Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village sits in beautifully landscaped gardens on Rangatira Road, just minutes from Verran's Corner and Auckland city. Named after New Zealand's legendary cricket batsman, the village embodies resilience and aspiration—qualities reflected in its approach to retirement living. Whether you're enjoying your own sanctuary or making the most of village amenities like the heated pool, cinema, or bowling green, life here balances independence with the warmth of a thriving community. As your needs change, the on-site care centre with 118 rooms offers seamless access to rest home, hospital, and specialist dementia care.
Light, spacious apartments designed with the 70-plus person in mind. Independent apartments offer security and community; assisted-living serviced apartments add housekeeping, chef-prepared meals, and personal support.
Community is central to life at Bert Sutcliffe.
From organised events and shopping trips to activities that inspire movement, there's always something to do. Enjoy chef-prepared meals in the dining room, catch a movie with friends, play bowls or petanque, or simply unwind in the café or bar.
If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village offers these levels of care on site:
Bert Sutcliffe Village is located on Rangatira Road in Birkenhead, close to Verran's Corner, with beautiful panoramic views over Kauri Point and beyond. The village sits in landscaped gardens and enjoys excellent connectivity: Birkenhead shops, cafés, and restaurants are just around the corner, Auckland city centre is a mere 15 minutes away, and the northern motorway is close by. An inner harbour ferry operates just a short drive away, offering a 15-minute crossing to explore everything the city offers.
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Accrues over your first 2.5 years, charged on the entry price.
Any increase in the licence value at resale is kept entirely by the operator.
Your capital is repaid once the unit is re-licensed to a new resident.
Weekly fees stop when you vacate.
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