Frequently Asked Questions

Due to high demand, there is currently a waitlist for homes at Beolite Village. Prospective residents can secure a position on the wait list by completing an Expression of Interest Form and lodging a fully-refundable $1,000 deposit. Upon signing of a contract (when a home becomes available) the $1,000 will become part of your 10% deposit.

If your home is not yet built, you will be able to participate in some colour selection options for your home and other minor modifications maybe possible. We will work through these options with you in preparation for building works to start Of course, your furnishings are your own choice.

No. Your Beolite Village lease agreement stipulates the occupant is you, or in the case of a couple, both people are listed as occupants in the contract. Visitors are welcome, but no other person can live in the home on an ongoing basis.

Pets are welcome at Beolite Village, however, they are expected to be under control at all times and not disturb other residents. There is an off leash enclosed dog run area provided. See our Pets Policy for more information.

This means you have the right to live in the property until you pass away, are no longer able to live independently and decide to move to a higher care facility or otherwise decide to move out.

Yes. A lifetime lease provides protection for all residents as per the Retirement Villages Act 1986.

This is most unlikely, however, irrespective of company ownership, your Lease Agreement and the Retirement Villages Act 1986 protect you and your occupancy.

If you have signed a lease as a couple and one person passes away the lease still continues for the remaining resident’s lifetime.

There are 2 costs to be aware of in taking up residency at Beolite Village ... 1. The Incoming Contribution Cost (also called Initial lease Payment) which is the cost of the home. The current price for new build, 2 bedroom as well as 2 bedroom plus study residences, are outlined in the Information Sheet. These prices may change depending on build costs at the time of construction. 2. The Weekly Service and Maintenance Fee This fee is paid on a per calendar month basis and is also documented in the Information Sheet. Further details on both these costs are documented below and can be discussed in detail with the Village Manager.

Residents pay the service and maintenance fee, based on either double occupancy or single occupancy, which is calculated on a weekly basis and is payable monthly. This fee covers Mansfield Shire Council rates, water rates and usage, home insurance (not including contents insurance), personal safety alarm fees, gardening for the common areas around the village and front yards of the homes and operation as well as maintenance of the common area faculties within the Village. The current fees are outlined in the Information Sheet.

Yes. The fee may be increased in accordance with the Retirement Villages Act 1986 and, in general, this will mean annual increases not more than the Consumer Price Index.

When you leave Beolite Village you will receive the balance of your incoming contribution/initial lease payment less the accrued Deferred Management Fee (calculated at 5% per annum of your lease payment, capped at 30% after 6 years), reasonable refurbishment costs and any outstanding Weekly Service and Maintenance Fees.

Your entitlement is paid within 14 days of a replacement resident taking occupancy or after 6 months from the vacate date – whichever is earliest.

At Beolite Village you can enjoy a high standard of living in a secure community setting, with easy access to Mansfield for shopping, entertainment, as well as community, health and emergency services.

Residents are invited to participate in decision-making regarding changes or improvements to general services and maintenance via the Residents Committee.

As provided by the Retirement Villages Act 1986, any disputes will be resolved according to the terms of the Dispute. Resolution Scheme established by Beolite Village.

All homes have double garages, and there is a separate area available for boats, caravans and trailers.

No. As Beolite Village is an independent-living village, there are no medical or nursing services provided on-site. However, residents have ready access to Mansfield's exceptional community, health and emergency services which include the Mansfield District Hospital, Visiting Nursing Service, Victorian Rural Ambulance Service and, of course, meals-on-wheels.

Yes. All residents are provided with a Live Life Personal Mobile Alarm – further details can be found on the Live Life Alarms website.

Beolite Village is an independent-living village and therefore does not provide health or aged care services. If a higher level of health care is required occupancy may be ended in accordance with the lease agreement.

There is a lot to consider when making a decision on whether a move to our retirement village is best for you and you may have more questions than is covered on the website. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to call our Village Manager on (03) 5775 1925 or 0419 092 010. We recommend you make a time to come in for a tour of the Village and to discuss further what the village offers and your specific needs. You are also welcome to bring family members or friends along to this appointment.