Trends New Zealand Trends Volume 32 No 4 New Zealand | Page 73

Taking your foot off the pedal and relaxing? Maybe. Living life to the fullest at the same time? Most definitely. Opting to buy your next home in a retirement village in the 21st century is all about freedom and the pleasure of engaging with like-minded souls. The picture today is of stylish, classic villas in a quiet, beautiful setting. Securing your own high-end villa in an environment like St Andrew’s Village means making the most of an independent lifestyle, backed by behind-the-scenes services that give you and your family peace of mind. An attractive facade, a beautifully tiled roof, your car securely garaged, and a welcoming solid-wood front door opening to tasteful interiors that you’ve chosen yourself – these are just a few snapshots of your life at St Andrew’s. The Village has the look and feel of an upmarket residential suburb. Set on 14ha parklike grounds in Auckland’s eastern suburbs, it looks out over the tidal Tamaki estuary. From here, there’s easy access to many of the city’s favourite dining and shopping districts such as St Heliers, Mission Bay, Eastridge and Remuera. It is peaceful and safe here, and views from your living spaces and decks are either of the Above left: St Andrew’s Village lives up to its village name with community areas and classic, tiled homes – the picture of a local, caring community. Above: Welcome home. Your own place, your own solid front door. St Andrew’s celebrates independent living balanced with the exact level of care, if and when it is needed. search | save | share at trendsideas.com