There are 10 retirement villages in the Wairarapa. Many consider Wairarapa as the hidden gem of the North Island. You’ll find retirement villages throughout the region, from Masterton, ‘NZ’s Best Little City’, to the winemaking region of Martinborough. If you enjoy sunny summers and crisp winters, Wairarapa might be your place to call home.
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Why choose a Retirement Village in Wairarapa?
Over the hill or through the railway tunnel from our capital city is one of the country’s best kept secrets: the Wairarapa. Each town in the Wairarapa has its own charm and community style. Greytown’s Edwardian buildings and tempting shops and cafes draw Wellingtonians across the hill, as do Martinborough’s vineyards. Featherston’s many bookshops form the focus for its annual Booktown Festival, with events and guest speakers. Carterton still retains its rural hub atmosphere, and hosts an annual A&P Show at Clareville. Masterton, home of the Golden Shears, is the main shopping centre for the region, and the base for the regional hospital. Long established communities offer many activities from bowling clubs to choirs and drama societies.
Warm, sunny summers and crisp winters make for plentiful fresh vegetables and berry and stonefruit. Martinborough, Gladstone and Masterton are the main winemaking areas, with many wineries open for tastings. You can ride the shuttle bus at the annual Toast Martinborough festival to explore wineries, cellar doors and food. Then in February relax by the Ruamāhanga River at the Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival, listening to live music and sampling local wines paired with food.
You’ll find a cluster of retirement villages in Masterton, with others in the smaller towns like Carterton and Martinborough, and new developments underway, that offer a range of properties, price points and options.
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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Rates Rebate in a retirement village
Retirement village residents who hold a Licence to Occupy may be eligible for the Government's full Rates Rebate, as long as they meet the income criteria. Each year, usually in mid-June, the Government updates the income and rebate thresholds. You can find more information on rates rebates in retirement villages...
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What are the pros and cons of living in a village?
Approximately 14% of the people aged 75 and older choose to live in a village – and that number is set to increase as our population continues to age. It is estimated that 26,000 retirement village units will need to be built by 2033 just to keep up with current...
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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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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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Home and Community
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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The full service options for all the support and levels of care you could need.
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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...
The Sterling, Kaiapoi - Retirement Village
Something new is coming to The Sterling, Kaiapoi! For the first time ever, we’re introducing thoughtfully designed independent living townhouses in three perfect sizes: 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. This is your opportunity to be among the very first to call one of these beautiful homes yours! There's limited time...