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Cardinia Waters Retirement Village

Retirement villageExistingOperator unverified·Pakenham VIC 3810
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

Cardinia Waters is an established retirement village located in Pakenham, Victoria. The village offers a welcoming community environment for over 55s seeking a change of pace.

The village is home to a range of amenities designed to support an active lifestyle, including a bowling green, heated pool, gym facilities, and an on-site hairdresser. Residents also have access to a clubhouse and library, providing spaces for socialising, learning and recreation.

This is an operational retirement village community. For specific details about available residences, pet policies and how the community operates, we recommend contacting the village directly.

The facts

Accommodation type
Retirement village
Development status
Existing
Address
Pakenham VIC 3810
Year built
Operator to confirm
Bedrooms
Operator to confirm
Pet policy
Operator to confirm

Amenities (6)

bowling greenhairdressergympoolclubhouselibrary

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Frequently asked questions

  • What amenities and facilities does Cardinia Waters Retirement Village have?
    Cardinia Waters Retirement Village offers a range of facilities designed for active retirement living. These include a bowling green, gym, pool, library, clubhouse, and an on-site hairdresser. These spaces support both relaxation and social connection among residents.
  • Where is Cardinia Waters Retirement Village located?
    Cardinia Waters Retirement Village is located in Pakenham, Victoria. Pakenham is a growing outer suburb in Melbourne's southeast, known for its family-friendly character and proximity to local parks and shopping centres.
  • What kind of community is Cardinia Waters Retirement Village?
    Cardinia Waters Retirement Village is a retirement village, a residential community designed specifically for people over 55. In a retirement village, residents typically own or lease their own homes while having access to shared facilities and a community of peers with similar life stage interests.

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