Nelson

Why choose a retirement village in Nelson?

Welcome to sunny Nelson, a city renowned for its abundant sunshine and vibrant lifestyle offerings. Beyond its warm climate, Nelson provides a diverse array of experiences, from the bustling provincial centre of Nelson itself to the charming towns of Motueka and nearby Blenheim in Marlborough. It's no wonder that this area boasts a variety of well-established and developing retirement villages.

Nelson is home to a rich tapestry of communities, including artists, artisans, growers, and maritime enthusiasts. This diversity is mirrored in the retirement communities available, offering a range of lifestyle options. The region's music, arts, and garden festivals attract visitors from all over New Zealand, while the local viticulture ensures plenty of wineries to explore. Seasonal produce, including cherries and world-renowned seafood from the Marlborough Sounds, adds to the region's culinary delights.

For those who enjoy active engagement, Nelson offers numerous activities both within and near retirement villages, allowing you to be as involved as you desire. Alternatively, if you prefer a more peaceful lifestyle, the region caters to that as well, with serene landscapes and tranquil settings.

Nelson's central location provides easy access to other parts of the country. A short flight or ferry ride takes you to Wellington for cultural excursions or sporting events, while the South Island's offerings of summer and winter activities, cities, and tourist attractions are all within reach. Explore our website to find the perfect retirement community in Nelson, where sunshine meets a fulfilling lifestyle.

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.