All of the apartments and the communal areas will have emergency call buttons installed, which are monitored 24 hours a day by a trusted service provider.
If you have any other questions that aren’t answered below, or if you’d like more information on the Altum development, feel free to contact our team using the contact form at the bottom of the page
How do I get help if I need assistance out of hours?
What security measures are in place?
For your safety, access to the building and car park will be via a swipe card or remote control, as will the operation of the lift to go to your floor. There is also a monitored CCTV security system in the communal areas.
Will healthcare services be available on site?
No. However, should the need ever arise, such services can be provided in the comfort and privacy of your own apartment. In addition to the visiting health professionals at Altum, Scarborough is well serviced by medical and health services that can help you continue to live independently. Within a three kilometre radius of the property there are four medical centres and numerous pharmacies.
Where will my mail be delivered?
Australia Post will deliver the mail to your own individual mailbox on the ground floor. If you’re expecting a delivery that requires a signature, you can arrange for bthe concierge to accept it on your behalf and hold it for you until you are ready to collect it. We will also have a store room next to reception for online grocery delivery.
How is my rubbish collected?
There are rubbish disposal bins on every floor, so you don’t have to walk far from your apartment. These bins are emptied throughout the week.
Will high-speed internet be available?
All apartments have have high speed broadband internet via a fibre connection. You will need to establish an account with your preferred service provider. There will be free wi-fi access for residents in the communal areas.
Can I have a pet?
Yes, most small to medium size pets are welcome. However, you will need approval from the manager and you and your pet will need to comply with certain rules and regulations.
Can I have overnight visitors?
Of course, it is no different from your current family home. For security purposes, we also ask that you let management know if you have anyone staying for longer than 2 weeks.
Is there on-site parking?
Yes, there is secure basement car parking assigned to your apartment. There are also 13 visitor bays available for your guests.
Are there on-site storage facilities?
Yes. Every apartment comes with a secure storeroom.
What community areas will there be to enjoy?
While you can live as privately as you wish at Altum, we’ve designed the whole place to be open and interconnected, so you always feel there are friends nearby. Whether it’s wellness, socialising or relaxing, Altum’s superb community areas are there for you.
- Welcoming entry foyer with concierge.
- Stunning bar.
- Private dining room opening onto an al fresco terrace.
- Outdoor barbecue area.
- Residents’ kitchen.
- Residents’ function room.
- Yoga and Pilates studio.
- Gymnasium.
- Indoor heated swimming pool.
- Consulting suite/treatment room for visiting health professionals (Podiatry, GP, Massage, etc).
- Gold-class style cinema.
- Hair and beauty salon.
- Business room.
- Craft and activities room.
- Men’s shed/workshop.
- Individual wine storage in a temperature-controlled environment.
- Car washing bay.
- Communal vegetable garden.
What entertainment and amenities will be local to me?
Rich community atmosphere
Thoughtfully landscaped and purposefully designed spaces have attracted a wonderfully vibrant and rich community atmosphere, evoking a sense of belonging, that builds on the best of the area and focuses on an exciting future.
Sunset views
Soak up uninterrupted sunset views over the Indian Ocean from the iconic Sunset Hill, the perfect backdrop for wine and cheese, providing a great vantage point for watching over the grandies playing on the whale playground, climbing wall and family friendly skate park below.
Vibrant social scene
Stroll through Scarborough Square on a Thursday evening and take in the eclectic mix of people, young and old enjoying pop-up bars, food offerings represented from every corner of the globe, live music, market stalls, creative artists and the Summer Sunset and Winter Markets.
Take it all in
Find your seat in the Scarborough Amphitheatre and join in with the new tradition that sees locals and visitors gathering to admire the sunset before erupting into applause reflecting on the day that has passed and the night that lies ahead.
Shopping, shopping, shopping
When it comes to shopping, Scarborough has got you covered with: Brighton Road Food Market (Organic/Gluten Free/Superfoods, Gourmet Delights & Fresh Flowers), Karrinyup Shopping Centre, Luna Maxi Mart, Beachfront Shopping Centre with a Coles, Scarborough Beach Pharmacy and multiple artisan bakeries, and boutique shops.
Local Clubs
There are number of clubs in and around Scarborough to help you enjoy your hobbies (or maybe take up a new one), including:
• Scarborough Sports and Community Club
• Scarborough and North Beach Bowling Clubs
• Scarborough and North Beach Tennis Clubs
• Scarborough Surf Life Saving Club
• Rotary Club of Scarborough
• Scarborough RSL
• Scarborough Premier Cricket Club of WA
• Indian Ocean Paddlers Club
• Marmion Angling and Aquatic Club
• Scarborough Pool
How will I stay active?
