Retirement is changing, with more South Africans looking for homes that support active, independent lifestyles well beyond their working years.

Reflecting this trend, Capri Village at Salta Sibaya has sold out its first three phases, with Phases 1 and 2 completed and Phase 3 under construction. The development is preparing to release its final homes, offering buyers another opportunity to join the established, secure and pet-friendly coastal community.

Priced from R3.175-million, the single-level, step-free homes feature private gardens and are designed for low-maintenance living.

Residents have access to two clubhouses, padel and tennis facilities, a central park, heated indoor pool and sports complex with braai areas and a children’s playground. Umdloti’s beaches, 5km of coastal forest trails and nearby shopping facilities add to the appeal.

Devmco Group director Charles Thompson said retirement buyers were increasingly prioritising independence and social connection alongside security and convenience.

“People are thinking about retirement much more broadly than they may have a generation ago. They want the reassurance of a secure and comfortable environment, but they also want to continue travelling, spending time with family, socialising and remaining engaged with the world around them. The home needs to accommodate that rather than dictate how retirement should look.”

At Capri Village, quiz nights, karaoke evenings and bowls leagues have helped foster a sense of community while allowing residents to maintain their independence and routines.

Its location within Salta Sibaya also keeps residents connected to the wider neighbourhood. Marine Walk Shopping Centre, home to Woolworths, SUPERSPAR and several eateries, is nearby, along with Reefside Lifestyle & Leisure.

The development is also within easy reach of Umhlanga, King Shaka International Airport and North Coast healthcare facilities.

Thompson said the established nature of the community gave prospective buyers an opportunity to experience the lifestyle before committing.

“There is value in being able to understand a community as it exists today. Prospective residents can see how people are living, experience the environment and get a genuine sense of the community that has formed. It makes the decision about where to spend the next stage of life far more tangible.”

With its final residential phase approaching, Capri Village is positioning itself as an alternative to traditional retirement living, with an emphasis on independence, convenience and an active social life.