Life here
You'll find active zones for all: veggie gardens for the green thumbs, a space for yoga, pilates, tai chi and a pétanque court.
Industry-leading design
Perfectly poised to capture views of the Waitamatā Harbour and seamlessly integrated with the local neighbourhood, every detail of this village has been thoughtfully designed. From an airy, coastal pavilion looking out over lush native gardens to a state-of-the-art wellness centre with indoor heated pool, bistro style café, bar and salon, the scene has well and truly been set.
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Take a glimpse into what life is like at our village.
FAQs
Capital Sum
The Capital Sum is the price paid for the Occupation Right Agreement (ORA)* to secure your right to occupy the unit of your choice within any Metlifecare village. The Capital Sum varies according to the size and location of the unit you choose. Once all the conditions have been met, the Capital Sum is required to be paid on settlement.
* An Occupation Right Agreement is a legal document that gives you the right to occupy that unit and sets out the terms of your occupation.
Management Fee
The Management Fee, also referred to as the Deferred Management Fee (DMF), provides you with a raft of essential village and dwelling services.
These include:
- The refurbishment of your unit after you leave
- The re-licensing of your unit including all marketing activity
- Legal and settlement fees
- Long-term village maintenance
- Community facility chattels
For independent living units and serviced apartments, the Management Fee is capped at 30% of the original Capital Sum of your unit, with the 30% being accrued monthly at 10% per year for the first three years of occupancy. It is payable on the termination of your ORA, by way of deduction from the original price (i.e. the Capital Sum) of your unit.
Village Fee
When you live in a village you pay a Village Fee. This is a consolidated fee that captures costs such as council rates, water rates, building insurance, the upkeep of community facilities, gardening services, salaries and wages of the staff and village operations. This may vary slightly from village to village, so it's best to check which services are included within the fee and which ones you'll need to organise yourself.
By paying a Village Fee, the hassle of paying existing multiple bills is eliminated – one fee takes care of it all. Our transparent fee is reviewed once per year and won't increase more than the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), helping to give you certainty over your annual outgoings.
Your own costs
Metlifecare is generally responsible for repairs/ maintenance to operator’s interior fittings and fixtures, except if damage is due to carelessness or negligence. Ask our sales team to clarify these details.
You will be responsible for the costs of utilities to the unit such as power, internet and telecommunications, as well as motor vehicle insurance if you have a vehicle. We also recommend you maintain contents insurance for your possessions.
When you live at an established Metlifecare village you pay a village fee to cover costs, such as council rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance, the upkeep of the community facilities, gardening, salaries of the staff and village operations. This simplifies your expenses into one easy to manage village fee, leaving you free to select your own phone, personal contents insurance and electricity providers according to your preference.
Lock up and leave with peace of mind and the freedom to come and go as you please. We will maintain the grounds, clear your letterbox and manage security while you're away.
The village has an extensive range: a heated indoor pool and spa, gym, wellness centre, coastal pavilion, café and bar, library, lounges, hair salon, craft room, workshop, village green, and a bowling green. The coastal pavilion and outdoor spaces make the most of the harbour setting, and the Hobsonville Coastal Walkway runs directly alongside the village. The café and bar are the natural social hub, and the heated pool gives residents year-round access to one of the most popular facilities in the village.
The village runs a regular programme of group activities and social events, with classes including Pilates delivered by local instructors. The facilities pool, gym, craft room, workshop, bowling green support residents who want to follow their own routines alongside those who prefer organised group activities. The walkway and the Catalina Bay precinct nearby mean that daily movement and social connection extend naturally beyond the village boundary.
Relaxed, active, and well-connected to one of Auckland's most appealing waterfront neighbourhoods. Village maintenance is taken care of, which frees up time for the things residents actually want to do whether that is the pool, a walk along the coastal path, coffee at Catalina Bay, or a ferry trip into the city. The scale and quality of the facilities mean that most of what residents need for an engaged, comfortable retirement is right here, with the wider city never more than a short trip away.