Palm Lake Resort Fern Bay
THE BEST IN OVER-50s LIVING. THIS IS YOUR TIME.

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Lifestyle
Exclusive resort-style living
Offering a quality, luxurious lifestyle with endless opportunities to play and explore, Palm Lake Resort Fern Bay is the place to be for those wanting a seachange yet love the benefits of easy access to the city. There are so many benefits of living at the resort – in addition to the quality build, stand-out home designs and the amazing unique natural location. A wide range of social activities can be enjoyed on the resort grounds and within close vicinity of it.
The various interest groups such as the craft group are a place to welcome new friendships among like-minded people with creative talents. The fishing club will provide sought-after mateship and relaxation for keen anglers. The Workshop is a great place for skilled craftsmen to gather, providing an opportunity to share knowledge and learn new skills. For those looking to keep healthy and active, gentle onsite exercise classes will be key. There’s something for everyone at Palm Lake Resort Fern Bay.
Our homes
All homes at our Palm Lake Resort Fern Bay are constructed from quality materials, fixtures and fittings, plus all floor and window coverings are included. Our luxurious kitchens are fitted with European appliances and stone benchtops are included as standard in the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry.
Entertaining is a dream at Fern Bay with open-plan living and dining spaces opening onto generous courtyards, ideal for the outdoor coastal lifestyle that Australians love so dearly. With plenty of windows, vaulted ceilings in some designs, as well as air conditioning and ceiling fans, the climate is easily controlled for your comfort. Whilst our team of gardeners tend to the common areas of the resort, the low maintenance landscaped areas within your privately fenced yard are yours to enjoy. Whether you prefer plenty of pots, lush tropical foliage, or lavish floral displays, each home has a 2000L water tank to collect rainwater for use on the garden as well as the toilets.
Key features
- Country Club
- Pet-friendly resort with off-leash pet area
- Outdoor pool
- Saunas and spas
- Indoor heated pool
- Undercover eight-rink bowling green
- Workshop
- Dance floor and stage
- Library
- BBQ areas
- Tennis courts
- Luxury movie theatre
- Gymnasium
- Art and craft room
- Bars
- Boat ramp
Unique boutique lifestyle community
Living at Palm Lake Resort Fern Bay offers homeowners features that complement their investment and lifestyle.
- Lifestyle features
- Financial features
Lifestyle features
- Independent living
- Secure lock-and-leave lifestyle
- On-site management
- Complimentary activities
- Limited on-site caravan, RV and boat storage
Financial features
- Stamp duty-free
- Owner-occupied living
- Retain your capital gain
- You won’t pay exit fees
- Council rates free
Location
Waterside living
Palm Lake Resort Fern Bay lies adjacent to Fullerton Cove on the mighty Hunter River. This scerene location makes it hard to believe you are actually 25 minutes from the city of Newcastle, offering all the services and facilities you would expect from a major commercial centre. North of the resort, the nearby water wonderland of Port Stephens offers some of Australia’s best whale and dolphin watching in the wild, plus many other natural wonders.
Homeowners and their visiting families can indulge in beach side living. Whether you seek swimming, surfing, boating, four wheel driving or simply time to relax by the ocean, all these activities can be easily enjoyed from your home at Palm Lake Resort Fern Bay. With famous Stockton Beach less than 5 minutes away, it is also the perfect base for fishing enthusiasts to discover the region’s quiet estuaries.
- 8 minutes to Newcastle Airport
- 25 minutes to Newcastle
- 35 minutes to Nelson Bay
- 40 minutes to Fingal Bay
Discover your new lifestyle
More than 48 years of crafting luxury resort lifestyles
Indulge in exclusivity and opulence at Palm Lake Resort Fern Bay – an unrivalled masterpiece crafted with over 48 years of Palm Lake Group’s expertise and knowledge in creating resort-style havens for discerning over-50s. As a proudly Australian and family-owned company, we meticulously curate communities that embody the essence of elegance, excitement, inspiration, and aspiration.
We are passionate about reimagining retirement living, and our commitment to understanding the needs of today’s vibrant generation of over-50s has led us to creating revolutionary and innovative luxury lifestyle resorts across the country.
Palm Lake Resort Fern Bay heralds the dawn of a new era in luxury over-50s resort style living – a true pinnacle of refinement.
Award-winning
Our portfolio of 27 communities across Australia has been richly rewarded, including winning Master Builders Association awards for our resorts, country clubs and display homes.
Consistently exceeding industry standards, we have established ourselves as true leaders in delivering Australia’s best luxury over-50s lifestyle resorts.
Start your journey here
Get in touch with us today to start your luxury resort lifestyle and elevate the best years of your life in style.