New Plymouth

Why choose a retirement village in New Plymouth?

New Plymouth, nestled in the Taranaki region, offers retirees a unique blend of natural beauty and vibrant city life. Dominated by the majestic Mount Taranaki, the city is surrounded by ocean beaches, lush dairy country, and stunning gardens, creating a picturesque backdrop for a relaxed retirement.

For those who love the outdoors, New Plymouth provides an abundance of activities. Enjoy the scenic coastal walkway stretching from Bell Block to Port Taranaki, or explore the tranquil beauty of Pukekura Park, where you can admire diverse plant life and listen to the melodic calls of native birds. The city is also a cultural hub, home to the renowned Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and its captivating Len Lye kinetic installations, perfect for indoor exploration on rainy days.

New Plymouth’s proximity to breathtaking gardens makes it a haven for gardening enthusiasts. The annual Taranaki Garden Festival attracts visitors from all over, showcasing the region's world-class gardens and vibrant rhododendrons. With numerous open-to-visit gardens, New Plymouth offers endless inspiration for both seasoned and aspiring gardeners.

Explore retirement living in New Plymouth through our website. Whether you're drawn by the area's natural wonders, cultural offerings, or a desire to reconnect with nature, New Plymouth promises a fulfilling and serene retirement experience.

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.