned moments that build authentic relationships that make the community feel like home.”