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Retirement Villages Tairāwhiti/Gisborne

There are 6 retirement villages in Tairāwhiti/Gisborne. This region has always been a top holiday destination for decades – and it’s easy to see why. Sun, beaches, world-class wineries and easy-going communities – it’s the perfect spot to retire.

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Villages in Tairāwhiti/Gisborne

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Retirement Village
  • Margaret Place
  • Riverdale
  • Gisborne

Retirement Village
  • 12 Gwyneth Place
  • Riverdale
  • Gisborne

Retirement Village
  • 621 Aberdeen Rd
  • Te Hapara
  • Gisborne

Retirement Village
  • Gisborne

Retirement Village
  • 396 Aberdeen Road
  • Gisborne
  • Gisborne

Retirement Village
  • 178 Rutene Road
  • Kaiti
  • Gisborne

Why choose a Retirement Village in Tairāwhiti/Gisborne?

Gisborne takes pride in being the first city in the world to see the sun rise each day. Its laid back, relaxed atmosphere owes a lot to that sunny reputation, and its surf beaches and world-class wineries. There’s plenty of good food on offer too, with cafes and restaurants dotted round the city, and citrus orchards and other growers complementing the vineyards. It’s been a holiday destination for generations of Kiwi families, and is the gateway to the East Cape beaches.

If that easy-does-it lifestyle – sun, surf, food and wine – sounds idyllic to you in your retirement, then this region might be your perfect match. There are plenty of retirement village options to choose from too.

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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Do residents need to move from the village to receive care?

While it is true that some retirement village residents may need to receive care in another facility, it is by no means the most likely scenario. In reality, only 12.8% of Kiwis living in villages end up being moved to a different facility to receive care. And more than half...

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What kind of homes are in a retirement village?

When you're exploring retirement villages in New Zealand, you'll find a wide range of accommodation options. Here's a simple breakdown of the most common choices and what they offer. Villas are standalone homes, usually with one to three bedrooms (sometimes more). They often come with their own garden or outdoor...

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Should I choose retirement village that belongs to the RVA?

The Retirement Villages Association (RVA) is a voluntary association that represents retirement village operators, managers, and commercial organisations across New Zealand. Their aim is to provide a high standard of living for village residents. Choosing an RVA member retirement village means that you are protected under the Retirement Villages Act...

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