Merrivale sits on the edge of Te Kamo, a short drive from central Whangārei, surrounded by landscaped gardens where roses bloom in season. Residents enjoy modern serviced apartments with well-designed kitchens, open-plan living and en-suite bathrooms, plus midday meals, housekeeping and laundry included. When care needs change, the dedicated Merrivale Care Home next door means support is always close at hand. Life here balances independence with security—24-hour emergency call systems, security patrols, and a warm community that encourages family involvement in activities from craft fairs to van outings to Town Basin and Onerahi.
Modern serviced apartments designed for both independence and safety.
A vibrant community where residents shape their own days.
Merrivale offers a full activities programme with social outings, shopping trips, and regular events. Residents can enjoy the community centre, library, garden plots, and dining room. Family involvement is encouraged—recent highlights include resident-organised craft fairs and fancy lunches at local venues.
If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. Merrivale Retirement Village offers these levels of care on site:
Merrivale is located in the peaceful Kamo countryside on the edge of Te Kamo, Whangārei, only a short drive from central Whangārei. Te Kamo village shops are within walking distance, and the village is close to several golf courses. Popular destinations for van outings include Town Basin and Onerahi. The setting combines rural tranquility with convenient access to local amenities and community.
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Accrues over your first 3 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. (Operator-stated average: 205 days.)
Weekly fees stop when you vacate, and interest is payable if your capital is returned late.
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