Nestled in Woodend, North Canterbury, Ravenswood is a world-standard community designed for modern, easy living. This fifth Freedom Village brings an innovative financial model to the South Island, where residents enjoy a like-minded community with shared interests and the freedom to live life their way. With resort-style facilities and a perfect lock-up-and-leave lifestyle, every day feels like a holiday—surrounded by championship golf courses, beaches, and scenic walkways.
Secure, low-maintenance, and future-proof homes ranging from one to three bedrooms, designed for independent living with seamless indoor-outdoor flow.
Resort-style facilities and organised activities create a vibrant community lifestyle.
Spend time how you want with ample communal spaces and resort-style amenities. From the self-serve bar and commercial kitchen to the gym, cinema, and petanque court, there's always something to enjoy. The village van offers resident-driven outings, and the motorhome facilities make it easy to explore while maintaining your home base.
If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. Freedom Lifestyle Villages at Ravenswood offers these levels of care on site:
Located at 30 Bob Robertson Drive in Woodend, North Canterbury, Ravenswood sits in a prime position for active over-50s living. The village is surrounded by championship golf courses, pristine beaches, and scenic walkways, offering residents easy access to outdoor recreation and natural beauty. The lock-up-and-leave design makes it ideal for those who want to travel and explore while maintaining a secure home base. The motorhome-friendly facilities cater to those who love adventure, with dedicated storage, dump stations, and washing equipment.
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Weekly fees continue until the unit resells.
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