There are 13 retirement villages in New Plymouth. Settled on the edge of Egmont National Park and Mount Taranaki, New Plymouth offers an abundance of beautiful walkways and cycling routes. With modern serviced apartments and cozy cottages available, you can find a village where you can enjoy a peaceful retirement.
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Why choose a Retirement Village in 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.
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 Code of Residents Rights?
The Code of Residents' Rights outlines the basic rights you have as a resident living in a New Zealand retirement village under the Retirement Villages Act. A copy of it must be given to intending residents with their disclosure statement, as well as to any resident or potential resident if...
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What is the Deferred Management Fee (DMF)?
The DMF is an amount you pay when you leave a village, rather than when you join. The figure is defined in your contract. The deferred management fee is a delayed (and deducted) payment you (or your estate) make on exiting the village. It is to cover the cost of...
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What services and facilities do retirement villages offer?
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 facilities can vary, with some villages offering a wide range such as a swimming pool, bowling...
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Will I have to pay if I move within a village?
Each move within a village incurs a cost. If moving between independent accommodation types (such as downsizing to a smaller unit), you will pay a ‘transfer fee.’ This is generally charged at a fixed percentage of the original license fee (which can range from 2 – 15%). You won’t have...
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Waiapu House Lifecare & Village - Retirement Village
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The Botanic, Silverdale - Retirement Village
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Cantabria Lifecare & Village - Retirement Village
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Stillwater Lifecare & Village - Retirement Village
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