Our latest construction update flies you under the roof tent of the Rimu apartment building, and gives you a sneak peek inside some of the apartments. The tent conceals the size of MAKO’s construction team who are busy inside, and remain on-track to complete the build in December.
The update also shows the progression of the retaining working on Bronzewater Drive which is the elevated road at the rear of the village. Bronzewater will accommodate 15 duplex villas with another 15 lower-level villas accessed from Perennial Place or Sage Close.
This month’s drone update captures some of the extensive earthmoving work that is underway at the rear of the village. Our build partners, MAKO, are preparing the rear of the village for the stage of single-level duplex villas.
It also showcases the Community Gardens where everything is growing in great abundance under the care of the village’s Resident gardeners.
Spring is just around the corner, and we are eagerly anticipating the village’s magical landscaping coming to life.
This month’s drone update sweeps you across our village, and flies over the Rimu apartments with the newly fitted Roof Tent. The top-floor concrete has now been poured which is a significant milestone in our development.
Construction on the Rimu apartment complex began in September 2023 and is The Botanic Silverdale’s second apartment complex. Once completed later in 2025, the 4,590sqm building will house 32 apartments in three, two, and one-bedroom configurations as well as underground parking.
You can secure an apartment today for a fully refundable $5k deposit, and move in later in 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What progress has been made on the Rimu Apartments at The Botanic Silverdale?
The July drone footage shows major progress on the Rimu Apartments, including the completion of the top-floor concrete pour and installation of the newly fitted roof tent, a key construction milestone. The footage offers a sweeping view of the village and showcases how quickly the development is taking shape.
When will the Rimu Apartments be completed?
Construction on the Rimu Apartments began in September 2023 and is expected to be completed later in 2025. Once finished, the 4,590 sqm building will feature 32 modern apartments with one, two, and three-bedroom options, plus underground parking for residents.
How can I secure a Rimu Apartment at The Botanic Silverdale?
You can reserve your preferred Rimu Apartment today with a fully refundable $5,000 deposit. This allows you to secure your new home now and plan to move in once the development is completed in 2025. To learn more or arrange a visit, contact The Botanic’s Sales Team.
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.
Construction has begun on the second apartment building at The Botanic Silverdale with 32 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments expected to be completed in the later part of 2025.
MAKO Construction’s large hammerhead tower crane has become a familiar sight to Silverdale commuters, and is now hovering over the foundations of the new, four-story, Rimu apartment building, which mirrors the recently completed Nikau apartments.
The crane has a maximum lifting capacity of 12 tonnes, and will fulfil 95% of the lifting capability for the new apartment building.
“The peak construction months will be August through to November, and at that point we’re anticipating up to 100 contractors will be on the job every day. It’s fantastic for the development of our village, but also a boon for the local Silverdale economy too,” says Alan Edwards, a Director at The Botanic Silverdale.
“I sometimes have to remind people that you have to be 65 to move into The Botanic. I’ve had the occasional person in their fifties ask if they can move in!”
On the northern side of the site, more than 100 tonnes of concrete has been poured into the piles and foundations of a large retaining wall which stabilises the site, and ensures construction doesn’t impact a natural creek below the development.
“If you walk through our village you’ll notice our homes, the pathways and our beautiful landscaping, but behind it all is a remarkable feat of modern engineering,” says Edwards.
The Botanic Silverdale is home to more than 150 residents, and the village is expected to grow beyond 200 retirees in the second half of 2025, following the completion of the Nikau apartments.
“Interest has been strong. We’ve sold more than a third of the apartments off-the-plans already,” says Michelle Pipping, a Millwater resident, and a member of The Botanic’s sales team.
The recently opened Clubhouse Café is proving popular with Silverdale residents. Pipping says it’s bringing more footfall to the village, and locals are developing a greater understanding of resort-style retirement living.
“I sometimes have to remind people that you have to be 65 to move into The Botanic. I’ve had the occasional person in their fifties ask if they can move in!”
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 eventually complete the full suite of retirement care options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rimu Apartment building at The Botanic Silverdale?
