The Hermitage launch event builds strong buyer interest
The Hermitage has officially launched, with close to 100 prospective buyers attending its first event and strong interest already building ahead of the first release of homes coming later this month. The Hermitage has taken an important step towards welcoming its first residents, with Principle Living officially unveiling the community and giving prospective buyers a […]
Andrew Mann puts people at the heart of Principle Living’s connected communities
With a career spanning community care, home support and business growth, Andrew Mann brings a resident-focused perspective to his role as Executive Director at Principle Living, helping shape communities designed around independence, connection and changing needs. Andrew Mann brings extensive experience in community care and home support to his role as Executive Director at Principle […]
Construction set to begin on $200 million over-55s estate at former golf course
A former golf course set for a $200 million over-55s development is one step closer to its first major construction phase. After the completion of civil works in September, Hunter-based property developer Principle Living has appointed Patterson Building Group to construct the 301-home land lease project, The Hermitage, in Cessnock. In-ground services are scheduled to […]
Principle Living appoints Patterson Building Group to start home construction at The Hermitage
Construction of the first homes at The Hermitage is set to begin, marking a major milestone for Principle Living’s new $200 million over 55s community in Cessnock. Patterson Building Group has been appointed to deliver the homes, with in-ground services expected to commence in October and slabs and framing to follow later this year. The […]
Be among the first to discover The Hermitage
Prospective residents are invited to an exclusive Priority Preview of The Hermitage, a new land lease community taking shape in the heart of the Hunter led by Principle Living, with first access to its homes and lifestyle vision via a Priority Buyers Circle. An exciting new land lease community is taking shape in the heart […]
The Hermitage reaches major milestone as construction phase nears
Principle Living has reached a major milestone in the delivery of its new over-55s community, The Hermitage, with local civil engineering company Daracon Group completing Stage 1 civil works earlier this month. The works have established the essential infrastructure for the first 44 villas within the 301-home community. Final asphalt works will be completed this […]
John Stevens and the communities that last
When John Stevens founded the Stevens Group in 1982, he wasn’t simply setting out to build homes. He was laying the foundations for a business built on creating places where people would want to live, work and build their lives. As Founder and Chairman of Stevens Group and Director of Principle Living, Mr Stevens has […]
Sue Mann’s lifelong commitment to care
For more than 40 years, Sue Mann has been helping older Australians live with dignity, independence and choice. As the Founder of Sue Mann Nursing and Community Care and a Director of Principle Living, her career has been defined by a commitment to delivering compassionate, personalised care. Sue’s journey began at Gosford Hospital, where she […]
Top 7 reasons to downsize in your 60s
Turning 60 often brings a shift in perspective. Maybe the family home that once buzzed with activity feels too big to manage, or life has quietly become a little lonelier as friends and family settle into their own routines. Downsizing isn’t just about moving to a smaller house, it’s about creating space for what really […]
It’s time to register your interest in The Hermitage
With construction getting into full swing and the first homes expect to be ready by early 2027, now is the time to register your interest in the Hunter’s newest over 55s community – The Hermitage. This landmark project will see the 37-hectare former Stonebridge Golf Course site brought back to life as a thoughtfully planned […]