Land lease communities gives the freedom to retire well – Halcyon Gables Homebuyer tells us his story

Tony Canavan knows what it takes to set himself up well for retirement. Tony, who has been an accountant for 50 years and still enjoys his work, has recently made the decision to buy into Stockland’s newest over 60’s community, Halcyon Gables in Sydney’s Hills district. 

Tony is focused on making smart decisions for his future, so he can spend time on the things he loves.  

“I’d like to remain active mentally and physically as long as I can; the prospect of older age can be a bit daunting. 
Tony Canavan is a proud homeowner at Halcyon Gables.

“Because of the decisions I’ve made, I can be with my family which is important, as is keeping myself busy, I really enjoy my work,” Tony said. 

Buying a home in the Stockland Halcyon Gables community was an easy choice for Tony as it allows him to maintain his financial freedom. 

Unlike many retirement villages, Deferred Management Fees, also known as Exit Fees, are not charged at Stockland Halcyon Gables, which is a Land Lease Community. 

Halcyon Gables gives homeowners the ability to buy the home they want, in a community that offers an exceptional quality of life. 

Then, if homeowners decide to move on from the community, they can do so with the freedom of knowing they will retain all capital gains made on the sale of the property.   

“I believe most models take a fair chunk of the capital gains upon sale, but the Stockland Halcyon model doesn’t. This gives me the peace of mind that if I have to sell or move, I am not losing any capital gains. I’m looking forward to spending many years in the Gables community given the ease of living it offers,” said Tony. 

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Halcyon Gables facilities. Images are artist's impression. Subject to change.

Tony can return to the area, where he once lived with family, and be close to his daughter who is living in the adjoining Stockland masterplanned community; with the added time to enjoy the independence offered by Halcyon Gables, like having access to quality, world-class facilities, but not needing to maintain it all.  

Buyers into Halcyon Gables select and own their homes, while paying a weekly site fee that allows them access to, shared services like having a community manager and the community bus, and access to facilities like the cinema, pool, spa and fitness centre. 

“It’s great to have no deferred management fees, and the weekly site fees are similar to what I’m paying now in strata levies, so it’s a good deal for me.”  

“The gated community is also attractive to me with the ability to lock up and leave, while knowing the management team, and my trusted neighbours and friends are keeping an eye on things,” Tony said. 

Ken Franklin, Project Director, Stockland Halcyon Gables, said land lease communities are growing in New South Wales as a direct result of demand from home buyers who can see both the lifestyle and financial benefits. 

“Stockland Home Buyers, like Tony, can have confidence buying into a Halcyon community. We know our customers are drawn to all the benefits of community life, but they particularly like that the financial structure is simple and transparent, with no hidden costs.” 

Offering country charm, with all the conveniences of the Hills district, Stockland Halcyon Gables is, just a short drive from Rouse Hill and less than an hour to the picturesque Blue Mountains. 

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Halcyon Gables streetscape and Byron home. Images are artist's impression. Subject to change.