RetireAustralia has one community in the Toowoomba region, Drayton Villas, located in Harristown at 111 Drayton Road, just 10 minutes from Toowoomba’s CBD.

With 125 homes set across 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, Drayton Villas has been part of the local community for more than 30 years and offers relaxed, independent country-style living with a strong social atmosphere.

Drayton Villas offers 1 and 2-bedroom independent living villas. Each villa is spacious and modern, with secure car parking, age-friendly design features for easy daily living, and a private courtyard with plenty of room for a pet. The single-level layouts are designed for comfort and low-maintenance living.

RetireAustralia villages are not available for rental. Drayton Villas operates under a leasehold model, where you pay an entry contribution for the right to live in your home under a long-term lease.

This provides long-term security of tenure rather than a rental arrangement. The village team can explain how this works and what the financial commitment involves.

At the heart of the village is the Homestead, a light and spacious community centre that serves as the hub for social activities and events. On-site facilities include:

• Heated indoor swimming pool and spa
• Tennis court and lawn bowling green
• Library, outdoor barbecue area and workshop
• The bus stops at the village entrance

The social calendar includes community dinners, musical entertainment, card groups, movie nights and happy hours. Shops and everyday services, including a medical centre, chemist, hairdresser and grocery store, are directly across the road.

Yes, pets are welcome at Drayton Villas. The villas come with private courtyards that offer plenty of space for a pet to enjoy. There may be some guidelines around the types of pets suited to village life, so it’s worth checking with the village team.

Toowoomba is known as the Garden City of Australia, sitting on the rim of the Great Dividing Range with a temperate four-season climate and sweeping views across the Lockyer Valley.

The city has a thriving arts, food and cultural scene, and is famous for its parks, heritage gardens and the annual Carnival of Flowers, one of Australia’s longest-running festivals. Attractions include the Cobb+Co Museum, the Japanese Garden of Peace and a vibrant café and dining precinct.

Drayton Villas is just 10 minutes from the CBD, with shops, medical services and a bus stop right at the village entrance.

You can view available villas at Drayton Villas on the RetireAustralia website and request a quote. Village tours are a great way to see the community and gardens in person before making any decisions. Call 1300 687 738 or contact the village directly through its page on the RetireAustralia website.