Community Living

Clubhouses and what’s on offer make or break a retirement village sale

Aug 12 2024 Updated August 13, 2024

Ian Horswill

1 min read

The community facilities set retirement villages apart from straight apartment developments.

Keyton CEO Nathan Cockerill opened the new Clubhouse at its Kingfisher Grove retirement village in Jordan Springs, Penrith, 53km west of Sydney's CBD, and said it was an important milestone in the life of the village.

Kingfisher Grove has 51 villas and 36 apartments, with another 103 apartments in the pipeline.

“By the time we are finished building here, Kingfisher Grove will be home to around 220 residents,” Keyton CEO Nathan Cockerill said.

“And all these residents will enjoy access to amazing facilities, including this brand-new Clubhouse complete with indoor heated swimming pool, gym, 42-seat cinema, lounge, pool room, library, outdoor terrace and BBQ area.

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