Retirement Villages in Pakenham
RCA built retirement villages in Pakenham are more than just retirement villages. Main Street and Cardinia Waters retirement villages are communities that feel like a country town, where residents can continue to lead their lives and engage in community-led activities and functions.
Can I have a pet/s at a retirement village in Pakenham?
At both Cardinia Waters Village and Maint Street Village, two Pakenham retirement villages, we understand that pets can be wonderful companions. However, the comfort and safety of our residents are paramount and we, therefore, have a few rules regarding keeping pets in our village. As long as your pet isn't causing a nuisance to other residents or damaging shared amenities, then you are welcome to keep them with you in your retirement unit or apartment. Please speak with our team before signing up to ensure that your pet is permitted and any specific regulations are adhered to.
Can I have guests stay with me at a Pakenham retirement village?
At Cardinia Waters and Main Street retirement villages in Pakenham, we welcome visitors and short-stay guests to join you in your retirement unit or apartment. You cannot sub-lease or let your villa to others but, of course, you can have house guests stay at any time. There are provisions within the terms of your contract with us regarding the length of time that a guest can stay with you. If you are having guests stay for more than two days it is preferable to advise the Village Manager. You must obtain written consent if your guests are staying more than one month, and they are your responsibility while visiting the retirement village in Pakenham. With regard to child guests, they must be under adult supervision at all times and in the company of a resident when using the facilities at the retirement village.
Are care and support services available at retirement villages in Pakenham?
Yes, there are care and support services available at both Cardinia Waters and Main Street retirement villages in Pakenham. Our team can provide you with information on the level of care and support services available to you when you sign up. This could include optional allied health services for ‘fee for service’ if required, as well as 24 hour emergency support services. We also offer social activities for village living designed to help residents stay connected and active within our community.
What are the costs involved in moving into a retirement unit or apartment in Pakenham?
When you move into an RCA built retirement village in Pakenham you will advance us the Ingoing Price in return for the lifetime lease over your retirement unit or apartment. Your sales representative will advise you of the current prices for units or apartments for Cardinia Waters Village or Main Street Village in Pakenham. Because you are ‘buying’ a lifetime lease you will not need to pay stamp duty and title registration fees that are usually payable when you buy freehold title to a property. In addition to the Ingoing Price, you will incur the usual costs when acquiring a home, including:
- Solicitor’s fees;
- Financial advisor’s fees;
- Furniture moving costs
- Utility connections as applicable;
- Any further expenses incurred with the sale of your existing home.
There is also a monthly Service and Maintenance Charge (also referred to as the Levy) that covers the cost of running and maintaining the respective retirement village in Pakenham.
Who holds the responsibility to refurbish my accommodation once I end my occupancy or leave a Pakenham Retirement Village?
It is important to understand and clarify who holds the responsibility for the refurbishment of your accommodation once you end your occupancy or leave a lifestyle village in Pakenham. The terms of your contract with a Pakenham retirement village will determine who is responsible for this. Some contracts may state that it is the responsibility of the resident, while others may specify that it will be the responsibility of the retirement village operator. Make sure to cover this question and plan for any associated expenses before entering into a contractual agreement when purchasing a unit for sale in a retirement village in Pakenham. If you require more information about this topic, please do not hesitate to contact our friendly team today. We look forward to hearing from you!
Does RCA offer resale retirement homes & units in other locations?
Yes, from time to time selected homes become available for sale to new residents at one of our retirement villages. Here are our other locations:
- Retirement Units For Sale near Melbourne
- Retirement Units For Sale in Mornington
- Retirement Units For Sale in Pakenham
- Retirement Units For Sale in Cranbourne
- Retirement Units For Sale Eastern Suburbs
- Retirement Units For Sale in Mt Martha
- Retirement Units For Sale on the Mornington Peninsula
- Retirement Units For Sale in Point Cook
- Retirement Units For Sale in Wyndham
- Retirement Units For Sale in Armstrong Green