Invercargill

Why choose a retirement village in Invercargill?

Invercargill, New Zealand’s southernmost city, offers retirees a unique blend of old-world charm and modern conveniences. With its heritage architecture, expansive streets, and the beautiful Queens Park gardens, Invercargill presents a serene and picturesque setting. Known as the home of speed legend Burt Munro, the city celebrates a rich history, while neighbouring Gore adds cultural flair as the country music capital of New Zealand, hosting an annual festival.

Invercargill's long summer daylight hours are perfect for gardening, golfing, or leisurely walks, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors well into the evening.

The city offers a variety of retirement living options, with both newly developed and established villages providing choices to match different lifestyles and needs. From lifestyle villages to those with comprehensive care options, you can find the perfect fit for your retirement.

Whether you prefer a villa, townhouse, or apartment, Southland's retirement communities cater to diverse preferences and styles. Explore our website to find the ideal retirement home in Invercargill, where you can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle amid the charm and beauty of New Zealand's south.

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.