Aveo Edrington Park (Berwick). Heritage-listed gardens and a grand community centre (the former Edrington Mansion) set a peaceful, low-maintenance lifestyle close to Berwick High Street and Wilson Botanic Park. Phone (03) 8080 5402; email via web form; website: Aveo Edrington Park. www.veo.com.au

Keyton Fiddlers Green (Berwick). Leafy, 18-acre village right in Berwick with an active calendar, community centre, café/restaurant, cinema room and bowling greens; independent living plus serviced apartments. Phone 1800 550 550; email via Keyton enquiry form; website: Keyton Fiddlers Green. www.keyton.com.au

Keyton Woodlands Park (Berwick). Village-style living with resort-style amenities and easy access to shops and clubs on Kangan Drive; vibrant, social community. Phone 1800 550 550; email via Keyton enquiry form; website: Keyton Woodlands Park. www.keyton.com.au

mecwacare Berwick Brae Gardens (Berwick). Affordable, pet-friendly units and apartments on nine acres beside Wilson Botanic Park; lively social hub with library, billiards, hairdresser and community gardens. Phone 1800 163 292 or (03) 8573 4888; email enquiries@mecwacare.org.au; website: Berwick Brae Gardens. www.mecwacare.com.au

Berwick Retirement Village (Parkhill Dr, Berwick — Ageing in Place). Boutique village of 2–3 bed villas with community centre, library and onsite care next door; designed for low-maintenance living with 24-hour call system. Phone (03) 9822 9505 or 0405 287 880; email via listing form; www.ageinginplaceretirement.com.au/berwick-retirement-village

Aveo Botanic Gardens (Cranbourne). Close-knit community next to the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne with gym, hair & beauty salon, billiards and regular outings. Phone (03) 8080 5402; email via web form; website: Aveo Botanic Gardens. www.aveo.com.au

Aveo Hunters Green (Cranbourne East). Country-style feel with metropolitan convenience; pool, gym, bowling, community centre and active social program near Cranbourne Park. Phone (03) 8080 5402; email via web form; website: Aveo Hunters Green. www.aveo.com.au

Blue Hills Residences (Cranbourne East). Independent-living village with on-site amenities and open spaces; strong community with regular social activities. Phone (03) 5990 9000; email bluehillsresidences@gmail.com; website: Blue Hills Residences. www.Blue Hills Residences.com.au

Blue Hills Rise (Cranbourne East). Resort-style independent living with 24-hour emergency assistance and lots of communal facilities; friendly, active vibe. Phone (03) 5991 5000; email bluehillsrise@gmail.com; website: Blue Hills Rise. www.Blue Hills Rise.com.au

Casey Grange (Cranbourne West — Bolton Clarke). Modern boutique village of standalone homes with community facilities; tours and sales support available. Phone 1800 998 900 (sales) or (03) 9498 6700 (village office); email manager@caseygrange.com.au; website: Casey Grange. www.Casey Grange Retirement Village.com.au

Summerset Cranbourne North. Newer village with on-site aged care, indoor pool, gym, cinema, bowling green and café; easy to shops and gardens. Phone (03) 7068 5642 (Sales Manager); email cranbourne.sales@summerset.com.au; website: Summerset Cranbourne North. www.summerset.com.au

Levande Selandra Rise (Clyde North). Friendly community with village bus and amenities; book tours with the local sales contact. Phone 1800 72 71 70 / 0456 776 805 (Sara Perry); email sara.perry@levande.com.au; website: Levande Selandra Rise. www.Levande.com.au

Saffron Grove (Hallam — Karidis Retirement Villages). Close-knit 96-home community with indoor pool, spa, gym and BBQ area; transport to Fountain Gate right outside. Phone 1300 796 311 or (03) 8795 7380 (Village Manager); email via web form; website: Saffron Grove. www.karidisretirementvillages.com.au

Aveo Coral Mews (Hampton Park). Welcoming, low-maintenance community opposite Hampton Park Centre with regular social activities and outings. Phone (03) 8080 5402; email via web form; website: Aveo Coral Mews. www.aveo.com.au