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Discover the tranquillity and warmth of Levande Maybrook, a premier retirement destination nestled in the peaceful suburb of Cromer, on Sydney's Northern Beaches. Embrace an independent and relaxed lifestyle surrounded by breathtaking bushland, while enjoying the camaraderie of a friendly and vibrant community.
This provider offers retirement living.
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Pros. Levande Maybrook Retirement Village in Cromer NSW is situated in a beautiful, tranquil location overlooking the bush. The Village comprises of separate, individual buildings, the Grange (at the top of the road), the Manor (the main building block) and the Grove behind and below the other two. Maybrook Retirement Village is a very safe, secure place in which to live in retirement. The communal spirit, friendliness, and hospitality of the residents is excellent. Cons The Monthly Recurring Fee (Levy for Services) that Residents pay at Maybrook is an unethical extraction of Maybrook Residents assets as every year the Operator Levande proposes increases by sometimes up to treble the Sydney CPI. (Consumer Price Index) For instance, this year the proposed increase is 10.42%. Sydney CPI is currently 4.4%.This fee pays for services, gardening and cleaning and ongoing building/unit maintenance this fee is not good value for money as the cleaning, gardening is substandard and maintenance is a disappointingly slow process and is certainly not value for the Monthly Recurring Fee (Levy for Services) For example, the proposed increase this year includes an extra four hours per week for the grounds and gardens contractor, which the Residents Committee does not support. There is evidence that the gardening contractor is not meeting the terms of the current contract, so the Operator cannot justify the additional $12,000. This amount accounts for about 1.4% of the total levy increase. The Residents Committee has an extremely difficult task every year in negotiating with the Operator on behalf of the Residents an increase amount that’s fair and reasonable, but it is seldom achieved and some Residents are now experiencing financial difficulties with the recent higher cost of living, this proposed increase will only exacerbate their financial difficulties. In conclusion. We have lived in our one-bedroom unit since November 2015, when our Monthly Recurring Fee was $535.00. At that time, maintenance, cleaning, and gardening were conducted to an acceptable standard, and we had no concerns about these services. Our Monthly Recurring Fees for services have increased to $1017.00 that, in our view, are substandard, especially cleaning and gardening. While this may not be unlawful, we believe it is unfair and unethical. David Marshall Levande Maybrook Resident.
Rated 4 out of 5.
We moved here 6 months ago after 50 yrs in same home. Both of us a very happy with our decision. Beautiful bush outlook with lots of bird calls to be heard. Wonderful sunsets from balcony. Still not very far away from family, the beach and great cafes nearby. Public Bus at the door and village bus twice a week very handy. Indoor heated pool has been very beneficial in maintaining physical well being. Great neighbours ready to help out if needed, Staff went out of their way to help us settle in to our new home.
Six years ago I decided to move back to Sydney and the Northern Beaches was close to family and friends. Maybrook ticked all the boxes for me: a quiet street, a bush view, a bus at the door, I could bring my cat, close enough for beach walks and all with a spacious apartment within my price range. The friendly, hard working staff create a safe and pleasant place to live. I am very happy I chose to live at Maybrook.
I have lived at Maybrook for the last four years. We have wonderful staff and the residents are very friendly. The units are very comfortable, and the village is surrounded by an amazing variety of bird life. We have a bus right at the door to Warringah Mall and it is a fifteen minute drive to Dee Why. Maybrook is surrounded by beautiful gardens, I moved here from interstate and have been made very welcome.
My wife and I moved to Maybrook five years ago and we have a lovely apartment with stunning views of the bush. The Levande staff are excellent and we enjoy socialising with other residents. The local shops are only a five minute walk: The Odd Mug Cafe, baker, hairdresser, minimarket and pizzeria. A fifteen minute drive gets us to a number of lovely beaches and the 178 bus to DeeWhy and Warringah Mall terminates at Maybrook. We really enjoy the village and its location.
Rated 3 out of 5.
I've been living at Maybrook Village now for 3 years. The Village has everything I was looking for when I retired. A great location, not far from the beaches, not too close to highways and main roads but close enough to local shops and cafes plus a lovely maintained garden and bush land surrounding the Village with plenty of bird life. I could have my dog with me which was a must for me in finding the right place to live. All of this at a very reasonable price! I highly recommend Maybrook Village for anyone looking for a similar lifestyle to me and a safe and secure environment.
Amazing Location set amongst bush land. Looks like a lovely place to live
The lift didn't work for weeks ,Oldies had to use the stairs.
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