Blueheath At The Bower

Blueheath At The Bower, 34 Western Rd, Medowie NSW 2318, Australia

Principle Living is a Hunter-based developer and operator of retirement villages and land lease communities across the Hunter region of NSW. Their established community, Blueheath at Medowie, is a retirement village of up to 112 residences with homes priced from $740,000 to $905,000, featuring a clubhouse, heated indoor pool, bowling green, gym, and an active social calendar. The Hermitage is a masterplanned land lease community for active over-55s in Cessnock, with move-in expected in 2027 and amenities including a golf course, indoor pool, pickleball courts, and wellness gym. Additional communities include The Darcy in Rutherford (160 homes, pre-construction) and The Apperly at Newcastle Golf Club in Fern Bay. All residents have access to MyRetirement services covering concierge support, wellbeing coordination, care navigation, and move-in management.

Site181/2129 Nelson Bay Rd, Williamtown NSW 2318, Australia

Banksia Grove Village is an over-50s land lease lifestyle community located at 2129 Nelson Bay Road, Williamtown NSW, in the coastal Hunter Region near Port Stephens, just outside Newcastle. The village is operated by Hampshire Villages and offers independent living homes with no stamp duty, no exit fees, and no council rates, with pre-loved homes currently listed between $250,000 and $380,000. Residents enjoy a range of on-site facilities including a community centre, swimming pool, tennis court, bowling green, BBQ area, games room, billiards table, and a library exchange. The village is designed for low-maintenance living with a focus on community connection, and is open to anyone over the age of 50 whether working, semi-retired, or fully retired. It is a pet-free community with convenient access to Williamtown Medical Centre (2 minutes) and John Hunter Hospital (25 minutes).

30 Alma St, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324, Australia

This service provides comprehensive in-home care, community nursing, and palliative support for older Australians and individuals with disabilities across Sydney, the Central Coast, and the Hunter Region. The approach is deeply personal, aiming to help people maintain their independence and dignity by receiving care in the comfort of their own homes. Founded by a registered nurse, the service was inspired by a family member's desire to age at home, shaping a culture of compassionate and tailored support. They offer professional nursing care, including complex care needs, delivered by experienced staff directly to clients' residences. The team focuses on empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives, working closely with families and other agencies to ensure well-being.

15 Sturgeon St N, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324, Australia

Raymond Terrace Gardens Care Community is an Opal HealthCare facility located on the Hunter River just north of Newcastle, NSW, set amongst lush tropical gardens with spacious indoor and outdoor living areas. It offers residential aged care, palliative care, dementia care, and respite care, with 24/7 registered nurses providing personalised support. The facility includes a dedicated memory care neighbourhood custom-designed for residents living with dementia. Amenities include a barista café, hairdressing salon, chapel, alfresco dining area with BBQs, and an edible kitchen garden maintained by residents. Customer satisfaction sits at 97.7% from 483 survey responses, with a recommendation score of 4.6 out of 5.

71-74 Tanilba Ave, Tanilba Bay NSW 2319, Australia

This is a smaller, welcoming aged care home in Tanilba Bay, accommodating up to 41 residents, which might appeal to those seeking a more intimate setting. It offers permanent residential care, respite care, and support for people living with dementia. Residents stay in private rooms, each with its own bathroom, and can enjoy views of the bay and bushland. The home provides a range of activities including gardening, light exercise, and bus outings, and has a hair salon and lovely gardens for residents to use. It is operated by Calvary Health Care, an organisation with a long history of providing care.

71 Tanilba Ave, Tanilba Bay NSW 2319, Australia

Tanilba Bay Aged Care is a small residential aged care facility in the coastal township of Tanilba Bay on Port Stephens, north of Newcastle. The home offers a quiet and peaceful environment close to the beautiful waterways and bushland of Port Stephens, one of NSW's most scenic coastal regions. Tanilba Bay Aged Care provides residential and respite care for locals and those seeking a serene coastal lifestyle setting in a close-knit community.