Let’s Talk Life Right Levies at Oasis Life

In traditional retirement villages and property complexes, monthly levies can feel like a mystery, and a grudge payment. You pay — but it’s not always clear what for. You’re still responsible for maintenance, and you’re still coordinating your own services, still navigating the admin of daily life. And often, you’re hit with an extra special levy for urgent maintenance that your complex’s body corporate hasn’t foreseen and budgeted for. 

At Oasis Life, we believe levies should work harder. Not just to maintain buildings, but to unlock quality of life. We’ve reimagined retirement levies with another goal in mind: freedom. Freedom from admin. Freedom from uncertainty. And the freedom to enjoy luxury retirement living in a retirement village in Cape Town that delivers exceptional service, security, and support. 

Levies With Purpose: Designed for Peace of Mind

Rabie has been shaping standout communities in Cape Town for over 40 years — and their ongoing backing of Oasis Life is about more than bricks and mortar. It’s a commitment to future-proofing the lifestyle residents enjoy today, and will rely on tomorrow.

With retirement now often starting at 60 and many people living well into their 80s and 90s, it’s not a short season — it’s a significant life phase. That makes your choice of retirement model — and the long-term commitment of the developer behind it — more important than ever.

Unlike many sectional title retirement schemes — where the developer steps away after the last unit is sold and control shifts entirely to a body corporate — Rabie stays in. Their team works closely with Oasis Life’s management to evolve each estate over time, ensuring it continues to meet residents’ changing needs. Whether it’s introducing new wellness and healthcare services or expanding social spaces, the focus is always on keeping life comfortable, connected, and easy to enjoy.

This hands-on, forward-thinking approach works because our interests are aligned — the developer, management team, and residential community are all invested in the same outcome: a well-run estate, thoughtfully maintained, that delivers consistent value over time.

Under the Life Right model, that value looks like this:

• – No VAT or transfer duty, and only minimal legal fees
• – Predictable levies, with no special levies or surprise costs
• – Full protection under the Retired Persons Act
• – Ongoing involvement from a developer with real skin in the game

At Oasis Life, you’re not just buying a home — you’re choosing a resident-centric lifestyle model designed to offer comfort now and confidence in the future.

✔️ Levies at Oasis Life are reviewed once a year and adjusted fairly — either in line with inflation or by a minimum of 6%, whichever is higher
✔️ This protects both your budget and the premium lifestyle you’ve signed up for — with no surprise painting bills, no emergency repair funds, and no DIY pressure

As Rob, a resident at Oasis Life Constantia, puts it: “People say you’re mad to go with a Life Rights retirement, because there’s no capital growth… but you’re swapping capital appreciation for an investment in lifestyle security and peace of mind.”

The levies attached to a Life Right Agreement with Oasis Life support everything from professional estate management to curated lifestyle services — all tailored to help you enjoy your retirement with ease.

Why the Maths Matters More Than Ever

Retirement today can span 25 to 30 years or more — and with that comes a shift in what really matters. The goal isn’t just affordability. It’s predictability, security, and knowing that someone else is handling the hard stuff.

Instead of managing separate bills for:

• – Private security patrols
• – Emergency medical response and nurse access
• – Building insurance and external maintenance
• – Municipal liaison and precinct levies
• – Garden services and landscaping
• – Gym memberships and fitness classes
• – Hobbies and clubs
• – Clubhouse use and social events

…your monthly Oasis Life levy covers it all. Professionally managed. Transparently communicated. And designed to serve your lifestyle — not complicate it.

As one resident commented on Oasis Life’s Facebook page: 

“Living in a Life Right retirement development really takes away all the problems you would need to sort out living in a normal property complex. My levy covers far more than I could arrange on my own — and it’s so much simpler. I wouldn’t go back.”

It’s this consolidated model that allows residents to enjoy more freedom, with less admin — and often less overall expense than managing everything individually.

And when the time comes to move on, your capital is returned (less a standard remarketing fee and any outstanding costs). No property sales drama, no pressure on your family, no uncertainty.

What Your Monthly Levy Covers at Oasis Life Retirement Estates

At Oasis Life, monthly levies vary based on a home’s size, and  include:

• – 24/7 manned security, electrified fencing, and gatehouse access control for complete peace of mind.
• – Emergency medical response with EQiGate wrist panic buttons linked to a 24/7 call centre and ambulance service.
• – On-site primary healthcare support, including a Nursing Sister during business hours and a 24/7 nurse on call.
• – Exterior home maintenance — including repainting, gutter clearing, and roof upkeep.
• – Building insurance, including burst geysers and structural cover.
• – Garden services and indigenous landscaping.
• – Access to a boutique gym, indoor heated aerobics pool, and safe, private walking trails across our pet-friendly estates.
• – Group fitness classes, from pilates and tai chi to aqua aerobics and chair movement therapy.
• – Rotating activity calendar, including wine tastings, creative workshops, quiz nights, bingo, art classes, crafting workshops, and guest talks.
• – Full use of the Clubhouse: restaurant, bar, deli, games room, library, and communal braai spaces, surrounded by indigenous green open spaces.
• – Monthly food & beverage credit to enjoy at the Clubhouse.
• – Cleaning of all communal areas, roads, and refuse removal.
• – Precinct levy contributions that cover shared infrastructure, CCTV monitoring, and broader estate upkeep.

