Joyful living is hard won. Waking up every single morning, knowing you’d rather be here than anywhere else. Living in a natural environment with no sense of crowding, within easy walking distance – and access to – Christmas Bay or Sheffield Beach, are elements which bring joy. The sight, scent and sound of the sea is as calming as its invigorating. If the past few years have taught us anything, it’s that we need to connect to nature. Little competes with the physical and psychological wellness it promotes, nor the constant sense of being an integral part of the natural environment which surrounds you at Zululami. Now that’s joyful living.

Your life stage determines the type of home you want to live in, and within Zululami, you’ll find your place, your style, your needs met – regardless. There’s a wide range of permutations, from vast freestanding homes on expansive stands to stylish sectional title units, right through to the gold standard in retirement living.

The design code at Zululami both links, and mimics successful elements of nature. Biomimicry – it’s a wonderful word and concept. It’s a practice that learns from and imitates nature’s successful strategies, its forms, and shapes. Nature is understood as the leader, and innovative architecture and interpretative design follow its lead. The award-winning gatehouse and entrance is the perfect welcoming portal to Zululami, and a wonderful taste of the green, glorious landscape to come.

Restoring the landscape to its original state before the planting of cane and introduction of foreign species, has been a driving force by the developers since they first put foot on the land. Residents are drawn to the magical wetlands, where raised boardwalks are the gateway to adventure through coastal dune forests, under the shade of giant wild figs, milkwood trees, wild bananas and glorious wild grasses.

In addition, the Clubhouse has cultivated an organic community vegetable and herb garden, and you’ll find like-minded neighbours pruning, planting or picking. And because the entertainment is on-tap, comical monkeys at play or an inquisitive mongoose can be spotted at the Clubhouse’s dam.

Life on the North Coast – is the prized destination for all. Collecting fresh mussels off the rocks, family time playing and swimming in pristine waters, solitary quiet time contemplating the sea – no matter your mood or the occasion, the constant presence of the ever-changing ocean is up-lifting. For many, it perpetuates that sense of a holiday every day. For others, it’s about the power, the peace’, the sense of renewal. From whale watching to sunrises, living at the coast offers up a dynamic experience each and every day.

Living on an extraordinary coastal estate, is as much about socialising as it is about being solitary.

The Wetlands Clubhouse is the superb central focus on the Estate, both from an architectural and landscaping perspective, as much as its wonderful indoor-outdoors space flows so perfectly for socialising. Winter or summer, you’ll find your spot, your friends, your family – you’ll meet up at the pub, round the pool, in the restaurant. You’ll be eating pizza or wining and dining; clinking glasses as the sun goes down, or celebrating an occasion in a private space.

Life on Zululami has established that perfect balance between private and sociable.

Entirely up to you.

Living in this environment encourages an active life – it’s so tempting to get out there and explore.

Whether you indulge in a casual daily stroll or set off on a timed mountain bike route with friends, exercise and leisure on the Estate comes in multiple shapes and forms. For children, it’s everything from balance beams to the beach. For equestrian lovers, the neighbouring estate of Seaton offers stabling, riding trails, and more. Head down to Christmas Bay, to catch a wave, paddle in a rock pool, build a sandcastle or go for a run. For those who prefer their action a little tamer, take to the yoga decks, or be wooed by the swimming pool at the Clubhouse.

Part sports, part social, Zululami’s Sports Pavilion is designed as a wonderful gathering place for family and friends. From tennis courts and a multi-purpose pitch for soccer, to cricket and an outdoor gym, this is wellness, fitness-and fun!

Residents feel part of the Zululami landscape, so keeping fit and getting out there is as natural as breathing. And you barely need to leave home.