We all look forward to retirement. The creation of more time to do what we want, not just a couple of times a year, but daily. Some retirees will want to travel, some will be happy to just stay at home gardening, but whatever you choose; it will be the time to do what you love.
For those who do not wish to spend the time maintaining a home and yard, there is an option that should be considered. The Gulf Island Real Estate Retirement Condos known as the Gabriola Garden Homes is an exceptional quality retirement community, designed exclusively with the housing needs, requirements and expectations of active retirees. The complex offers a carefree lifestyle, but also has a tooled workshop for the woodworkers, outdoor gardeners plot and an activity/party center with full kitchen. The complex is secure with enter-phone system for controlled access, security lights, monitored fire protection and emergency generators for safely and comfort during power outages. Each unit comes complete with full size appliances, including in-suite laundry, a wall thermostat controlled gas fireplace and a garden door off living room to either a covered deck or terrace. The building is wheelchair friendly as well.
This fabulous complex has the advantage of being only 3 blocks to shopping, medical offices, library and the Gabriola-Nanaimo ferry service (which is only a 20 minute crossing to downtown Nanaimo, the hub of Vancouver Island).
It should be clarified that this is not “an old folks home” – the age limitation is 60 years. If you are looking to free up time to “be on the go” and have a “carefree lifestyle” in a beautiful community, give us a call.
There are currently 2 units for sale in Gabriola Garden Homes, both are 1 bedroom plus sleeping den and 2 full baths. Prices are $199,900 and $239,900.