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Selling the family home and moving to a gated community designed for people aged 50-plus can be a daunting experience.
Finding the ideal environment is not always easy as Lyn Butler discovered when her mum decided it was time for a change.
They looked at several purpose built properties before finding the right one.
“My mum didn’t particularly want to move but the family home was becoming a money pit, older properties require a great deal of maintenance and it can be costly,” Lyn said.
“My mum wanted a nice new home, good facilities, companionship and privacy. The property had to be a reasonable investment as she is determined to leave a legacy.
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“We didn’t have a million dollars to spend so we didn’t expect to find a home that ticked all the boxes.
“One day we decided to take a look at Opal by Living Gems in Logan Village. We were both delighted with the resort, the homes and the facilities.
“Although we were house hunting for mum I felt as if I had found the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
“My mum chose a brand new two bedroom home. She loved the open plan layout, the light, airy rooms and the spacious bedrooms. I know she was impressed with the ensuite bathroom and she fell in love with the kitchen.”
Lyn said she was thrilled to be able to tell her siblings who all live interstate that their mum had found a lovely new home with more facilities than most holiday resorts.
“They were amazed to discover Opal by Living Gems has a lovely semi-rural aspect but it is within walking distance of the shops, transport is at the gate and there is a resort bus to take residents on shopping trips and excursions.
“Medical services and a very good hospital are nearby, picturesque Tamborine Mountain is about 10 minutes drive from the resort and it’s less than an hour to Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
“One of the best things about the homes at Opal is the interior finish, it includes almost everything from air conditioning to a washing line.
“Mum’s kitchen appliances were a bit dated but we didn’t have to buy anything except a fridge and a kettle. The oven and cook top, range hood and dishwasher were all included in the price.
“Mum is delighted with her home and has already made new friends. It’s great that pets are welcome and the facilities are fantastic.
“The swimming pool is heated and partly covered, there’s a gym and walking tracks for people who like to keep fit.
“The country club is the social hub, there’s a lovely library, a luxurious cinema and an art and crafts room. There’s always something going on from lawn bowls to carpet bowls, line dancing, tennis and tai chi.
“I was so impressed with Opal by Living Gems that I offered to help the sales staff, in a strange turn of events I have now become the sales manager.
“I now work within a short stroll of my mum’s house, I can keep an eye on her and make sure she’s not living too much of the high life,” Lyn said.
Find out more about Opal by Living Gems at 42 Quinzeh Creek Road Logan Village by calling Lyn on 5547 2333.
