Archives for 2019

$3.5 Million Dollar Country Club Starts Construction at Seachange Toowoomba

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An important milestone will be reached this week at Seachange Toowoomba with the start of construction of the second recreational facilities precinct.  The inclusion of two separate recreational facilities within the resort is a unique feature and one that sets the project apart.

The resort’s first stage of facilities was completed late last year and includes the spectacular Summer House.  This iconic Hamptons style building was constructed by Hutchinsons Builders and was awarded best Commercial Facility up to $5 million at the QLD Master Builders Awards.  It comes as no surprise that the team at Hutchinsons have been appointed to construct the next major facility at the resort.

“Our recreational facilities are the heart and soul of our communities, so appointing a builder that can deliver the quality and craftsmanship that is synonymous with a Seachange Resort is critical.  Having constructed the Award Winning Summer House, we are confident that Hutchinson’s will be able to deliver another magnificent facility for us.” Says Seachange Lifestyle Resorts CEO Warren Harris.

This Summer House is a stunning architectural master piece is already being enjoyed by homeowners offering relaxed spaces to catch up with family and friends.  The building features an extensive library, coffee lounge and games room which flows out to a BBQ pavilion and fire pit that overlooks the heated swimming pool and tennis court.

The second Country Club, affectionately referred to as the big brother to the Summer House is located in the premium position on the resort at the end of the Main Boulevard overlooking Adams Park.  The Country Club continues the Hamptons theme seen in the Summer House, but is a more formal in its finish and feel.

Stepping through the entry of the Country Club you will feel like you are entering a private members club with a built in fire place, stone feature wall and plush interiors creating a cosy and welcoming environment.

The bar area and deck overlooks the resorts bowling green whilst the main dining hall with dance floor and stage offers a spacious and luxurious setting for a variety of functions and parties.  The Wellness Centre will have the feel of an upmarket day spa with heated indoor pool, yoga and Pilates room, gym and steam room.  Additional features such as the craft room, work shop and cinema all allow homeowners to continue to explore new hobbies and passions.

With the 2 recreational precincts combined home owners at Seachange Toowoomba will enjoy an unparalleled lifestyle with everything amenity imaginable right on their door step.

Artists impressions of the new facility below:

Our Partner Builder wins more accolades

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Seachange Lifestyle Resorts are pleased to announce that Nick Ruhle Homes has received the award for best Individual Home $1.26 million – $2 million at the QLD Master Builders awards on the weekend for their Rascal Views Home.

When Seachange started construction of their first over 50s Resort outside of the Gold Coast it was decided that a local construction company using local Toowoomba trades should be engaged.  Nick Ruhle Homes was an easy choice having over 20 years experience in the construction  industry and “a reputation built on excellence”.  The company’s values were aligned closely with Pradella’s own values of truth, care, pride and success.

Earlier this year Nick Ruhle Homes and Seachange Toowoomba received the accolade for best display home, for the Cunningham design in the regional QLD Master Builders Awards.  This acknowledgement of the high standards of quality and craftsmanship are a credit to Nick Ruhle homes and are consistent with the attention to detail and exceptional standard that you would expect from a Seachange Lifestyle Resort.

In addition to the award for best display home, the resorts first recreational facility, The Summer House constructed by Hutchinsons Builders was also awarded best community facility.

Come and visit our Award Winning Display homes and Summer House at Seachange Toowoomba today to see what makes us the very best.

 

Left to Right: Alex McMahon (Seachange Lifestyle Resorts), Carmen Humphries (Nick Ruhle Homes), Nick Ruhle, Genevieve Ruhle.

Feature Picture: The Cunningham Home built by Nick Ruhle Homes won in the best display home category of the QLD Master Builders Regional Awards.

Awarded as Queensland’s best!

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Seachange Riverside Coomera wins for Best Seniors Living at UDIA Awards

We are excited to announce that Seachange Riverside Coomera has been recognised as an industry leader, receiving the award for Best Seniors Living and being a finalist in the Affordable Small Scale Development and President Awards categories at the QLD UDIA awards.

This award will add to the lengthy list of honours received by developer Pradella Property Ventures.   Managing Director, David Pradella commented “Receiving this award today is a testimony to our CEO Warren Harris, his leadership team and all staff who have shown a true commitment to the companies values; truth, care, pride and success.”

The Urban Development Institute Awards is one of the most respected and highly regarded industry awards programs. "Receiving this accolade in QLD which has the highest standard of options for over 50’s and retirees, demonstrates what an exceptional resort Seachange Riverside Coomera really is and why it has been such a huge success."

The resort is located in an irreplaceable and scenic riverfront location with views out to the hinterland.  The master plan and architectural intent has taken inspiration from the setting with the master-plan looking to the site’s natural surrounds for its design cues.  This has ensured the delivery of a clear style which offers a sense of place, creates a community with a true heart and soul where people are connected to the natural amenity of the location.  The project has utilised natural elements it its architecture with a mix of: stone, timber and natural rocks as the central design focus.

Delivery of the main Country Club has been a significant milestone for the resort with the very finest recreational facilities providing homeowners with an enviable lifestyle.

If you haven't yet visited Seachange Riverside Coomera, come and see what makes us the best!  Our display homes and Country Club are open to view Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and Saturday 9am - 3pm.

Meet Our Homeowners

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Les and Mary Rose – Seachange Riverside Coomera

Les and Mary Rose moved into Seachange at Coomera from Kings Beach Caloundra, where they had lived in a residential high-rise for 5 years. They began their search after flicking through a magazine over coffee in their favourite place, Montville, where they saw some advertisements for lifestyle Resorts.

