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Retirement Villages New Plymouth

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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Villages in New Plymouth

Showing 6 of 13 results


Retirement Village
  • 20 Pohutukawa Place
  • Bell Block
  • New Plymouth

Retirement Village
  • 131 Mangati Road
  • Bell Block
  • New Plymouth

Retirement Village
  • 15 Telford Street
  • Merrilands
  • New Plymouth

Retirement Village
  • 49 Wills Road
  • Bell Block
  • New Plymouth

Retirement Village
  • 96 Clawton Street
  • Westown
  • New Plymouth

Retirement Village
  • 71 Barrett Road
  • Whalers Gate
  • New Plymouth

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 Retirement Villages Act?

All registered retirement villages in New Zealand are governed by the Retirement Villages Act 2003. The Retirement Villages Act and its regulations are designed to protect the interest of residents, and sets out basic standards for operating a village. These standards include things like: what information operators must disclose to...

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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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Thinking of retirement living? Here are the legal must-dos

Buying into a retirement village is quite different from purchasing a home in the traditional sense. There can be some legal 'fishhooks' to get your head around, the terminology is specialised, and there are important rights and responsibilities that you'll want to fully understand. That's why getting proper legal advice...

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Find information about moving into a retirement village

Considering making a move to a retirement village? Our resource retirementvillages.co.nz is New Zealand’s most comprehensive guide to retirement villages, and showcases every retirement village in Aotearoa. It hosts the country’s largest selection of properties for sale, with more than 500 properties currently listed. Search available properties across every region...

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