Resident and woodworker Dennis Fuller in The Shed
21 October 2025
A new communal space is alive with creativity and community spirit at Lincoln Place’s Officer Lifestyle Estate, a masterplanned community for over-50s in Melbourne’s outer southeast.
Residents of the land lease community this week celebrated the opening of The Shed, a much-anticipated addition to facilities, designed for creativity, friendship and connection.
Retired teacher and resident Dennis Fuller is looking forward to returning to his passion for woodwork.
“When we downsized from our longtime home and large workshop, I parted with a lot of my tools and equipment but kept my favourites knowing The Shed at Officer was on the way,’’ Dennis said.
“I’ve donated these now so they can be used by other residents,’’ he said.
“Walking into The Shed for the first time and seeing a lot of my equipment in place felt like greeting old friends. I can’t wait to get stuck into some larger projects again; it is my happy place.
“Woodwork has been my passion for 45 years. I really enjoy turning a piece of wood into something special.’’
Several pieces of Dennis’ woodwork are scattered across the community, including an impressive carved eagle outside The Lodge, decorative ladybirds on a lamp post, and bird and animal carvings through the vegetable gardens.
The Shed will be shared by woodworkers, painters and other creative residents keen to collaborate and bring their projects to life.
“I’m looking forward to seeing what others will create in this space,’’ Dennis said.
Lincoln Place is renowned for creating vibrant communities to enhance lifestyle appeal and social connections. Community Manager, Elle Brown, said Officer Lifestyle Estate was home to a talented group of residents.
“The Shed will become a hive of activity, creativity and camaraderie. It will be a place where residents connect – a cornerstone of our community,’’ she said.
Equipped with a kitchenette and bathroom, The Shed expands the range of facilities that include The Lodge with its wellness centre, gym and pool, plus a dining room, lounge, cinema, bar, bowling green and pickleball court.
Operating under the popular land lease model, Officer Lifestyle Estate offers downsizers full ownership of their home and any capital gains, while leasing the land, without stamp duty, body corporate fees, or council rates. A weekly site rental fee covers maintenance of the community and access to lifestyle amenities.
The final release of homes – priced from $540,000 – is under construction with the first homes move-in ready in November. This is the last chance to secure a new home in the vibrant and friendly estate.
Over-50s living in Officer
About Officer Lifestyle Estate
Discover a new way of living at Officer Lifestyle Estate, an exclusive over-50s community in Melbourne’s picturesque south-east. Enjoy all the comforts of a masterplanned neighbourhood with the convenience of city living close by.
Our simple land lease model makes it easy and affordable to own a brand-new, architecturally designed home. Stay active and connected with feel-good facilities including a gym, sauna, community bus and a lively social calendar run by residents.
With great neighbours, relaxed living and final homes now selling, there’s never been a better time to make your move to Officer.