What thoughtful planning looks like in a lakeside community

Buyers drawn to the Central Coast for space and nature are increasingly looking for communities where the amenity arrives early, not years after the first homes.“With the beaches, lakes, bushwalks and cafes, the Central Coast is predominantly a lifestyle area,” says Mitchell Kent, General Manager at Scape Properties.Crangan Bay on the shores of Lake Macquarie is more than delivering on that Central Coast lifestyle, offering buyers a thriving, walkable neighbourhood shaped by its landscape.Since launching in 2021, it has evolved into a connected community, with a growing calendar of resident-led events bringing neighbours together and a major award underscoring its industry-leading design.“It has so much amenity and is attracting buyers wanting a family home with space for a backyard where kids can run around,” says Mr Kent.Central Coast locations like Crangan Bay are growing in popularity with buyers.Amenity and connectivity on the water’s edgeSet along almost one kilometre of protected lakefront reserve and framed by Lake Macquarie’s State Conservation areas, Crangan Bay is designed so everyday life spills naturally into the outdoors.“There are numerous walking trails throughout a...