William Sanders Village sits on Ngataringa Road in the character-filled seaside suburb of Devonport, where many residents have simply moved up the road from their family homes to stay within their beloved local community. The village offers an idyllic coastal lifestyle with fabulous harbour views and access to onsite amenities including a café, bar, hair and beauty salon, workshop, library, swimming pool and spa, gym, and bowling green. Whether you're seeking independent living with the security of a vibrant community, or assisted living with chef-prepared meals and housekeeping support, William Sanders provides a retirement filled with opportunity and connection.
Modern apartments designed with the 70-plus person in mind, featuring spacious open-plan layouts, double glazing, and the latest kitchen and bathroom designs. Assisted living apartments come with support packages including housekeeping and chef-prepared meals, with flexible support levels to suit your needs.
Community is central to life at William Sanders, with amenities designed to encourage connection, skill-sharing, and active living.
Residents enjoy a vibrant social calendar with resident dinners, social outings, and activities ranging from arts & crafts to lawn bowls. The village offers a cinema for movie nights with friends, a workshop for hobbies, a library, billiards room, and recreation spaces. Stay active with exercise classes, swimming, spa sessions, and all-weather bowling. Dining options include a restaurant/café and bar, with chef-prepared meals available daily.
If your health changes, you won't have to leave the place you know. William Sanders Retirement Village offers these levels of care on site:
William Sanders Village is located on Ngataringa Road in Devonport, a historic and character-filled seaside suburb on Auckland's North Shore. The village sits close to Ngataringa Park with sandy beaches nearby, offering residents an idyllic coastal lifestyle with fabulous harbour views. Devonport is a charming neighbourhood with many eateries, shops, and local attractions including the Navy Museum at Torpedo Bay, Narrow Neck Beach with its golden sand and views of Rangitoto Island, and the Devonport Ferry Terminal, which connects to the Auckland CBD in just 12–15 minutes. Many residents have chosen to move up the road from their family homes, enabling them to stay within their beloved local community without the stress of house maintenance.
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