Location
30 Matarangi Road,
Botany Downs
Contact
Reception: 9am to 5pm
Reception: 09 272 2467
Sales Enquiries: 09 533 0610
Email: sarahh@metlifecare.co.nz
Accommodation Types
Independent Living
Independent living at its best
Soaring, light-filled atriums, sweeping grounds, and a sculptured internal feature garden? Sounds more like a resort than a retirement village. But at Metlifecare’s Dannemora Gardens residents enjoy a holiday vibe all year round, in a village purpose-designed for recreation, relaxation and easy living.
Come and experience our warm welcome
Home to a welcoming community of active retirees, Dannemora Gardens offers modern independent apartment living just a stone’s throw from bustling Botany Town Centre. Book a tour to come and see for yourself why our residents love the lifestyle.
Book a tourLocated in the heart of bustling Botany, Dannemora Gardens is a village we’re proud of! From it’s beautiful apartments with high class fit-outs through to our energetic and social residents who enjoy lots of different activities. Whether it be an art tour or a walking group trip to Waiheke Island, there’s always something on offer..
The covered walkways mean the gardens can be enjoyed year round. Spacious, light-filled apartments enjoy views out into the sweeping grounds. Dannemora Gardens is proud of its vibrant community of active residents, friendly staff, exciting outings, and happy hour! You can also see the wellness nurse about any concerns you have.
For trips further afield, the transport hub in Botany Town Centre will take you anywhere. The Town Centre is a short flat stroll away, where you can enjoy its 150+ shops and range of dining options.
Take a personal tour in one of our homes with Clara at Dannemora Gardens
Dannemora Gardens rewards your love of life with ample opportunities for recreation and relaxation. If you prefer more relaxing pursuits, we have a library and a lounge area for bridge and mah jong, as well as a cinema area, restaurant/café and bar, which are perfect for visiting friends and family. For those times when you just want to spoil yourself you can book a treatment in the hair salon.
We look forward to seeing you, come with your friends and family if you wish.
Restaurant
Savour your time with family & friends
Light and bright in the summer, and warm and cosy on a cold winter day, Twin Palms Restaurant & Café at Dannemora Gardens is an ideal place to bring your favourite people together. We have a large servery and bar, and frequently update our menu with delicious offerings.
We’re open 7 days, for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, as well as morning and afternoon tea.
Breakfast, morning tea and lunch from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Afternoon tea from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Dinner from 6pm (bookings essential please call reception 09 272 2467 9am to 5pm)
Open Days & Events
There are no open day events planned at the moment, but don’t let that stop you paying us a visit! Drop in and say hello or contact us to arrange a village tour at a time which suits you.

To view a typical month's activity calendar for this village click here
Accommodation types
Independent apartments
Pure comfort. True class.
You’ll gain a new lease of life by taking residence in one of Dannemora Gardens spacious self-contained apartments. Complete with state-of-the-art security, these stunning, architecturally designed homes and beautifully landscaped grounds are all maintained for you. There are 201 apartments in total ranging from a secure 1 bedroom to an expansive 3 bedroom option. We’ve taken care of the essentials from the latest in kitchen and laundry appliances to neutral toned carpets, so you can furnish your new apartment according to your tastes.
You are welcome to visit us and see which apartment would suit you best!
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