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The Retreat - Port Macquarie, operated by Hometown Australia. Nestled in the serene suburb of Port Macquarie in New South Wales, The Retreat is your perfect haven of tranquillity and relaxation, just minutes away from the bustling city centre. Whether you are looking to settle in for the long haul or simply seeking a peaceful weekend getaway, The Retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience and luxury.
Our stylishly furnished and fully equipped villas are designed to help you unwind and rejuvenate in style. Each villa features spacious bedrooms, well-appointed bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen enabling you to whip up your favourite meals with ease. You can also choose from a range of exciting recreational activities including swimming, biking, and hiking in our lush, expansive gardens and nature trails.
At The Retreat, we strive to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where you can relax and soak in the best of Port Macquarie's laid-back lifestyle. You can also enjoy our wonderful communal facilities, such as our swimming pool, fitness centre, and barbecue area, for that little extra touch of luxury.
Come and experience the magic of The Retreat's inviting and relaxing community today. Our dedicated team looks forward to welcoming you to your new home.
Last updated: June 2026
Reviewed by Villages.com.au team
Hometown Australia operates over 50s land lease and lifestyle communities across Queensland, New South Wales and South Australia. This guide explains Hometown Australia locations, home ownership, site fees, lifestyle amenities and key considerations, helping you compare Hometown Australia communities on villages.com.au and decide whether land lease living suits your retirement plans.
Hometown Australia is an over 50s lifestyle community operator focused on land lease living, community facilities and low-maintenance homes for downsizers and retirees.
The operator builds on the experience of Hometown America, which villages.com.au describes as one of the largest owners and operators of land lease communities in the United States.
Hometown in Australia is home to approximately 12,000 residents in over 60 communities.
Hometown Australia promotes active lifestyle communities with quality amenities, professional management, resident involvement and well-maintained living environments.
Hometown Australia communities listed on villages.com.au are concentrated in Queensland and New South Wales, with South Australia also listed on the operator website as a community search category.
Many communities are in coastal, regional and outer-metro locations, which may suit people looking to downsize while staying close to beaches, shopping, transport or familiar local areas.
State | Example Locations | Living Options |
QLD | Coombabah, Greenbank, Sandstone Point, Bli Bli, Maroochydore, Bethania, Redbank, Tingalpa | Over 50s land lease and lifestyle communities |
NSW | Grafton, Lakewood, Yamba, Anna Bay, Redhead, Penrith, Port Macquarie, Windang, Tweed Heads West | Land lease communities and retirement-style lifestyle communities |
SA | Selected Hometown Australia lifestyle community locations | Over 50s lifestyle communities |
Always check individual listings on villages.com.au, as availability, pricing, dwelling numbers and community features vary by location.
Hometown Australia mainly offers land lease communities for people aged over 50.
In a land lease community, residents generally own their home while leasing the land or site it sits on, rather than buying the land itself.
Living Option | Best For | Notes |
Land lease homes | Over 50s buyers who want to own a home but lease the site | Common Hometown Australia model |
Lifestyle community homes | Retirees and downsizers wanting low-maintenance living with shared amenities | Often positioned around active community living |
Manufactured community park homes | People comparing affordable downsizing options in established communities | Terminology varies by listing and state |
Hometown Australia should not be described as a residential aged care provider. Its communities are lifestyle and land lease communities, not aged care homes.
The cost of living in a Hometown Australia community depends on the home, location, site agreement, fees and availability.
Some villages.com.au listings show home prices, while others are marked price on application. Current prices should be checked on the individual listing before publishing or enquiring.
Cost Type | What It Means | What to Check |
Home purchase price | The upfront cost to buy the home | Current listing price, home size and inclusions |
Site or weekly fees | Regular payments for leasing the land/site and community services | Amount, inclusions and future increases |
Utilities and personal costs | Power, water, insurance or other household costs | Which costs are separate from site fees |
Exit and resale terms | Rules when selling or leaving the community | Resale process, capital gains and contract terms |
Hometown Australia promotes land lease benefits including no stamp duty, retaining capital gains, no exit fees and no council fees, but buyers should confirm the exact terms in the contract and seek independent advice.
Hometown Australia communities are designed for people who want an active, social and low-maintenance lifestyle.
Amenities vary by community, but villages.com.au listings mention features such as on-site managers, resident committees, village buses, cafes, unlicensed bars, CCTV security, community TV, vegetable gardens, high-speed broadband, storage for boats or caravans and walking access to shops or transport.
Over 50s community environment
Low-maintenance homes
Community amenities and social activities
On-site management in selected communities
Resident committees in selected communities
Boat or caravan storage in selected communities
Access to shops or transport in selected locations
Because facilities differ by community, please compare the specific Hometown Australia listing rather than assuming every location has the same amenities.
Pros | Considerations |
Clear over 50s lifestyle and land lease focus | Land lease contracts should be reviewed carefully |
Communities across QLD, NSW and SA | Availability and pricing vary by location |
Potential land lease benefits such as no stamp duty or exit fees | Benefits depend on contract terms and personal circumstances |
Lifestyle amenities and community facilities | Not a residential aged care option |
May appeal to downsizers wanting lower-maintenance living | Site fees and ongoing costs need to be understood before purchase |
Hometown Australia is most relevant to those comparing over 50s land lease and lifestyle community operators rather than traditional retirement village operators.
Operator | Main Focus | Locations | Best For |
Hometown Australia | Over 50s land lease and lifestyle communities | QLD, NSW and SA | Downsizers wanting land lease living with active community amenities |
Use this comparison as a starting point only. Costs, contracts, site fees, amenities and resale conditions should be checked community by community.
Hometown Australia may be suitable if you:
Are aged over 50 and want a lifestyle community
Prefer a land lease model rather than a traditional retirement village contract
Want to own your home while leasing the land/site
Are comparing communities in Queensland, New South Wales or South Australia
Want amenities, social connection and lower-maintenance living
Hometown Australia may be less suitable if you:
Need residential aged care or clinical support
Want to own both the home and the land
Prefer a traditional retirement village contract
Do not want ongoing site or land lease fees
To compare Hometown Australia communities, browse Hometown Australia listings on villages.com.au and open the individual community pages that match your preferred location.
Check current availability, home price, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, site fees, community amenities, storage options, public transport access and enquiry options. You can also contact Hometown Australia directly to ask about tours, contracts and current homes for sale.
View all villages and aged care facilities of Hometown Australia
Retirement Village, Pay TV, High-speed broadband
Retirement Village, Storage for boat / caravans, High-speed broadband
Manufactured Community Park, On-site manager
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