After exploring several other villages they spoke with some good friends who mentioned Seachange. They made an appointment with Susan and came to have a look. It ticked all the boxes, and they were particularly impressed with some of the unique features.  Les has a 4 metre kayak and will be encouraging Mary to join him on the water. The free flowing river was an ideal location for them with water sports as well as fishing all now on their doorstep.

They were impressed with the peaceful and quiet location, but with shops and other facilities only 5 minutes away. They also can’t speak highly enough about the after sales service they have received with any problems being quickly sorted out.

The unique double storey house with its dual street frontage, enables Les and Mary to still do some part-time work from home using the downstairs area as an office. With the wonders of the IT world they can work remotely in servicing some of their clients as they slowly move towards retirement.

They have their sons and their families living fairly close in Springwood and Ipswich, which was an added bonus and means that they get to see more of them.

Once they have unpacked all their boxes and found homes for everything they are looking forward to using the swimming pool, spa and gym, and may try Pickleball.

Les is from New Zealand, but has been in Australia for 36 years, so has asked that we don’t hold that against him. Mary is originally from England and was a nurse before helping Les in his IT business, firstly in the office but moving into IT and becoming quite proficient.

Les and Mary are enjoying their new home and lifestyle so much that they have volunteered to be a part of the new “Welcome Centre” at the resort.  The Welcome Centre is a feature unique to Seachange and enables visitors to the resort to have a guided tour of the resort with a home owners rather than a sales person.  This gives prospective purchasers a first hand insight in to what life in the community is like and whether it will be the right choice for them.  The Welcome Centre operates 6 days a week at the resort.

5 Sports to take up after 50

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Pickleball

What is Pickleball? It is one of the fastest growing sports in the US, with over 3 million Pickleball players, and  has grown in popularity in Australia since 2015. Pickleball is a low-impact sport that is easy to learn and can be played at almost any age.

Pickleball is a cross between tennis, badmington and table tennis. It was created in 1965 by US Congressman Joel Pritchard and some of his friends in America while they were looking for some entertainment. The story goes that Pritchard was eager to play badminton with his friends one afternoon but couldn’t find the equipment so they had to improvise with some table tennis paddles, a whiffle ball and lowering the net on the badminton court.

If you’re wondering where the name ‘Pickleball’ came from, it was actually after Pritchard’s cocker spaniel Pickles, who enjoyed going after the ball while his owners played.

Keen to try your hand at Pickleball?  Visit Seachange Riverside Coomera and check out their twin Pickleball Courts.

Swimming

If you suffer from arthritis or any type of joint inflammation, then swimming is as low impact as it gets. The weightless properties of the water will alleviate any pressure from your body while you still benefit from a full cardio workout. To really stretch those muscles and get your respiratory system busy, join in with some group activities, such as water aerobics, polo, and volleyball.

All of the Seachange Resorts feature spectacular swimming pools.  Most importantly when you live at a Seachange resort the pools are maintained by the resorts staff, leaving you more time to focus on staying fit and fabulous.

Yoga

Yoga is another favorite form of exercise for many over 50s because it ticks almost every health box without taxing the body too much whatsoever. Your core balance, muscle flexibility, and respiratory flow will all benefit from regular Yoga practice, while the relaxing meditative properties will help unwind a stressful mind.

Dancing

If you’re going to exercise, you might as well have fun with it, right? Dancing is one of the most enjoyable ways to get a full body workout.  Your energy levels will rise, your memory will be tested to recall certain steps, and you’ll impress your friends next time you’re on the dancefloor!

All of our Country Clubs come with a dance floor area idea for learning and practising some new moves.

Lawn Bowls

Lawn bowls is a popular sport and leisure activity in Australia, especially within people over 50 years of age.  It is a great way to develop certain skills, like coordination and precision, and it is a low impact activity that can be enjoyed by anyone. Seachange have included lawn bowls greens as part of the array of facilities that our residents at Arundel, Riverside Coomera and Toowoomba will enjoy daily.

We’ve thought about your future

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Protecting homeowners against the rising cost of living

Seachange Toowoomba offers an enviable lifestyle for those looking for peace of mind when it comes to their financial security in retirement.  The combination of affordable entry prices and careful planning to safeguard home owner’s ongoing costs is a winning formula and one that sets Seachange Toowoomba apart.

The below outlines the ways in which Seachange Toowoomba are protecting our homeowners against rising utilities costs:

  • Seachange Toowoomba is the first over 50s resort in the Toowoomba region to have be awarded the UDIA (Urban Development Institute of Australia’s) Envirodevelopment Certification. EnviroDevelopment is a scientifically-based assessment scheme that independently reviews development projects and awards certification to those that achieve outstanding performance across 6 elements – Ecosystems, Waste, Energy, Materials, Water and Community.  Seachange Toowoomba has been awarded certification in all 6 areas.   Sustainable homes are more comfortable to live and offer substantial day to day cost savings for home owners.
  • Seachange, in partnership with Flow Energy, will have the first integrated solar farm within an over 50s resort, providing our residents with a 25% reduction on electricity costs when compared with the published Ergon tariff rates. Bring your current electricity bill in to the sales office and receive a direct comparison of your current costs compared with your new home at Seachange using our online energy calculator
  • Not having a reticulated gas supply saves home owners approximately $400/year.
  • A 60% reduction on fixed access water charges saves you approximately $400/year

This all adds up to more money in your pocket to spend on the things that you love.  If you would like to find out more visit us at Seachange Toowoomba today.