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Updated: 8 Dec 2025

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About Waiapu House Lifecare & Village

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At Waiapu Village you are at home with us.

We are a friendly, caring community. Become part of our Waiapu family and see how easy retirement village life can be in one of our independent accommodation options.

Part of the Hawke’s Bay community for over sixty years, Waiapu House is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, with architecturally designed buildings, including a John Scott Chapel. We are located in the sunny and friendly village of Havelock North.

At Heritage Lifecare, our villages reflect the residents who choose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us.

You’ll find great company and wonderful friendly staff at our village.

Call us today to talk through your needs.

Photos are representative of Heritage Lifecare.

Available Properties

10 Danvers Street, Havelock North, Havelock North

From $430,000

1Bedrooms 1Bathrooms 49m2Floor Area

10 Danvers Street, Havelock North, Havelock North

From $695,000

2Bedrooms 1Bathrooms 1Car 68m2Floor Area

10 Danvers Street, Havelock North, Havelock North

From $650,000

2Bedrooms 1Bathrooms 1Car 67m2Floor Area

For more information or to view any of our properties please contact Brett Johnston

Village Features & Services

Waiapu House Lifecare & 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

Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor

Meals - Available On-site

Home Help - External Provider

Other Personnel

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Languages Spoken

English

Filipino

Gujarati

Hindi

Māori - Te Reo

Samoan

Other Information

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations

(Other comments)

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Social/Recreational Programme

Community Complex

24 Hour Security

Emergency Call System

Newsletter

Negotiate To Bring Own Pet

Restaurant

Gay / LGBT QI Friendly

Library

Chapel

Lounges

Gardens

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Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)

Registered Retirement Village?

Retirement Village Accreditation (Expiry date)

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 Waiapu House Lifecare & Village .

Special features

Waiapu House is part of the Heritage Lifecare group of care homes and villages across the country, from Invercargill to Whangarei. We have over 2,500 beds national wide and 500 independent living units.

Our village reflects the residents who choose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us.

Interests & activities

We are committed to providing a meaningful and flexible range of activities and events to meet the abilities and interests of our village residents, considering their individual needs and cultural beliefs.

There is always lots going on in the village, and you can do as much, or as little, as you like.

Location

10 Danvers Street, Havelock North, Havelock North 4130

Public Transport

0.10 km

Shops

0.80 km

Parks

0.80 km

Library

0.80 km

Havelock North Community Library

Waiapu House Fun Fair & Open Day

Come on down and enjoy a morning of fun, food, and festivities, including:

A Sausage Sizzle, Baking, Coffee Cart and Candy Floss. PLUS a Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Jumble Sale including Bric-a-brac, Plants, Whiteware and Arts & Crafts.

You'll also be able to explore the village with Jude, take a tour around our villas and discover great value retirement living at Waiapu.

Save the date and spread the word. See you there!

Waiapu House & Village 10 Danvers Street, Havelock North 4130

For further information call Reception on 06 872 8930.

To find out more about Waiapu House Lifecare & Village or to book a viewing get in touch today.

Key Contacts

Manager

Dee Repko

Owner

Heritage Lifecare

Village Customer Specialist

Brett

Agent's Details

Brett Johnston

  • Heritage Lifecare Group
  • 10 Danvers Street
  • Havelock North 4130

Statutory Supervisor's Details

  • Covenant Trustee Services Limited
  • Level 6, 191 Queen Street
  • Auckland

Solicitor's Details

Heritage Lifecare

  • PO Box 13223, Johnsonville
  • Wellington 6440

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