Frequently Asked Questions

From parking and security to maintenance and stamp duty, here you'll find answers to some common questions we receive about Little Bay Apartments.

If you need more information we'd be very happy to talk to you. Please call us on 02 8197 6333, contact us online or visit our fully furnished display apartments which are open every day between 11am-4pm, at 12-40 Pine Avenue (just off Anzac Parade), Little Bay.

Does Little Bay Apartments provide parking and storage?

Yes. All apartments feature wardrobes and linen cupboards. Secure, underground parking is provided for residents of Little Bay Apartments. Most apartments have their own car space and some larger apartments have two. There are also a number of visitor parking spaces available. To enter the carpark, residents are provided with a security access key. Some apartments have additional secure storage located adjacent to the allocated car spaces.

Can we have guests stay with us?

Of course! This is your home. Imagine how much fun your grandchildren will have at the beach, just 200 metres away. There is on-site parking for visitors. In addition, Little Bay Apartments features a communal lounge, function room and dining room for the exclusive use of residents and their guests.

What if I go away on holiday?

Little Bay Apartments are perfect for ‘lock and leave' lifestyles. A huge advantage is the ability to travel for as long as you like knowing that your mail is secure and your home is being looked after. St Luke's Apartments prides itself on its security – and your peace of mind is paramount. Secure basement car parking with direct lift access and a 24-hour live-in manager are key features of the community.

What about security?

There are security patrols at night. Each apartment has a security intercom and a video screen that lets you see who is visiting you. There's a manager on site at all times.

Who is responsible for the maintenance within the apartment?

St Luke's Care is responsible for the cost of maintaining appliances and the fixtures and fittings of all homes. If any of the appliances such as the fridge, washing machine, air conditioning, clothes dryer, oven, cooktop or rangehood malfunction, St Luke's will repair or replace any of these items with a similar brand or quality.

The on-site maintenance staff will attend to day-to-day maintenance requests, such as replacing light globes, repairing leaky taps and other minor repair work. Work that falls outside of the scope of St Luke's maintenance people will be dealt with by an appropriately qualified professional tradesperson. This means that only trusted and reputable service technicians will be visiting Little Bay Apartments – ensuring greater security and quality of repair.

What do the monthly fee contributions go towards?

Little Bay Apartments are resident funded and generally fees instead of levies are used to contribute to services such as:

• Reception & 24-hour live-in management
• Gardening and landscaping
• Maintenance of common areas and community facilities
• Provision of a 24-hour emergency call system

Fees are reviewed on an annual basis, as required by the Retirement Villages Act and Regulations. After consultation with the management committee, the fees are then presented to the residents in the form of a proposed budget for residents to approve. Fees vary according to apartment size. They range from $416 to $520 a month

Is there a bus stop nearby?

Yes, there is a public bus stop within 200 metres. Services run every half hour to Circular Quay and Railway Square and the residents of Little Bay Apartments can enjoy the convenience of the Village bus which takes them on excursions of their choosing. Recent trips have included Bondi Junction for shopping and a day trip to Kiama.

Do I have to pay stamp duty?

No. Stamp duty is not chargeable because you enter Little Bay Apartments under a license agreement. See the next question for more information and don't hesitate to contact us if you'd like more information.

Financially is this the same as buying into a strata building?

No, however you have the same benefits, freedom and independence as you would have if you held a title agreement to your apartment, but you actually purchase what is known as a license agreement. This means that there is a deferred management fee payable when you eventually sell your property. This is quite usual with retirement living properties but may be unfamiliar to you. We recommend that you sit down with one of our staff so that they can fully explain this and answer any questions you may have. We also recommend that you seek independent legal advice.

Hairdressing salon

Our onsite hairdressing salon provides an extensive range of services, from cutting and styling to colouring, and is available on Tuesdays from 10am. Appointments can be made by calling Little Bay Apartment's front desk.

Restaurant

Our restaurant is also up-and-running, and our head chef, Mark, and his team are enthusiastically creating new menus in the brand new commercial kitchen.

Other services and facilities

There's broadband access, a library, and much more. Visit our facilities and services page for more information.

Where is the food prepared for residents using the restaurant at Little Bay Apartments?

There is a brand new commercial kitchen on site at Little Bay Apartments, where all meals are freshly produced .