Life here
Coastal Villas provides endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation - your retirement, your way.
It's not all go, go, go
Of course, one of the beauties of retirement village living is that while there are a host of recreational and social activities at hand, if peace and solitude are more your style, that’s fine too. You might enjoy the peace and quiet of the library (complete with a large print wing) or pottering in the gardens.
Live life your way
Coastal Villas provides endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation, from pétanque, bowls and croquet, to swimming, fitness in the gym, or creativity in the hobbies room and workshop. A dining room, bar, outdoor barbecue area, leisure centre and hairdressing salon round out the package.
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.
Coastal Villas is at Spencer Russell Drive, Paraparaumu, on the Kāpiti Coast — a stretch of coastline north of Wellington that is known for its relaxed pace, sunny climate, and easy access to beaches and natural reserves. The village sits within easy walking distance of shops, cafés, and public transport.
The Kāpiti Coast has a well-earned reputation as sunnier and more relaxed than the city, with direct rail access if you want it. The coast itself, the Kāpiti Island nature reserve, and the Tararua ranges provide a striking backdrop to everyday life. It suits people who want space, nature, and connection without sacrificing convenience.
Coastlands Shopping Centre, one of the Kāpiti Coast's main retail destinations, is within easy walking distance of the village. Cafés, restaurants, and local services along the Paraparaumu strip are also close by, and Team Medical at Coastlands provides urgent care and GP services.
Kāpiti Health Centre in Paraparaumu provides outpatient clinics and a range of community health services close to the village.
Paraparaumu Station is on the Kāpiti commuter rail line, with regular services into Wellington — a practical option for residents who want to visit the city or for family travelling down from the north. The Kapiti Expressway provides a straightforward drive north up the coast or south to Wellington.
The Kāpiti Coast sits between the Tasman Sea and the Tararua ranges, giving it a landscape that is hard to match. Kāpiti Island, one of New Zealand's most important nature reserves, is clearly visible from the shoreline. The beaches are wide and easy to access, and the wider region has excellent walking tracks. For residents who value being close to nature, it is a genuinely special address.
Coastal Villas has a swimming pool and spa, gym, café, bar, library, croquet and bowling facilities, and beautifully maintained gardens — all set on flat grounds that make them easy to get to and enjoy. It is the kind of on-site offering that means residents rarely need to go far for a good day.
The village runs a regular social activities programme, guest entertainers, handicrafts, and painting classes. Bowls, croquet, the pool, the bar and café generate their own social rhythm, and residents tend to find there is more going on than they initially expected.
Independent living at Coastal Villas means the grounds and shared spaces are maintained for you, the facilities are on your doorstep, and shops, cafés, and transport are within easy walking distance. For serviced apartment residents, additional day-to-day support is available alongside that same lifestyle. It is genuinely low-maintenance living with plenty to fill the time that frees up.