There are 29 retirement villages across Manawatū-Whanganui. With rural and urban options, this vast region offers the best of both worlds – from the bigger centres of Palmerston North and Whanganui to the smaller provincial towns of Levin, Feilding, Foxton, and Dannevirke, there are plenty of retirement living options worth exploring – from the long established to the newly built.
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Villages in Manawatū-Whanganui
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Why choose a Retirement Village in Manawatū-Whanganui?
If you’re looking for a varied lifestyle, Manawatū-Whanganui might just be the place for you with mountains, city, and sea all within reach.
Sitting at the mouth of the Whanganui River, steeped in history and the longest navigable waterway in the country, Whanganui has been shaped by its relationship with the river but is now also known for its thriving creative arts scene.
Just an hour’s drive away, you’ll find the region’s largest centre of Palmerston North, home to Massey University and a strong agricultural community. Sporting fans will enjoy regular visits to the New Zealand Rugby Museum, where the grandchildren (and you) can try out your tackling skills and learn more about the history of our national game.
The wider region is a great jumping-off spot for most of the North Island: whether you are taking a day trip to the National Park, beaches or ski fields, or want to take advantage of the ‘lock and leave’ lifestyle of a retirement village and travel further afield across the motu.
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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Is a care suite different to a serviced apartment?
A care suite is a hybrid-type option that combines a village offering (meaning it requires an upfront ‘purchase’ price) and support at a higher level of care as certified by Manatū Hauora Ministry of Health and governed by the Age Related Residential Care (ARRC) Agreement. They may also be referred...
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How do I choose the right village for me?
More than 53,000 people live in retirement villages throughout New Zealand, and research suggests that most residents report a high level of satisfaction. Of course, it all comes down to choosing a village that is right for you. Make sure you visit a village more than once before you make...
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I want to read reviews of retirement villages
At the Eldernet Group, we're proud to remain an independent, unbiased source of information for older people and their families. While we know reviews can be helpful for some when choosing a place to live, they don't always tell the full story. No one's experience is the same as another...
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What is an ORA?
Buying into a retirement village works differently to purchasing a regular house. In most villages, you don't actually 'own' the unit or the land it's on, as you would in a traditional property purchase. Instead, the amount you pay upfront is called your Capital Contribution , which gives you the...
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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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Rosedale - Retirement Village
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Rose Court - Retirement Village
Open Home- Alden Rose Court Pop in for a cuppa, take a look around our village, and have a chat with our friendly team. Whether you're just starting to explore your options or ready to make a move, we're here to help. When: Tuesday 25/08/26 Time: 10am - 2pm
Kensington Court - Retirement Village
Open Home - Alden Kensington Court Pop in for a cuppa, take a look around our village, and have a chat with our friendly team. Whether you're just starting to explore your options or ready to make a move, we're here to help. When: Tuesday 25/08/26 Time: 10am - 2pm
Lansdowne Court - Retirement Village
Open Home - Alden Lansdowne Court Pop in for a cuppa, take a look around our village, and have a chat with our friendly team. Whether you're just starting to explore your options or ready to make a move, we're here to help. When: Tuesday 25/08/26 Time: 10am - 2pm