General Enquiries (08) 9592 5470
Sales Enquiries - Kim Yaxley 0414 772 977
FAQs
Springfields Village is an over 55's resort-style development, purpose built for your complete comfort and satisfaction.
Set in a prime location, Rockingham offers a lifestyle like no other. With so much to do, yet so close to your family and friends in Perth and the South West.
Staff are on site during business hours and regular after hours security patrols provide complete peace of mind.
Anyone who can live independently and is over 55 years of age can live in a retirement village, whether you are retired or still working.
The costs payable by the resident to enter Springfields are limited to:
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The entry price of your chosen villa or apartment.
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An administration fee to cover the cost of processing the Residence Contract, preparing statements and completing settlement.
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The cost of connecting to all of your desired utilities including gas, electricity, telephone and internet.
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Yes you can, but these changes must first be approved by the Village Manager to ensure the relevant building standards and regulations are met.
When leaving, you pay what's commonly referred to as an 'Exit Fee' or 'Deferred Payment'. This is based on a percentage of the resale value of your apartment or villa when you leave, and is based on how long you live in the Village.
Yes you can, this is your home. Friends and family are welcome to stay with you on a ‘short stay’ basis.
Other residents appreciate knowing their neighbours, so in the interest of maintaining harmony within the village we ask that you let the Village Manager know when you will have guests staying.
Apartments and villas are allocated car parking which will be specified in your Residence Contract. Visitor car is limited to parking outside the village.
Yes, Springfields provides caravan and boat parking facilities, which are subject to availability and require a small monthly fee.
Pets are welcome at Springfields. We do require written approval in each instance; however, this is not to be unreasonably withheld.
Like most Retirement Village operators, Springfields Village has what is referred to as a 'recurrent charge'. This weekly fee broadly covers building insurance, village administration, water consumption, security and maintenance of common village facilities.
All buildings in our Village are covered by a comprehensive insurance policy which is paid for as part of your weekly fees. You will however need your own Contents Insurance.
Yes, you must keep your villa or apartment and its fixtures and fittings in good tenantable repair, fair wear and tear accepted.
Yes you can. In fact this is the most common condition applied against the sale of a Springfields Village home.
Yes.
Retirement villages can only be accessed by people fully capable of living independently, whereas aged care is a completely separate industry that helps support elderly people with high care needs.
Yes, all the villas and apartments have a 24 hour emergency call system linked to emergency services who are able to access all areas within the Village.
All complaints should be directed to the Village Manager, who will address your concern as soon as possible. As a resident, you also have the option of raising any concerns through the Residents' Committee.
Kim Yaxley can explain the different types of properties at Springfields Village and which might be the best fit for your budget. Kim also offers tours to view the properties, facilities and community in person. You can reach her on 0414 772 977 - use the phone link at the top of the page to call her directly from your mobile.