The Rimu Apartment building is the second apartment complex under construction at The Botanic Silverdale. It will feature 32 modern one, two, and three-bedroom apartments spread across four stories. The development mirrors the design of the recently completed Nikau Apartments and is expected to be completed in the latter part of 2025.
When will construction of the Rimu Apartments be completed, and what progress has been made so far?
Construction began in early 2024 and is progressing steadily. The foundations and retaining walls are already in place, supported by over 100 tonnes of concrete to stabilize the site and protect a nearby natural creek. With MAKO Construction’s tower crane handling most of the heavy lifting, the peak building months are expected between August and November, with up to 100 contractors working on-site daily. Completion is anticipated later in 2025.
Who can live at The Botanic Silverdale, and how is the village growing?
The Botanic Silverdale is designed for residents aged 65 and over, offering a resort-style retirement living experience. The village is already home to more than 150 residents and is set to grow beyond 200 retirees once the Rimu Apartments are finished. The full eight-hectare community will eventually include 84 villas, 354 apartments, a clubhouse café, an aged care home, and specialist memory care facilities, creating a complete, vibrant retirement destination.
Every month we film our progress at The Botanic Silverdale.
Our June update shows the development and landscaping of our Community Gardens, and the 24 raised beds which are shaped into a gentle arch to mimic a silver fern frond.
Our gardens are a resident-led project, and are already producing fresh vegetables for our retirees every week.
Find our Show Home
GO9, Nikau Apartments, 2 Evergreen Drive, Silverdale
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the June drone footage at The Botanic Silverdale highlight?
The June drone footage captures the latest progress around The Botanic Silverdale, with a special focus on the development and landscaping of the Community Gardens. It beautifully showcases the 24 raised garden beds, designed in a gentle arch that mimics the shape of a silver fern frond, reflecting The Botanic’s connection to nature and New Zealand’s landscape.
Who manages The Botanic’s Community Gardens?
The Community Gardens are a resident-led initiative, meaning residents take the lead in planting, tending, and harvesting. This hands-on project not only provides fresh vegetables every week but also fosters a sense of community, connection, and purpose among the residents.
Where can I visit The Botanic Silverdale’s Show Home?
You can find The Botanic’s Show Home at GO9, Nikau Apartments, 2 Evergreen Drive, Silverdale. It’s the perfect place to explore what life at The Botanic offers and to see firsthand the high-quality design and thoughtful features of the village.
The Clubhouse Café is one of Silverdale’s best café restaurants.
Bookings aren’t essential but if you’d like to dine on Friday and Saturday evenings, we do recommend you making a booking. Just call 027 389 3511 or email theclubhousecafe@thebotanic.co.nz and we’ll pop your name in the book.
Our menu is skilfully prepared by our talented team of chefs, and we have an extensive range of cabinet food which is freshly made and updated throughout the day with sweet and savoury treats. There is always great coffee, a fresh Curry Of The Day, and you can enjoy a glass of wine or a craft beer from our well-appointed bar.
The Clubhouse Café hours are:
8am-3pm: Sunday to Thursday
8am-7pm: Friday and Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the opening hours of The Clubhouse Café at The Botanic Silverdale?
The Clubhouse Café is open Sunday to Thursday from 8am to 3pm, and Friday and Saturday from 8am to 7pm. Whether you’re after a morning coffee, lunch, or a relaxed evening meal, the café offers a welcoming space for both residents and visitors.
Do I need to make a booking to dine at The Clubhouse Café?
Bookings aren’t required, but they are recommended for Friday and Saturday evenings due to high demand. To reserve a table, you can call 027 389 3511 or email theclubhousecafe@thebotanic.co.nz, and the team will happily confirm your booking.
What type of food and drinks does The Clubhouse Café offer?
The café serves a diverse menu prepared by skilled chefs, featuring both sweet and savoury cabinet options that change throughout the day. Guests can enjoy freshly brewed coffee, a daily curry special, and a selection of wine or craft beer from the bar, making it one of Silverdale’s best café restaurants for any occasion.
