Forest Lake Gardens

Forest Lake Gardens is a retirement village in Te Rapa, on the northern edge of Hamilton. Set within well-established gardens with flowing fountains, the village sits directly alongside Te Rapa Racecourse and offers independent living in a spacious, landscaped setting.

The village occupies a front-row position beside Te Rapa Racecourse, and the wide, open racecourse grounds form a natural backdrop across the site. From homes and shared areas, residents look out over the course, with the Waikato hills, including Mt Pirongia, visible on the horizon. Mature gardens, flowing fountains, and flat, wide streets give the village a park-like quality that is uncommon in a residential setting.

The village offers two-bedroom villas with private outdoor space, a clothesline, and a single garage, as well as one, two, and three bedroom apartments. Across both home types, there are 198 dwellings in total, with a range of aspects and layouts to choose from.

Forest Lake Gardens is an independent living village, designed for those who want a self-reliant retirement lifestyle within the security and community of a managed village. The flat, accessible grounds and wide village streets make it easy to get around on foot or by bicycle.

Come and see it for yourself. You can book a tour through our website, call us on 07 849 8233, or request an information pack sent to your door. Once you walk through the gardens, take in the racecourse views, and get a feel for the community, much becomes clear.