Eldernet has New Zealand's largest selection of retirement villages to explore. NZ has 488 retirement villages nationwide, offering a wide range of services, use our tools to help you navigate your choices. Eldernet currently has 463 retirement village properties listed.
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2 and 3 Bedroom Villas
Summerset Cambridge
2
1.5
1
1.5
1
From $750,000
Stunning Three Bedroom Villa
The Grange Lifecare
3
2
2
2
2
$1,250,000
Luxurious Spacious Independent Apartment # 97
Rawhiti Estate - Independent Living
3
2
1
2
1
From $1,900,000
11 Willowdale - Three Bedroom Home
Apārangi Village
3
2
1
2
1
$720,000
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What retirement villages have to offer
A retirement village is a community specially built to cater for the needs and lifestyle of older people. Choosing to live in a retirement village can be a great option for those wanting to maintain their independence while living among a like-minded community of people.
Research shows most people enjoy a high level of satisfaction when living in a lifestyle or retirement village. For residents, the benefits can be numerous; these may include giving you peace of mind, new and varied activities and interests, new friendships, and time to be able to spend on the things you most enjoy.
Villages vary greatly – you’ll notice different-sized villages, from very few units to some with hundreds; different types of units within the same complex; newer villages and older villages. You will discover the community offering a wide range such as swimming pool, bowling green and café. Eligibility age differs across villages too – some villages may allow residents to enter at 55 while others commonly have an entry age between 65 and 75.
As well as providing a range of different accommodation options, many villages now offer alternatives, such as care suites, which combine village offerings and residential care components. Make sure you visit a village more than once before you make a decision, and if possible visit more than one village to get a feel for how each has its own culture.
When you are ready to visit some retirement villages, our checklist may help you with your assessment.
Eldernet Retirement Villages Checklist
All about retirement villages
A retirement village is a community specially built to cater towards the needs and lifestyles of older people. Many retirement villages offer units, villas, suites, or serviced suites. This gives you the option to choose to live independently within the village environment or to get extra help with cleaning or meal delivery.
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Thinking of retirement living? Read these key financial tips
Just like any property purchase, moving into a retirement village is a big financial commitment. Every village operates a little differently, and fees or conditions can vary from village to village and region to region. Getting specialist legal advice is one of the best ways to make sure you understand...
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What to weigh-up if considering a retirement village?
Before you get your heart set on any particular village or unit, take your time to look around and gather as much information as you can. Talk to friends who've already done their research or who have moved into a village themselves. Explore all your options, and make sure you...
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What is the role of a retirement village manager?
Retirement Village Manager The retirement village manager is the legal representative of the owner or operator of a village. In practical terms, they're the one keeping things running smoothly day-to-day. Their responsibilities can include hiring staff, overseeing the maintenance of buildings and facilities, coordinating village activities, and making sure residents...
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Mythbusting - Will I get access to care on site?
If I live in a retirement village will I get access to the care home on-site? The truth is that if you need a high level of support and can no longer stay in your village unit, you are likely to be able to access care in the onsite care...
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Home and Community
Fully independent and living at home. There are many services to make life at home easier.
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Independent living in a purpose built property with varying levels of support.
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