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A retirement that actually feels like the chapter you’ve been waiting for — lakeside mornings, a calendar you want to say yes to, and the freedom to live on your terms. Discover resort-style retirement villages within easy reach of Gilston.
Queensland
Subtropical
A snapshot of Gilston.
Gilston, a rural residential locality within the City of Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, boasts a serene environment with a population of 2,669 people as of the 2021 census. Spanning approximately 9.5 square kilometres, the suburb features 11 parks and has its western boundary marked by the Nerang River. Households predominantly consist of couples with children, with a prevalent age group of 30-39 years. Although there is no Palm Lake Resort within Gilston itself, you’ll find Palm Lake Resort Upper Coomera approximately 19.7km away.
Closest 12 min, furthest 26 min
283 sunny days per year
Rail within 12 min
Robina Town Centre, Ashmore Factory Outlets, Firth Park, The Peter Hallinan Mountain Bike Precinct
Palm Lake Resort Upper Coomera.
Palm Lake Resort Upper Coomera is a boutique, master planned lifestyle community for over 50s. Behind secure gates on the Coomera River, residents set their own pace, from tennis and gym sessions to riverside relaxation amid parklike grounds with water and mountain views.
Low-maintenance pre-loved homes pair with first-class amenities, including resort pool, bowling green, tennis court, gym, dance floor, games room, library and bar, plus pet friendly spaces and a BBQ area, creating an easy, connected way of life.
What to expect from life at Palm Lake Resort.
A retirement that doesn’t ask you to slow down — just to show up. Here’s what becomes routine when you make Palm Lake Resort home.
Architecturally Designed Homes
Each residence is crafted for comfort, style, function and flexibility. Open-plan living, soaring ceilings, quality fixtures and ample storage create refined spaces that feel like home from the first step inside. Outdoor patios, internal laundries and contemporary kitchens are standard inclusions, with optional upgrades available for those with a designer’s eye.
Premium Lifestyle Facilities
Life at the resort goes beyond your front door. Every Palm Lake Resort includes exclusive community facilities such as clubhouses, wellness spaces, pools, gyms, bowling greens, creative studios and daily classes. Enjoy yoga at sunrise, live music after dark, or a quiet read in the library lounge, right on site.
A Smart Financial Model
We believe in clear, fair arrangements. With our land lease model, you own your home while leasing the land beneath it. There is no stamp duty and no council rates, and eligible homeowners may access rent assistance from Centrelink, where eligibility applies. It offers a flexible path to rightsize, with predictable costs and fewer headaches when planning ahead.
A Community That Feels Like Home
This is a place built around connection, from walking groups to time in the art studio and a calendar of social events. Palm Lake Resort is known for a supportive community spirit you can feel daily. Make new friends, try new interests and live each day at your own pace with confidence.
Nearby resorts.
Palm Lake Resort Upper Coomera
Palm Lake Resort Banora Point
Palm Lake Resort Tweed River
Why choose Palm Lake Resort for retirement living in Gilston?
Choosing a retirement community is one of the most considered decisions of your life. For four decades, our family-owned resorts have been designed around one idea: your retirement should feel like the chapter you’ve been waiting for — not a compromise.
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Family-owned since 1984
We're not a listed operator answering to shareholders. Every decision — from the cabinetry in your villa to the bands we book on Friday nights — runs through a family who has been doing this for 40+ years.
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Transparent contracts, no surprises
Fixed weekly fees, clear exit terms, and a "no hidden catches" pledge. We'll walk you through the entire retirement village contract in plain English — bring a friend, a solicitor, or both.
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A continuum of care, right here
Independent villa today, home-care support tomorrow, and our on-site Palm Lake Care aged-care communities when life asks for more. You won't have to leave the place — or people — that feel like home.
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Designed for local living
Each village is designed around its climate and community — orientations, materials, landscaping and floor plans tailored to the way people actually live.
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Pet-friendly, grandkid-friendly
Bring the Labrador. Host the grandkids by the pool. Our resorts are designed so that the people (and furry friends) who make your life full are welcomed, not tolerated.
Everything you need,
minutes from Gilston.
Proximity matters — especially as priorities shift. Here’s what sits within easy reach of our resorts near Gilston.
Healthcare
- Highlands Health Centre — 12 min
- Christine Avenue Bulk Billing Medical Centre — 20 min
- Mermaid Central Medical Clinic — 25 min
- Mermaid Beach Medical Centre — 26 min
- Gold Coast University Hospital — 26 min
Shopping
- Shop 4a 71 Railway Street Mudgeeraba — 11 min
- Robina Town Centre — 13 min
- Easy T Centre — 18 min
- Ashmore Factory Outlets — 19 min
- Q Super Centre — 20 min
Transport
- Robina station — 12 min
- Varsity Lakes Station — 15 min
- Nerang — 16 min
- Helensvale — 22 min
Recreation
- Firth Park — 11 min
- The Peter Hallinan Mountain Bike Precinct — 12 min
- Carrara AFL Club — 13 min
- Hinterland Regional Park — 14 min
- Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens — 25 min
What Our Residents Say
Your pathway into
retirement living.
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Request Info
Download a brochure, explore floor plans, and get a feel for the communities that match you.
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Visit A Resort
Tour the amenities, walk the grounds, meet residents. Stay for lunch. Ask anything.
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Choose Your Home
Pick a villa, customise finishes where possible, and review the contract with your advisor.
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Move In, Settle In
Download a brochure, explore floor plans, and get a feel for the communities that match you.
Frequently
asked
questions.
The questions most families ask before making their move into retirement living in Gilston. Can’t find yours? Speak to our team.
What is a land lease community model at Palm Lake Resort?
How does Palm Lake Resort compare to traditional retirement villages?
What kind of lifestyle can I expect at Palm Lake Resort?
Are the homes at Palm Lake Resort truly low-maintenance?
Is Palm Lake Resort pet-friendly?
What facilities are available at Palm Lake Resort communities near?
How does the family-owned legacy benefit residents?
What peace of mind does a gated community offer?
Can adult children research options for their parents at Palm Lake Resort?
What are the steps to move into a Palm Lake Resort home?
Retirement living in
nearby suburbs of Gold Coast.
Explore Palm Lake Resort’s retirement living services across Gold Coast and surrounding regions. Each area page is tailored to the community, amenities and lifestyle of that locale.