Set in beautifully landscaped gardens in Stoke, Ernest Rutherford Village offers sweeping views of Tasman Bay and Mt Arthur. Residents enjoy architecturally designed townhouses and apartments, with the security of knowing a state-of-the-art care centre sits within the same community should their needs change. Whether you're playing bowls with friends, swimming in the heated indoor pool, or simply soaking up the peace in your own sanctuary, life here blends independence with vibrant community connection.
Light, spacious homes designed with the 70-plus person in mind. Independent townhouses and apartments offer security and easy living; assisted-living serviced apartments add chef-prepared meals and housekeeping support.
Community is central to life here.
A brand-new café, all-weather bowling green, heated indoor swimming pool, spa, library, gym, hair and beauty salon, bar and village shop create spaces to connect, unwind and thrive. Organised events, shopping trips, movie nights and guest speakers keep life engaging.
If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village offers these levels of care on site:
Ernest Rutherford Village is wonderfully located in Stoke, Nelson, with sweeping views of Tasman Bay and Mt Arthur. The neighbourhood offers easy access to local attractions including Pic's Peanut Butter World (factory tours and tastings), the Nelson Classic Car Museum (150+ immaculate classic cars and Little Engine Eatery café), and Broadgreen Historic House & Rose Garden with over 3,000 plants. Close to Stoke shops, the village sits in a peaceful, scenic setting ideal for those seeking both community connection and natural beauty.
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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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