Everyone knows one of the keys to a healthier life is to stay as active as possible, for as long as possible. As well as putting you near the beach, ocean and golf courses, Altum gives you excellent facilities without needing to leave the building.
In-house amenities
- A gymnasium, Yoga & Pilates studio, with personal and group fitness classes (billed separately).
- Indoor heated swimming pool.
- Storage for bikes, surfboards, SUPs, kayaks, etc.
- Men’s Shed.
- Craft & activities room.
Activities at Altum
Social Clubs are a key way to stay well-connected. Resident planned activities may include:
- Dinner and lunch groups.
- Morning and afternoon tea and coffee.
- In-house movie nights.
- Cooking classes.
- Guest speakers.
- Cards.
- Group outings.
Local Clubs
There are number of clubs in and around Scarborough to help you enjoy your hobbies (or maybe take up a new one), including:
- Scarborough Sports & Community Club.
- Scarborough and North Beach Bowling Clubs.
- Scarborough and North Beach Tennis Clubs.
- Scarborough Surf Life Saving Club.
- Rotary Club of Scarborough.
- Scarborough RSL.
- Scarborough Premier Cricket Club of WA.
- Indian Ocean Paddlers Club.
- Marmion Angling and Aquatic Club.
- Scarborough Pool.
Who is developing Altum?
Altum is owned by 10 Nautilus Pty Ltd, an entity controlled by Michael Lawson, Managing Director of Northerly Group Australia (Northerly). Northerly is the development manager, and design and construction contractor for Altum. Well regarded former high-end builder, Garry Brown-Neaves, has also partnered with Northerly to deliver Altum luxury apartments.
Northerly is very well respected in the Western Australian property sector. It specialises in the design and construction of high-quality projects across retirement living, aged cared, large-scale residential, commercial and retail developments.
What are costs are involved with living at Altum?
Strata Fees
Strata Fee calculations are based on unit entitlement and can be paid either monthly, quarterly or annually.
Strata Fee’s cover the ongoing costs of operating and maintaining the common areas and facilities at Altum including, but not limited to, property repair and maintenance, gardening, insurance, council and water rates, the emergency assistance alarm system, and administrative and operational staffing costs.
Each year a budget will be established to cover the ongoing costs of providing the facilities and services at Altum to you. The Strata Fee is based on this budget and allocated across the 51 apartments.
Your Strata Fee does not cover:
• Council rates for your apartment
• Your utilities, telephone and internet usage, contents insurance etc
• Repairs and maintenance within your apartment (including in relation to whitegoods)
• Your day-to-day living expenses
Reserve Fund Fee
Sometimes known as a ‘sinking fund’, the Reserve Fund is designed to fund refurbishment of apartments, to ensure that the buildings and associated infrastructure are maintained to a high standard over the long term.
What services are available?
A number of services and benefits are included as part of the Strata Fee, including cleaning, gardening and building maintenance of all the shared spaces and facilities.
Altum intends to offer additional services on a user-pays basis, such as:
- Remedial massage, physiotherapy, podiatry and health checks from visiting health professionals in the consulting suite/treatment room
- Hairdressing and beauty treatments in the on-site salon
- Handyman services, household and domestic chores and laundry
Should you ever need it, Altum Strata Management can advise residents of suitable in-home care providers.
Finally, why should I choose Altum?
Choosing to live at Altum gives you much more than a stunning new home in a sought-after location, it opens up a whole new lifestyle, for you. To help you decide if Altum is right for you, here are answers to a few questions people have asked.
Who is developing Altum?
Altum is owned by 10 Nautilus Pty Ltd an entity controlled by Michael Lawson, the Managing Director of Northerly Group Australia (Northerly), which is the development manager and design and construction contractor for Altum.
Northerly is very well respected in the West Australian property sector. It specialises in the design and construction of high quality projects across retirement living, aged care, large-scale residential, commercial and retail developments.
Who will manage Altum?
Michael Lawson will appoint a reputable Strata Management team to manage Altum.
A full-time concierge will be your first point of contact should you need assistance. The office will be open during normal business hours, 5 days a week.
Want to get in touch?
If you have any other retirement questions that weren’t answered here, or if you’d like more information on the Altum Living development, feel free to contact our team.