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Broadwater Gardens

Retirement villageExistingOperator unverified·Port Macquarie NSW 2444
This is a retirement village. Operated under the state Retirement Villages Act. Residents typically hold a long-term lease or loan-licence — you don't own the unit outright. A Deferred Management Fee (DMF) usually applies on exit (commonly 25–35% over 5–10 years). How DMF works →
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About

Broadwater Gardens is an established retirement village positioned on the Hastings River waterfront in Port Macquarie, offering residents a peaceful setting with natural water views and gardens.

The village provides modern riverside apartments alongside two and three-bedroom homes, each with private outdoor entertaining spaces. The waterfront location enhances the lifestyle appeal of the community.

This is an operational retirement village designed for over 55s. Prospective residents are encouraged to contact the village directly for current information about availability and any specific requirements.

The facts

Accommodation type
Retirement village
Development status
Existing
Address
Port Macquarie NSW 2444
Year built
Operator to confirm
Bedrooms
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Pet policy
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Amenities (4)

Hastings River waterfronttwo and three-bedroom homesprivate outdoor entertainingmodern riverside apartments

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Frequently asked questions

  • What amenities and facilities does Broadwater Gardens have?
    Broadwater Gardens offers modern riverside apartments and two and three-bedroom homes, all set along the Hastings River waterfront. Residents enjoy private outdoor entertaining spaces, taking advantage of the riverside location and waterfront views that characterise the village.
  • Where is Broadwater Gardens located?
    Broadwater Gardens is situated in Port Macquarie, New South Wales, on the Mid North Coast. Port Macquarie is known for its coastal lifestyle, beautiful beaches, and the scenic Hastings River area where the village is positioned.
  • What kind of community is Broadwater Gardens?
    Broadwater Gardens is a retirement village designed for over-55s seeking independent living in a community setting. Residents in retirement villages typically own or lease their own homes while enjoying shared facilities and a neighbourhood of peers in a similar life stage.

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