Leading over-50s’ community provider Lincoln Place is renowned for creating vibrant communities to enhance lifestyle appeal and social connections. At its Officer Lifestyle Estate, the wellness centre adds another dimension to amenities, helping residents recover faster after surgery.
The master planned land lease community in Melbourne’s outer southeast provides a range of modern on-site wellness and exercise facilities, including a gym, heated indoor pool, spa and infrared sauna.
Resident Betty Sorrell moved to Officer Lifestyle Estate three years ago and credits the wellness centre with her rapid recovery after knee replacement surgery in February.
“The heated pool was perfect for my recovery needs,” Mrs Sorrell said. “Exercising in water allowed me to build muscle strength without putting pressure on my knee. By the time I left hospital and rehab, I was able to bend my knee more than my surgeon had expected. Once home, I could continue my recovery in the gym and pool.
“It can take a year to fully recover for someone my age, but I have almost regained full flexibility after only six months.’’
Mrs Sorrell said access to on-site facilities was crucial in her rehabilitation journey. “I wasn’t able to drive post-surgery to get to a gym or pool, but I could follow the physio recovery program in the wellness centre that’s almost across the road from my home.
“There are several others in the estate who also use the centre for recovery. It makes such a difference when it’s right here within our gated community.’’
Beyond her successful recovery and a goal to join the fitness circuit classes in the gym, Mrs Sorrell enjoys an active social life at Officer Lifestyle Estate. “I’ve made many wonderful friends among my neighbours. Between movie nights in the cinema, social functions, Friday Happy Hour, and themed events like Mexican or fish and chip nights, there’s always something happening,” she said.
Community Manager, Elle Brown, said Officer Lifestyle Estate sets a strong example of how modern downsizer living can combine health, social connections and easy living.
“Residents are thriving and truly living life to the fullest,’’ Ms Brown said. “The Lodge, which includes the wellness centre, is a hub of activity with its therapies area, gym and pool, and the adjoining facilities including a dining room, lounge, cinema, bar, bowling green and pickleball court.
“It’s about giving residents every opportunity to maintain their wellbeing and enjoy the lifestyle they’ve worked hard for.”
Under the land lease model, residents retain full ownership of their home and any capital gains, while leasing the land. There’s no stamp duty, no body-corporate fees, and no council rates. The only ongoing cost is a weekly site rental fee for the land that also covers the maintenance of the community and the extensive lifestyle amenities.
The final release of homes are now under construction and selling from $540,000, providing the last chance to secure a new home in the sought-after estate.
Located 48km from Melbourne CBD at 34 McMullen Road, Officer Lifestyle Estate offers downsizers connectivity and convenience with major retail, services and public transport connections.
To tour the community or for more information call 0455 245 438 or visit lincolnplace.com.au
