The Botanic stands out from the crowd
Most retirement villages attract new residents from within a 15km radius but The Botanic Silverdale is proving so popular, enquiries are coming from retirees living beyond Auckland’s borders.
The $500m state-of-the-art retirement village has been under development on the Hibiscus Coast for almost three years and is home to many world class facilities. More than 120 residents have moved in to villas or apartments, and more retirees will shortly move in to the newly completed Nikau apartments.
“Some of our residents have secured an apartment or villa because they are easy-care and they want to head overseas or take off in their campervans. The ‘lock up and leave’ lifestyle is really appealing to so many of our residents,” says Michelle Pipping, one of the sales consultants at The Botanic.
The Clubhouse is the social heart of the resort-style village and includes a café, lounge, bar, dining space, and barbeque area. It was officially opened in October, and Silverdale locals have been regularly popping in for coffee or lunch.
The opening of The Clubhouse also coincided with the completion of many world class facilities including the Wellness Centre with an indoor 20m swimming pool, sauna, steam room, therapy pool, gym and fitness studio. All facilities are now fully open and available to The Botanic’s residents.
Pipping says The Botanic continues to attract Hibiscus Coast Residents, but they are also fielding enquiries from as far away as the Bay of Plenty, Waikato, Blenheim, the Bay of Islands, and Australia.
“What’s different about The Botanic is that we don’t tell retirees how to live, but we provide them with a beautiful environment that encourages them to live well. It’s also a coup that we are close to Auckland and have brilliant transports links and connections, but it’s only a hop, skip and a jump away from Orewa’s restaurants and beach as well.”
The Botanic will also accommodate an independent pre-school centre which will eventually cater for 100 children. It is designed to create ‘intergenerational engagement’ between elders and pre-schoolers.
Once completed, the eight-hectare site will have 84 villas and 354 apartments for independent living residents. An aged care home, and specialist memory care facilities will also follow.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes The Botanic Silverdale different from other retirement villages?
The Botanic Silverdale stands out because it offers a resort-style retirement experience where residents enjoy independence, world-class amenities, and a strong sense of community. Unlike many villages that primarily attract locals within a small radius, The Botanic draws retirees from across New Zealand and even Australia thanks to its modern design, prime location, and easy-care “lock up and leave” lifestyle.
What amenities and facilities are available at The Botanic Silverdale?
Residents at The Botanic enjoy access to The Clubhouse, the social hub featuring a café, bar, dining space, and barbeque area, as well as the Wellness Centre, complete with a 20m indoor pool, sauna, steam room, therapy pool, gym, and fitness studio. These world-class facilities promote an active, healthy, and connected lifestyle for retirees.
How large is The Botanic Silverdale, and what will it include when completed?
Once fully developed, The Botanic will span eight hectares and include 84 villas and 354 apartments designed for independent living. It will also feature an aged care home, specialist memory care facilities, and even an independent pre-school to foster intergenerational engagement between children and residents, making it one of the most innovative retirement communities in New Zealand.
