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Carmel Country Estate Retirement Village

11 Hollister Lane, Ohauiti, Tauranga 3112

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Updated: 26 Jun 2026

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About Carmel Country Estate Retirement Village

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Carmel Country Estate Retirement Village offers relaxed independent living in a peaceful Ohauiti setting, surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds.

Set across 16 acres, Carmel has an array of north facing Villas and Apartments designed for comfort, privacy and easy living. Residents enjoy spacious homes, attractive gardens, well-maintained facilities and the freedom to take part in village life as much or as little as they choose.

With a friendly community, helpful staff and a strong sense of support, Carmel Country Estate is a place where residents can continue living independently while enjoying the reassurance of a safe, connected retirement village environment.

We pride ourselves on making your retirement the best it can be here at Carmel Country Estate, we offer numerous ways to enjoy yourself, whether you are looking for an active lifestyle or something a little quieter.

Pop in to have a coffee with our friendly team and enjoy a Village tour today.

Why choose Carmel Country Estate Retirement Village

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Village Options

Our Villas are spacious and are all built to capture the sun. We have two and three bedroom Villas, many having the added bonus of a sunroom. The Villas have stunning gardens that you can put your own personal touch on or we can maintain them for you. They all have internal garages, ensuites and modern kitchens and bright, open plan living rooms. Our Villas are all uniquely beautiful, some having stunning views of the Mount.

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Our beautiful Apartments are situated above our Community Centre and have lovely outlooks over the Village. They are fully equipped with a Fridge, Microwave, Washing Machine and Dryer. They all enjoy a large, modern kitchen and open plan living room that includes a heat pump.

The Apartments are accessible via a lift and stairs that take you to the ground level Reception area where our facilities and Community Centre are for your convenience.

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Available Properties

11 Hollister Lane, Ohauiti, Tauranga

$695,000

2Bedrooms 1Bathrooms 1Car 103m2Floor Area

11 Hollister Lane, Ohauiti, Tauranga

$889,000

2Bedrooms 1.5Bathrooms 2Car 125m2Floor Area

For more information or to view any of our properties please contact Sarah Gardyne

Village Features & Services

Carmel Country Estate Retirement Village offers a range of services, facilities and features for residents. To learn more about retirement village living, or if you want to learn more about key terms and concepts, explore our Knowledge Lab.

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Hairdresser

Podiatrist

Physiotherapist

Activities Co-ordinator

Meals - External Provider

Home Help - Available On-site

Home Help - External Provider

Other Personnel

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Inter denominational

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Social/Recreational Programme

Community Complex

24 Hour Security

Emergency Call System

Newsletter

Pets In Residence

Negotiate To Bring Own Pet

Outings

Transport Available

Gay / LGBT QI Friendly

Fitness Complex

Craft Room

Library

Games Room

Chapel

Lounges

Gardens

Other details

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Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA)

Other Key Information

Have a look here for answers to some common questions. If you don’t find the answers you need, please get in touch with Carmel Country Estate Retirement Village.

Special features

WINNER of Service Excellence Award Westpac Tauranga Business Awards - October 2008

Interests & activities

Outdoor Bowling, Indoor Bowling, Croquet, Pentanque, 500, Rummikub, Mah Jong, Colouring In, Knitting, Gardening, Billards, Table Tennis, Arts and Crafts, Men's Social Hours, Ladies Lunch Trips, Puzzles, Entertainment, Catered Dinners, Organ Club, Church, Residents Morning Teas, Choir, Shopping trips, and much more...

Location

11 Hollister Lane, Ohauiti, Tauranga 3112

Public Transport

0.20 km

To bus stop

Shops

1.00 km

to dairy, 5km to supermaket, post, etc

Mall

10.00 km

to Bayfair Shopping Centre, Mt Maunganui

Parks

0.00 km

Children's playground across the road

Library

5.00 km

To town

Residents Say It Best

”Since moving to Carmel Country Estate Retirement Village I have made lots of friends and there is plenty to do at the centre, if you wish. The staff are friendly and helpful and there is plenty of support if or when you need it. The lifestyle here is very homely and I feel very safe. It is just a great place to live.”

Marion Howard

”I have lived here for ten years now and I am very happy to have made the move when I did. The Villas are so well set out and private, light, airy and sunny. The staff are so helpful and willing and happy, there is such a sense of happiness here.. The Gardeners go above and beyond…it is great.”

Robin Thurston

”I live in a caring, supportive, friendly community here at Carmel Country Estate Retirement Village. Joining in a number of activities and being involved in the Residents’ Committee keeps me well occupied and the weeks fly by. Like others in the Village, I get a lot of pleasure from our beautifully kept gardens. The staff are helpful and obliging whether driving our transport for a morning’s shopping or assisting with some task around our units. I feel safe and I feel useful and very lucky to live here at Carmel.”

Sue Fox

”Carmel Country Estate was the Retirement Village of choice when we commenced searching for a pleasant village to retire into. We were attracted by the general ambience, attractive gardens and upkeep of Carmel and the layout of the villas within the complex. Once we had settled we quickly appreciated the support of the staff, the friendliness of the residents and the varied amenities available to us. Every effort is made to develop a community spirit through the wide range of activities and social events that are part of village life.”

Barry & Brenda Gaylard

”We decided to move into a Retirement/Lifestyle Village as a way of future proofing ourselves for a relaxed, retirement in a safe and secure environment. At the family owned Carmel Country Estate Village we are privileged to live independently and comfortably in a beautifully refurbished, private, roomy, warm and sunny Villa surrounded by fellow retirees. The atmosphere in the Village is friendly, with plenty of space to garden and host family and friends, who are always pleasantly surprised with the spaciousness. The Village is centrally located with the benefit of everything you need at the doorstep. The Staff are approachable and always willing to help if required. The gardens and facilities are immaculately maintained, there are more than enough activities to keep you entertained. Best of all our children and grandchildren love to come and stay and are always made to feel welcome at the Village.”

Jeff & Sue Ede

”We truly enjoy living here at Carmel. What attracted us were the bright and spaciously positioned Villas, the beautiful gardens with the tropical palm trees and pristine presentation of the Village. The professional staff are very kind and utmost helpful, which made the move to our lovely apartment a breeze. We are so happy we made Carmel Country Estate our new home and recommend it highly to people who would like to live in a safe, beautiful, happy Retirement Village. Thank you to Jason and Sharlene and their wonderful staff. From two very happy residents!”

Anon - Via Aged Advisor

To find out more about Carmel Country Estate Retirement Village or to book a viewing get in touch today.

Key Contacts

Manager

Jason Rowling

Owner

Jason Rowling and Sharlene McGregor

Sales & Marketing Consultant

Sarah Gardyne

Agent's Details

Sarah Gardyne

  • Carmel Country Estate Retirement Village
  • 11 Hollister Lane. Ohauiti. Tauranga 3112
  • Tauranga

Statutory Supervisor's Details

  • Covenant Trustee Services

Solicitor's Details

  • Annan & Co
  • PO Box 13383
  • Tauranga

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