Set on 12 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens fringed by native bush alive with birdsong, Settlers exudes contemporary luxury and independence. The village is home to 246 thoughtfully designed one, two, and three-bedroom apartments and townhouses, each fitted with modern conveniences and fresh, light interiors. Residents immediately sense they belong here—a special energy that has earned Settlers the North Island's Best Large Lifestyle Village award four years running. Life unfolds around the Lodge hub, where a heated pool, spa, gym, cinema, restaurant, and café create a resort-like atmosphere, while bowling greens, croquet lawns, and petanque courts dot the grounds.
Choose from spacious, easy-care apartments and townhouses with modern kitchens, bathrooms, and natural light. All homes feature secure lockable windows and doors, and are within easy walking distance of village amenities.
Every day feels like a vacation at Settlers.
The village pulses with resident-led activities, social gatherings, and wellness programs. From morning aquasize classes to evening happy hours, from ukulele groups to line dancing, there's always something to do. Dining options range from the restaurant to the café, with special dinners and morning teas available. The library, cinema, and arts & crafts studios cater to quieter pursuits, while the men's shed and computer room serve practical interests.
If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. Settlers Lifestyle Village offers these levels of care on site:
Settlers Lifestyle Village sits on 12 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens on Albany Highway in Albany, North Shore, Auckland. The grounds are fringed by native bush alive with birdsong, creating a peaceful, nature-immersed setting. The village is a gated, secure community with locked front gates at night and security cameras throughout. Despite its tranquil, resort-like environment, residents enjoy easy access to local amenities and services.
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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: 173.4 days.)
Weekly fees continue until the unit resells.
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