Our resident-led Community Garden is open.
It was the British poet, Alfred Austin who so eloquently described the spiritual benefits of tending a garden.
“The glory of gardening: hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to feed not just the body, but the soul,” he said.
It is a quote that rings true at The Botanic Silverdale where an experienced landscaping team have worked tirelessly to design, plant, and nurture the village’s native and exotic gardens. Pathways meander through the village, and mature natives line the banks of a stream that borders The Clubhouse.
Villa residents can, if they wish, tend their own gardens, but a sizeable community garden is also under construction at The Botanic including two 26m2 ‘Winter Gardenz’ glasshouses which are connected by a pergola.
“There are 24 planter boxes in total and when viewed from above, they resemble a fern,” says Michelle Pipping, a Millwater resident and a sales consultant at The Botanic.
Once completed, there will be bench seats, tables and chairs, and a BBQ area to support residents to spend time together in the garden area, or host visiting friends and family.
The planter boxes and glasshouses will be surrounded by an edible garden of fruit trees including feijoa, citrus, persimmon, fig, apple, avocado, stone fruits, grapes, and berries.
Resident Alan Ferguson is the Chairman of the Community Garden and says the area will foster a sense of companionship and connection, and will allow residents to share their experience and knowledge of growing fresh produce.
“I definitely like to get my hands in the soil. I had a large garden before I moved to The Botanic and it provided us with fresh produce for most of the year. I’m really looking forward to watching the community garden take shape,” he says.
“I don’t think you can underestimate how beneficial it is to our wellbeing when we spend time outside and surrounded by nature.”
Michelle says The Botanic’s landscaped gardens and commitment to creating a village ‘surrounded by nature’ are key reasons why many retirees have chosen to move to The Botanic.
“I don’t think you can underestimate how beneficial it is to our wellbeing when we spend time outside and surrounded by nature. I know there are many residents who can’t wait to get stuck in and get planting.”
The gardening group is anticipating the first fresh produce will be harvested in Spring.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is special about The Botanic Silverdale’s Community Garden?
The Community Garden at The Botanic Silverdale is a resident-led project designed to foster connection, wellbeing, and sustainability. It features 24 planter boxes arranged in the shape of a fern, two 26m² glasshouses, and an edible garden with fruit trees such as feijoa, citrus, avocado, and berries, creating a space where residents can grow fresh produce and enjoy nature together.
Who can participate in The Botanic’s Community Garden?
All residents of The Botanic Silverdale are welcome to participate in the Community Garden. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or simply enjoy spending time outdoors, the space encourages residents to share knowledge, cultivate vegetables and fruit, and build friendships through a shared passion for gardening.
What are the benefits of having a community garden at The Botanic Silverdale?
The garden promotes physical activity, social interaction, and emotional wellbeing. As resident and Community Garden Chair Alan Ferguson shares, gardening provides not only fresh produce but also a sense of companionship and connection with nature. The project reflects The Botanic’s vision of a village surrounded by nature, where residents can nurture both body and soul.
Our latest drone footage from The Botanic Silverdale takes us on a journey of our village, and sweeps across to the beautiful Nikau apartments which are under construction now. This is the perfect location to look across our magnificent gardens, and keep an eye on the busy Silverdale community.
Drone Footage FAQS
Can I view drone footage of The Botanic before visiting in person?
Yes! We regularly share drone footage to showcase the village, gardens, and ongoing developments, giving prospective residents a clear view of life at The Botanic before their visit.
What new developments are happening at The Botanic Silverdale?
Our Nikau apartments are currently under construction, adding modern, beautifully designed living spaces that complement the village’s nature-rich environment and community lifestyle.
Does the drone footage show all areas of the village?
Our drone updates highlight key areas, including gardens, pathways, and communal spaces, providing an overview of the village layout and ongoing projects while preserving residents’ privacy.
How often does The Botanic share these monthly updates?
We provide monthly updates to keep residents and the wider community informed about village developments, upcoming projects, and the ever-evolving beauty of our gardens and facilities.
