Live Like Royalty at Palm Lake Resort
Palm Lake Resort offers an oasis of elegance and refined living fit for royalty, as Melanie Rosettenstein discovers.
If King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla had to purchase a holiday home to escape the English winter, Palm Lake Resort in Pelican Waters would be a natural choice. Offering high-end, spacious luxury homes, exceptional security, natural beauty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a strong sense of community, this exclusive over-50s lifestyle resort would ensure they feel right at home – sans the British weather.
Situated alongside the Greg Norman-designed Pelican Waters Golf Course, construction on the resort began in 2021, with the first residents moving in at the end of 2023. Over the past year, these lucky residents have awakened each morning in their immaculate homes to the shimmer of sunlit waters, manicured gardens, pristine landscapes, and abundant bird and animal life – a true paradise for nature lovers.
Reflecting the design aesthetic of the elite international holiday destination Palm Springs in California, the stunning three-bedroom, three-bathroom homes- ranging from 233 sqm to 497 sqm and priced from $2 million – feature distinctive flat roof lines that contrast beautifully with curved feature walls. Three-metre-high ceilings and expansive windows equipped with high-end appliances offer an ultra-luxe appeal. Ascend the curved wooden staircase to the sumptuous bedroom wing or take the lift for added convenience – so smart!
The fittings and fixtures are already top-shelf with homeowners also able to choose upgraded packages from kitchen, laundry and cabinetry upgrades to technology packages – even adding a plunge pool on select homesites. The bedroom wing serves as a veritable sanctuary fit for royalty, complete with an office nook. Should the family visit, the three generous bedrooms, two with ensuite bathrooms, provide ample space for all. The expansive main bedroom offers a peaceful sanctuary with its own lounge, fridge, and optional wet bar upgrade with coffee machine.
In addition to the serenity of lush green fairways and waterways, the jewel in the crown of Palm Lake Resort is undoubtedly the $45 million Springs Country Club. This opulent facility offers a mix of amenities unparalleled in Australia, playing a key role in the holistic wellbeing of residents by providing access to five stunning hubs where they can foster a sense of belonging and connection with a variety of experiences:
Mirador houses the wellness precinct, featuring the exclusive Milon gymnasium, yoga and reformer Pilates studios, a heated indoor pool and spa, his and hers saunas, steam rooms, Vichy showers and private locker room. Sonora serves as the resort’s social heartbeat, perfect for dining, drinks, and dancing with amenities such as a rooftop bar and terrace, piano bar, cocktail lounge, and coffee lounge. El Dorado is the sporting precinct, centred around an undercover championship eight-rink lawn bowls green, alongside tennis and pickleball courts, a four-lane tenpin bowling alley, billiards tables, and more. Mirage offers a Palm Springs-inspired outdoor pool and expansive pool deck complete with a sunken firepit lounge and poolside cabanas. And last but certainly not least, Cerante is the arts and leisure precinct of the Country Club, supporting musicians, artists, and even a luxury cinema.
Pets are welcome and outside the Resort’s secure gates, off-leash Golden Beach is just a short drive away. The convenience of the Bruce Highway and nearby Caloundra, with its shops, restaurants, and medical facilities, are all within easy reach. One of the true luxuries of living at Palm Lake Resort is the knowledge that the friendly on-site team will meticulously maintain the communal areas, including landscaping and facilities, allowing residents to focus on what truly matters – whether that’s taking up a new hobby, spending time with loved ones, making new friends, or simply enjoying the beautiful surroundings.
Oh, and did we mention there’s a bin concierge? Now that’s the royal life!
RESIDENT RAVES
Sandra and John Pool say, “We were initially nervous about moving into a lifestyle community, but we settled in straight away. We think it was all to do with the activities on offer – and the people. There’s always company if you need it – but if you want your privacy as well, you just close your door, and you’ve got it.”
Cathy Bailey says, “Pelican Waters Golf Course was a big plus for us. We feel blessed to have found a place like this at this stage of our lives. It’s as close to perfect for my husband and I, as we could hope for!”
Visit www.palmlakeresort.com.au or call 1800 490 626.
