Set on eight precious acres in Burnside, The Russley Village was conceived not as a traditional retirement community but as a genuine village—close enough for friends and family to visit easily, yet spacious and calm with award-winning gardens. The Ashley Suites won the Built and Grown Environment Award for how considered design and quality are delivering positive outcomes for residents. Here, you move through life's chapters seamlessly, from independent living through to full care, all within a community built on the reassurance of quality.
Private, spacious homes designed for comfort and independence, with the option to transition to higher care as needs change.
The Russley Homestead serves as the majestic centrepiece, housing the main community facilities.
A vibrant calendar of social events, dining experiences, and leisure pursuits keeps residents engaged. The village is close to Christchurch's central city, offering easy access to shopping, arts, crafts, and time with loved ones.
If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. The Russley Village offers these levels of care on site:
The Russley Village occupies eight acres in the northwest of Christchurch, in the Burnside neighbourhood. The location was chosen for its balance: close enough to the heart of the city for friends and family to visit easily, yet offering space, calm, and beautiful gardens. Residents enjoy proximity to Christchurch's central city amenities—shopping, arts, crafts, and cultural activities—while maintaining a peaceful, village-like setting.
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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: 102 days.)
Weekly fees continue until the unit resells.
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