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Lifestyle Merrifield

Over-55 land-lease communityExistingOperator unverified·Aitken Boulevard, Mickleham VIC 3064
This is a land-lease community. Operated under the state Residential (Land Lease) Communities Act. You own the home and pay a weekly site fee for the land. No DMF on exit — you sell the home like any house. Pension rent assistance often applies. How land-lease works →
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About

Unwind amidst the tranquility of Merrifield. Explore scenic trails that weave through rolling countryside, and savor the delights of nearby wineries. Unwind in resort-style comfort and discover a welcoming community.

The facts

Accommodation type
Over-55 land-lease community
Development status
Existing
Address
Aitken Boulevard, Mickleham VIC 3064
Year built
Operator to confirm
Bedrooms
Operator to confirm
Pet policy
Operator to confirm

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Frequently asked questions

  • Where is Lifestyle Merrifield located?
    Lifestyle Merrifield is located at Aitken Boulevard, Mickleham VIC 3064, Australia.
  • What type of community is Lifestyle Merrifield?
    Lifestyle Merrifield is a land-lease (over-55s) community in Mickleham, VIC. In a land-lease community, residents own the home but rent the land beneath it from the operator. There is no deferred management fee — residents pay a weekly site fee instead, and most are eligible for Commonwealth Rent Assistance toward that fee. When leaving, residents keep the proceeds from selling their home.
  • Is Lifestyle Merrifield pet-friendly?
    Pet acceptance isn't listed as an advertised feature for Lifestyle Merrifield. Many over-55s communities do allow pets under their by-laws — contact Lifestyle Merrifield directly to confirm whether pets are permitted and any conditions that apply.
  • What other retirement villages are near Lifestyle Merrifield?
    Lifestyle Merrifield is in Mickleham, VIC. To compare against other options in the area, browse all over-55s villages in Mickleham at /suburb/vic/mickleham-0000, or explore the full Victoria map at /map?state=VIC.
  • How do I contact Lifestyle Merrifield?
    You can reach Lifestyle Merrifield via the following channels: Phone: 1300 358 210. Website: https://www.lifestylecommunities.com.au/retirement-village/merrifield. You can also send an enquiry through this listing page and the village will be notified directly.
  • Who runs Lifestyle Merrifield, and is the information on this page verified?
    Lifestyle Merrifield has not yet been claimed by its operator on over55s.au. The current listing is built from publicly available information. If you own or manage Lifestyle Merrifield, you can claim this listing for free at /operator/claim?listing=49f910da-c16b-4df5-8e9f-1dda4c3ae72b to update details, respond to enquiries, and add photos, pricing and resident-facing FAQs.

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