There are 19 retirement villages in Taranaki. Overlooked by the mighty Mt Taranaki, the region’s beaches, lush countryside, and beautiful gardens are just some of the attractions that should put Taranaki at the top of your list. Whether it’s the provincial charm of New Plymouth that grabs you or the dream of rural living in the region’s heartland towns, you’ll find a retirement village option to suit.
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Why choose a Retirement Village in Taranaki?
Taranaki is defined by the overarching presence of Mt Taranaki, its ocean beaches and lush dairy country, and beautiful country gardens. Having established itself as a research centre for alternative energy sources, New Plymouth is the major provincial city where residents enjoy a range of activities, from enjoying the award-winning Coastal Walkway, through to taking in Len Lye’s mesmerising kinetic installations at the Govett-Brewster art gallery.
The heartland towns of Stratford, Hāwera and Eltham service their surrounding farmlands, and each have their own unique character. While cheese fiends and history buffs will enjoy the dairy industry history of Eltham (not to mention the renowned Eltham Cheese Bar!) or the oldest railway station in Inglewood, literary lovers, especially fans of the great bard, may prefer Stratford with its Glockenspiel clock tower performing reenactments of Romeo and Juliet daily.
For those with a green thumb, Taranaki is the place to be with a number of open-to-visit gardens spread across the region, as well as the highly regarded annual Taranaki Garden Festival.
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.
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...
At what age am I eligible for a Retirement Village?
Although you can choose to retire at any age you want, the official retirement age in New Zealand is 65. This is when you become eligible to receive NZ Super (your pension) and typically gain access to their KiwiSaver. The age that you need to be to enter a Retirement...
Do all retirement villages have care on site?
Not every retirement village in Aotearoa New Zealand offers aged care on site, so it's important to understand exactly what support is available before you make a move. The questions below can help you compare villages and get a feel for the level of care you can expect. What services...
Thinking of retirement living? Start here
Retirement villages in New Zealand vary greatly – in size, location, on-site offerings, ownership, philosophy and of course price. Choosing the right one really comes down to finding a village that fits your lifestyle, expectation, and future needs. Before you get your heart set on any particular village or unit,...
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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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Amberley Country Estate - Retirement Village
May Open Day Come explore our brand new villas and Join us for our Open Day Friday May 1st and Saturday the 2nd from 10am to 4pm Canterbury's Most Spacious Retirement Village Just 35 minutes from Christchurch Amberley Country Estate offers spacious grounds, luxurious, energy-efficient villas, and impressive amenities. Our...
Goodfellows Lakeside - Retirement Village
New Lifestyle Village in Te Kauwhata Goodfellows Lakeside is a brand-new lifestyle village for over 60’s with resort-style amenities ready when you move in. With homes from $495,000, and any capital gain is yours to keep.
Elms Court on Middlepark - Retirement Village
Best value one bedroom apartment in Christchurch! Experience fabulous morning sunshine in this large (44m2) serviced apartment that opens up onto a lovely garden outdoor area. Recently renovated, with new paint and carpet this apartment has a modern open plan layout with a kitchenette. A large, ensuite bathroom is accessible...
Remuera Gardens - Retirement Village
Give it a go week You’re invited to experience the benefits of life at Remuera Gardens for yourself. Come along, meet the community and take part in a range of activities designed to keep you active, connected and inspired. From Chair Yoga and Aqua Aerobics to Croquet, Art classes, Indoor...