Retire
Enjoy the bay lifestyle
Set between the sparkling waters of Moreton Bay and the convenience of Brisbane, Redlands Coast offers one of Queensland’s most rewarding places to retire. Here, life slows to a gentler pace – shaped by sea breezes, waterfront walks and island views – without sacrificing access to high‑quality healthcare, transport, shopping and essential services.
Whether you’re seeking an active, independent retirement, looking to downsize while staying connected, or planning ahead for long‑term wellbeing and support, Redlands Coast brings together lifestyle, community and confidence in a way few places can.
With direct access to waterways for boating, fishing and conservation areas for easy walking, a strong sense of belonging, modern infrastructure and a wide range of housing and care options, this is a place where retirees can live well today and into the future.
Healthcare close at hand
Confidence and peace of mind come from knowing quality healthcare is close at hand. The Redlands Coast is supported by a strong network of public and private hospitals, GP clinics, specialist services and allied health providers.
This includes Redland Hospital, community health services and a wide range of primary and specialist care options across the region – providing reassurance today and into the future.
Healthcare services
Getting around is easy
Staying connected is easy on Redlands Coast, whether you’re visiting family, attending appointments or enjoying a day out. The region offers:
- Regular rail services connecting Cleveland to Brisbane
- Local bus networks servicing town centres, villages and hospitals
- Ferry services to North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah)
- Well‑maintained road connections across South East Queensland
Many local communities are walkable, with shops, services and recreation close to home.
Transport
Neighbourhoods that make life easy
The Redlands Coast is designed for easy, enjoyable day‑to‑day living. Well‑serviced town centres provide convenient access to supermarkets, cafés, dining, banking, libraries and community facilities.
Retirees benefit from local shopping hubs, essential services close to home and neighbourhoods that support an active, independent lifestyle without the need for long travel.
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A strong sense of belonging
Life on Redlands Coast is shaped by community, connection and lifestyle. Retirees can enjoy:
- Sport and recreation clubs for all ability levels
- Coastal and bushland walking and cycling trails
- Arts, cultural and lifelong learning opportunities
- Community groups, libraries and local events
- Volunteering opportunities across environmental, cultural and social organisations
The region also supports an intergenerational community, allowing retirees to stay close to family, grandchildren and social networks while enjoying a lifestyle tailored to later life.
Lifestyle and community
Retirement living options
Retirement Villages & Over 50s Living
These communities typically offer independent living units (ILUs) or villas for active seniors.
- Prins Willem Alexander Village
- Wellington Manor Retirement Village
- Cleveland Manor Retirement Village
- Aveo Cleveland Heights
- Aveo Cleveland Gardens (Ormiston)
- Ormiston Rise
- Aveo Redlands by the Bay
- Palm Lake Resort Redland Bay
- The Boulevards Redland Bay
- Rennaissance Retirement Living
- Ingenia Lifestyle Sanctuary
- Levande Salford Waters
- Oak Tree Retirement Village
- Adventist Retirement Village
- Bolton Clarke Moreton Shores (Thornlands)
- Ingenia Rentals Redlands Village (Thornlands)
Aged Care Homes & Facilities
These facilities provide high-level support, including 24-hour nursing, dementia care, and respite services.
- BlueCare Nandeebie Aged Care
- Churches of Christ Buckingham Gardens
- Prins Willem Alexander Lodge (MiCare)
- Regis Birkdale
- Sylvan Woods Aged Care (Vacenti)
- Infinite Care Cleveland
- Bolton Clarke Seaton Place
- Redland Residential Care Facility
- Mandalay Retreat
- Marebello
- Estia Health Victoria Point
- Arcare Thornlands
- Finlandia Village (Finncare)
- PresCare Lake Sherrin
- Bolton Clarke CapellaBay
- Wellington Park Private Care
Find a Home
Prefer to buy or build your own home, relocate closer to family, or downsize while staying fully independent?
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What do people who’ve retired here think?
Read about why Donna O'Bryan and her partner retired here:
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