Wharekaka is a small, intimate retirement village nestled in the rural Wairarapa town of Martinborough. With 12 independent living villas and a 19-bed rest home facility, it offers a genuine sense of community where residents enjoy engaging daytime activities, shared meals, and the support of a dedicated team. Located just three minutes' drive from local shops and walking distance to The Square, residents can maintain an active lifestyle while knowing 24-hour registered nurse care and weekly doctor visits are always on hand.
Wharekaka offers thoughtfully designed independent living villas alongside rest home accommodation, catering to different care needs.
Life at Wharekaka centres on connection and engagement.
Residents enjoy a range of engaging daytime activities that promote social interaction and community involvement. The village provides shared facilities and organises regular outings, while Meals on Wheels service supports independent living.
If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. Wharekaka Village offers these levels of care on site:
Wharekaka is located at 20 Oxford Street in Martinborough, a charming rural town in the South Wairarapa region of Wellington. The village sits in the heart of the community, just a three-minute drive to local shops and within walking distance of The Square. Residents can enjoy the serene beauty of the Wairarapa while remaining connected to the conveniences and character of Martinborough.
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Weekly fees stop when you vacate.
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