“It’s beautiful,” says Adele at Oasis Life Constantia. “And it’s not my responsibility anymore. That’s the gift.” 

Keep the Lifestyle You’ve Earned — Not the Admin

Moving to a luxury retirement estate isn’t just about comfort. It’s about reducing your cognitive load. Managing fewer things. Having less to organise — and more time to enjoy the life you’ve built. 

At Oasis Life, you can keep the lifestyle you’ve earned, with ease. Adele adds, “There’s no admin. I used to run the household, and when something went wrong, it was my problem. Now, it’s not.”

No separate contractors. No arguments with insurers. No service delays. Just one centralised estate management team handling it all for you — with hands-on care, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Not Just a Monthly Cost — A Value Proposition

The monthly cost of levies at Oasis Life often replaces — or reduces — what residents were already paying in a traditional home.

It’s worth comparing your current costs – both financial and in terms of admin and time – line by line:

• – Private alarm monitoring and armed response?
• – Building insurance, garden services, and exterior maintenance?
• – Gym memberships, fitness and other class subscriptions?
• – Occasional nursing support or quick access to emergency medical services?
• – Venue hire or club and social activity fees?
• – Liaison with the city municipality for rates or meter issues?

Many of our residents report spending less — and getting far more value in return, with far fewer headaches and admin. 

“Many of our friends are keen to join us here,” says Wessel at Clara Anna Fontein. “It’s worth thinking about your lifestyle and trading in the hassle of maintaining a house and the stress of selling.”

A Retirement Village in Cape Town That Feels Like Home

“This isn’t a retirement village — it’s a lifestyle,” says John, a resident at Constantia. Adele, of John’s neighbours, confirms, “It doesn’t feel like a retirement village. There’s a sense of style — and freedom.”

And that’s what Oasis Life is known for: delivering a luxury retirement lifestyle that doesn’t feel institutional, formulaic, or outdated. From lush indigenous landscaping and thoughtful, modern home design to a Clubhouse that’s as stylish as it is social — it’s retirement, reimagined. 

Legacy, Security, and a Sense of Control

For many residents, the value goes deeper than convenience. It’s about protecting their families from unnecessary stress — and ensuring their legacy is handled with dignity and care.

“We didn’t want our children to have to worry about us,” says Gerard and Linda at Oasis Life Burgundy Estate. “We wanted to make the move while we could still enjoy it.”

At Oasis Life, there’s no stress when it’s time to move on. Your capital is returned (less a remarketing fee and any outstanding charges). No agents. No legal delays. Just a streamlined, respectful process that eases the burden for loved ones.

Why This Model Matters — Especially Now

Cape Town is one of South Africa’s most sought-after destinations for retirees — and rightly so. But choosing the right retirement village in Cape Town means looking beyond the brochure.

You need more than just pretty views and proximity to wine farms. You need:

• – A lifestyle model that’s financially predictable.
• – A support system that’s professionally managed.
• – A community that’s engaged, warm, and independent.
• – And an estate that delivers luxury retirement living with less admin, not more.

As Rob says: “Everyone we know wishes they’d done it 10 years earlier.” Rob continues to work but only to the point that he wishes to commit to. 

These days, many people start their retirement lifestyle from 60, while continuing to work in ways that suit them. You don’t have to stop working to enjoy the benefits of life at Oasis Life — just start living with less admin, more freedom, and a sense of ease that supports whatever pace you choose.

Let’s Talk Numbers — And Retirement Lifestyle at Oasis Life

We understand that affordability matters — and we believe it’s important to be clear about what you’re paying for.

We price fairly for the premium level of lifestyle, service, and support we offer. Oasis Life is designed for people who want comfort without complication — with most of the big things already taken care of, and fewer small things to worry about.

We invite you to run the numbers. See what’s included. And picture your future — with more freedom, more clarity, and more support.

Ready to See It for Yourself? Visit an Oasis Life Retirement Village

Explore Oasis Life Burgundy Estate, Clara Anna Fontein, Constantia, or Sunningdale — and discover how a smarter, simpler, and more joyful retirement really feels.

📍 Book a private tour or request a detailed levy breakdown based on the unit type you like at a particular estate:
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Let us show you what’s possible when everything’s included — and nothing is left to chance. 

Email: info@oasislife.co.za 

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