I first looked into retirement living when I searched the internet for design conscious style and independent living as I'd just turned 55 and I had some health issues and wanted to secure my future... My criteria were: stylish design (for longuevity in the future - my background is the creative arts field), proximity to hospitals (for my health), green walks and parks (for my dog), close to coffee shops & restaurants, shopping centres with a department store (Castle Towers is 10 mins drive away), the city, trains and buses, (Norwest Train Station opens soon and will take you to Martin Place in 45 mins), and topping the list was something with a view (Cranbrook apartments overlook the Castle Hill Country Club Golf Course)! Cranbrook Residences fulfills all this, and more!!! A stylish cinema, a resort-style 'Wellness Centre' (with access to a Physiotherpist, Podiatrist, Beauty salon, and Hairdresser), a gym (with state of the art equipment), an Art Room, (for my art practicing), and a sumptuous Library with reverse cycle air-conditioning with an open fireplace for cosy Winter reading, exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Cranbrook Residences for an Independent Lifestyle, but with health-care when you need it. My future is secure, and in great style! Now I can relax. It's like living in a 6 star resort 365 days of the year! There's a very narrow market for stylish independent living apartments, trust me I looked, and I am so glad I bought into Cranbrook early, before they are sold out. The management team are wonderful, and I have met wonderful like-minded friends. I can be as active in the organised activities, as I like, or as quiet as I like, and I now have a lifestyle close to everything with a beautiful view of the Golf Course!