Summerset by the Sea sits in an idyllic position right beside the water in Katikati, with easy access to local shops and state highways. Modern, bright homes—villas, townhouses, and serviced apartments—are designed to take advantage of the fantastic Bay of Plenty climate. Living here means an on-site Activities Coordinator keeps a calendar of events and entertainment flowing, while the Divine Café serves fresh, seasonal, locally-grown produce. And should your needs change, the village's continuum of care—from independent living through to hospital-level care—means you never have to leave.
All homes are contemporary and spacious, with quality fixtures and appliances. Choose from villas with 2–3 bedrooms, 2-bedroom townhouses, or serviced apartments.
An on-site Activities Coordinator ensures there's always something planned, and you choose how much or how little to join in.
The Divine Café and in-house catering serve contemporary menus prepared on site with wholesome, seasonal, fresh and locally-grown produce. Indoor and outdoor facilities take full advantage of the Bay of Plenty climate, from the swimming pool and indoor spa to the bowling green and communal gardens.
If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. Summerset by the Sea offers these levels of care on site:
Summerset by the Sea is located at 181 Park Road in Katikati, Western Bay of Plenty, in an idyllic position right beside the water with views across to Matakana Island. The village has easy access to state highways while being close to local shops and pharmacies, making it an ideal retirement destination. The warm Bay of Plenty climate and peaceful coastal setting frame daily life, with the welcoming community of Katikati just minutes away by car.
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Accrues over your first 2 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: 280 days.)
Weekly fees stop when you vacate.
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