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| Number of Dwellings | 440 |
|---|---|
| Type of Dwellings |
Low-Rise Development |
| Year Established | 2009 |
| Minimum Dwelling Price | $420,000.00 |
| Maximum Dwelling Price | $750,000.00 |
Located in the heart of the Gold Coast, Seachange Arundel is an award-winning community that embodies our philosophy of nurturing the mind, body, and soul.
Seachange Arundel stands out as the pioneering model for active adult community living in Australia, proudly developed by Pradella. Recognized and acclaimed by esteemed organizations like HIA, Master Builders, and the Urban Development Institute of Australia, it continues to set the standard for luxurious resort-style living.
Mind: To stimulate the mind, we have integrated a library, arts and craft studio, and workshop, providing our residents with opportunities to further develop their life skills and pursue their hobbies.
Body: To promote physical well-being, we have incorporated top-notch sporting facilities, including a flood-lit tennis court and a gym, encouraging our residents to stay fit and vibrant.
Soul: To nurture the soul, we have created inviting spaces where friends can gather and groups can meet, such as meeting rooms and a dining area with a stage and dance floor, fostering a strong sense of community and connection.
Reviewed by: Villages.com.au Editorial Team
Last Updated: July 2026
Seachange Lifestyle Resorts Australia develops premium over-50s lifestyle resorts in South East Queensland using the land lease model. Now owned and operated by Ingenia Lifestyle, Seachange communities combine architect-designed homes with resort-style facilities, providing an independent, low-maintenance lifestyle for active downsizers.
Seachange Lifestyle Resorts was established in 2008 with the vision of creating premium over-50s communities that focus on lifestyle rather than traditional retirement living. In 2021, Seachange became part of Ingenia Lifestyle, bringing together Seachange's award-winning communities with one of Australia's largest lifestyle community operators.
Unlike a traditional retirement village, Seachange communities operate under the land lease model. Residents purchase their home while leasing the land beneath it, allowing them to enjoy home ownership without many of the costs associated with conventional property ownership.
Feature | Details |
Operator | Seachange Lifestyle Resorts Australia |
Parent Company | Ingenia Lifestyle |
Ownership | Ingenia Communities Group (ASX: INA) |
Lifestyle Resorts | ✓ |
Land Lease Communities | ✓ |
Retirement Villages | Land lease model |
Residential Aged Care | ✗ |
Home Care | ✗ |
Operating Area | South East Queensland |
Many people choose Seachange because it offers the feel of a private residential resort rather than a conventional retirement village.
The communities feature architect-designed homes, secure gated environments and extensive recreational facilities centred around a modern Country Club. These shared spaces make it easy to stay active, meet neighbours and build lasting friendships while maintaining the privacy of your own home.
Another attraction is the land lease model, which removes several of the financial costs associated with buying a traditional home. Residents own their home but lease the land, meaning there is generally no stamp duty on the home purchase and no deferred management fees common in many retirement villages.
Seachange Lifestyle Resorts are designed for active people aged 50 and over seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle.
Homes are modern, energy-efficient and architecturally designed, with a range of floor plans to suit different lifestyles. Communities are master planned around premium shared facilities including swimming pools, gyms, bowling greens, cinemas, wellness spaces, lounges and recreational areas, although facilities vary between resorts.
Because Seachange operates under a land lease model rather than retirement village legislation, buyers should understand how ownership, site agreements and ongoing fees differ before making a purchase.
Seachange Lifestyle Resorts does not provide residential aged care or home care services.
The communities are designed for independent living, with residents arranging external support services if required. People considering a move should think about how future care needs may be managed should their circumstances change.
Service | Available |
Lifestyle Resorts | ✓ |
Land Lease Communities | ✓ |
Independent Living | ✓ |
Residential Aged Care | ✗ |
Home Care | ✗ |
Resort Facilities | ✓ |
Seachange Lifestyle Resorts currently operates premium over-50s communities across South East Queensland.
State | Community Locations |
Queensland |
Seachange has built its reputation around boutique resort-style communities that combine contemporary home design with extensive lifestyle facilities.
Rather than focusing on care services, the communities are designed to support active, independent living. Clubhouses, wellness facilities, landscaped gardens and social activities encourage residents to make the most of retirement while enjoying the security of a professionally managed neighbourhood.
The operator has also received multiple Queensland industry awards for seniors' living developments, reflecting its emphasis on design, construction quality and community planning.
Accommodation consists primarily of architect-designed detached homes.
Depending on the resort, buyers can choose from a range of two and three-bedroom homes with open-plan layouts, contemporary kitchens, outdoor entertaining areas and low-maintenance landscaping. Home designs, inclusions and availability differ between communities.
Seachange Lifestyle Resorts operates under a land lease model rather than a traditional retirement village model.
Residents purchase their home and pay an ongoing site fee for the land and community facilities. There are generally no deferred management fees, and many buyers also benefit from not paying stamp duty on the home purchase, although financial arrangements differ from state to state.
Before purchasing, prospective residents should carefully review the site agreement, disclosure documents and ongoing site fees, and obtain independent legal and financial advice.
Seachange Lifestyle Resorts may suit people who:
Want an active over-50s lifestyle community.
Prefer the land lease model over a traditional retirement village.
Value resort-style facilities and social opportunities.
Want a modern, low-maintenance home.
Do not currently require aged care or ongoing personal care services.
Before enquiring with Seachange Lifestyle Resorts, consider:
Whether the land lease model suits your financial circumstances.
Ongoing site fees and how they are reviewed.
Community facilities available at your preferred resort.
Home designs and available floor plans.
Access to shopping, healthcare and public transport.
How future care needs would be managed through external providers if required.
Understanding the differences between land lease communities and retirement villages will help you choose the housing model that best suits your retirement plans.
If you're considering Seachange Lifestyle Resorts, begin by exploring the resort that best suits your preferred location and lifestyle.
Request current pricing, available homes, site agreements, disclosure documents and information about ongoing fees. A personal tour is an excellent opportunity to inspect the homes, experience the Country Club facilities and ask questions about the land lease model before making a decision.
View all villages and aged care facilities of Seachange Lifestyle Resorts Australia
Over 55s Development, Retirement Village, Manufactured Community Park
Over 55s Development, Retirement Village, Manufactured Community Park
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