Malvina Major Retirement Village
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Retirement living · Johnsonville, Wellington

Malvina Major Retirement Village

Malvina Major Retirement Village Limited · Khandallah, Wellington · stunning views over Ngauranga Gorge and harbour · independent apartments, assisted living + full care
Life Score
90
Exceptional
See what life here is like — then weigh what it means for your family further down.
The village

Life here

Perched in Khandallah with breathtaking views across Wellington Harbour and the Ngauranga Gorge, Malvina Major is a thoughtfully designed community where independence and support live side by side. Whether you're enjoying a swim in the heated pool, catching up with friends at the café, or simply soaking in the peace of your own apartment, life here balances security with freedom. The village is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, and if your care needs change, a state-of-the-art care centre with 116 rooms sits within the same community—so you can age in place without leaving home.

Your home

Living options

Independent & Assisted Living

Light, spacious apartments designed with the 70-plus person in mind, thoughtfully laid out for warmth and comfort year-round. Assisted-living serviced apartments add housekeeping and chef-prepared meals to the independence you love.

Independent apartments
Serviced apartments (assisted living)
Ensuite rooms available
Secure, lockable units
Emergency call system in all units
Living options
A day in the life

What living here is actually like

Community is woven into daily life at Malvina Major.

A Full Life, Getting Richer with Age

From organised entertainment and shopping trips to quiet moments in the library or a game of lawn bowls, there's always something to do. The village café, bar, and dining room are gathering places; the heated swimming pool, spa, and gym keep you active; and the cinema, arts & crafts, and walking groups spark joy and connection.

All-weather bowling green & lawn bowls
Indoor heated swimming pool & spa
Café, bar & dining room
Library & cinema
Gym & exercise classes
Hair salon & beauty salon
Village shop
Chapel & church services
Arts & crafts, cards & board games
Billiards & petanque
Organised entertainment, quizzes, bingo, movie nights
Social outings & trips away
Walking group
Resident dinners & bar happy hours
Always something on
On your doorstep

Facilities & services

Community Centre
Library
Cinema
Computer Room
Workshop / Men's Shed
Hairdresser
Beauty Salon
Village Shop
Chapel
Gym
Billiards / Pool Table
Petanque
Dining Room
Bar
Spa Pool
Bowling Green
Swimming Pool (heated, indoor)
Café
Peace of mind

Care for life, on site

If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. Malvina Major Retirement Village offers these levels of care on site:

IndependentServicedRest homeHospital
✓ Registered nurse available for appointments · Doctor available for appointments · In-home personal assistance (showering, grooming) · Meal deliveries · Housekeeping
Care and community
Where it is

Setting & neighbourhood

Located in Khandallah, Wellington, Malvina Major enjoys a peaceful hillside setting with stunning views overlooking the Ngauranga Gorge and across Wellington Harbour. The neighbourhood offers easy access to Khandallah Village with its supermarket, medical centre, pharmacy, post office, and boutique shops. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Otari-Wilton's Bush, over 100 hectares of native bush with botanic gardens and walking trails. The village is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, providing both tranquillity and connection to the wider community.

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