Olive Estate was created with a clear vision: to offer a vibrant, supportive community where residents enjoy modern living and independence in a beautiful setting. Nestled in the heart of Tasman, the village blends comfort, style, and thoughtful care. Under the leadership of Managing Director Kristin Nimmo—who brings over 30 years of retirement living expertise—the community is designed to feel less like a place to live and more like a place to belong, where friendships flourish and family always feels welcome.
Choose from modern villas and townhouses offering independence and comfort in a supportive community setting.
Life at Olive Estate centres on connection, activity, and access to what matters most.
Residents enjoy exceptional facilities, beautiful shared spaces, and access to Nelson Tasman's rich natural surroundings and activities. The village fosters friendships and meaningful engagement, with a dedicated team supporting hospitality, home maintenance, and healthcare services.
If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. Olive Estate Lifestyle Village offers these levels of care on site:
Olive Estate is nestled in the heart of the Tasman region, in Richmond. The village is positioned to offer residents access to Nelson Tasman's rich natural surroundings and activities, creating a lifestyle where independence and community connection thrive in a beautiful setting.
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You've seen why you'd love it. This is the part most families only discover at the exit statement — so we put it in plain sight. Every figure is from the village's own filed Disclosure Statement.
The Capital Back score is a transparent weighting of five filed terms — you can see exactly where this village wins and loses.
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Accrues over your first 3 years, charged on the entry price.
You keep a share of any increase in the licence value at resale.
Your capital is repaid once the unit is re-licensed to a new resident. (Operator-stated average: 540 days.)
Weekly fees continue until the unit resells.
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