There are 15 retirement villages that can be found in Napier. You will never be short of events to attend in this cultural hub, as it is the home of the iconic Art Deco Festival and many food and wine celebrations. From cozy villas that feel like home, to serviced apartments, you can find a retirement village that caters to your needs.
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Why choose a Retirement Village in Napier?
Napier, nestled in the heart of the Hawke’s Bay, is a captivating destination for retirees seeking a vibrant and culturally rich lifestyle. Famed for its remarkable collection of original Art Deco buildings which emerged post the 1931 earthquake, Napier offers a unique historical charm that continues to define its character.
Beyond its architectural beauty, Napier is a hub for iconic events, from Art Deco festivals to music, wine, and food celebrations. The city, along with its neighbour Hastings, provides a dynamic blend of culture and cuisine. Hastings, renowned for its fruit growing and boutique food production, hosts one of the country's best Farmers’ Markets, offering fresh produce and gourmet treats.
Retirees in Napier will never be short of activities. Explore bustling shopping centres, theatres, libraries, and clubs. Enjoy the renowned foodie culture with a plethora of cafés, restaurants, and vineyards. For the active retiree, Napier presents cycle trails, golf courses, beach walks, and the famous gannet colonies at Cape Kidnappers/Te Kauwae-a-Māui.
Discover your perfect retirement lifestyle in Napier through our website. Whether you’re retiring locally or moving to the Bay after fond holiday visits, we can help you explore and find your ideal new home in this vibrant, sun-soaked city.
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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What is the Deferred Management Fee: Leaving a village
You may be planning on making a retirement village your forever home, but life can be unpredictable. That's why it's helpful to understand the process of leaving a village before you move into one. You're free to leave a retirement village at any time you want. One important protection to...
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Mythbusting - Will I get access to care on site?
If I live in a retirement village will I get access to the care home on-site? The truth is that if you need a high level of support and can no longer stay in your village unit, you are likely to be able to access care in the onsite care...
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Understanding the Deferred Management Fee
The following example shows how the Deferred Management Fee (DMF) is worked out in New Zealand, and how it affects the final payment to you or your estate when you leave a retirement village. Example – Mr C Mr C chose a unit in a village close to his old...
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Mythbusting - Retirement Villages are expensive
Are Retirement Villages expensive? In short, the answer is ‘not always.’ There can be some very affordable homes within Retirement Villages, however, not all are priced at the affordable end of the market either. Just like real estate on the open market, Retirement Villages offer a range of options –...
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Waiapu House Lifecare & Village - Retirement Village
Waiapu Village Open Home & Presentation Day Come and see just how good retirement living can be. It’s your time to relax, enjoy each day, and leave the worries behind. At Waiapu Village, you’ll be part of a warm, welcoming community where everyone knows your name and you’re never just...
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