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4-star 71%
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27 Somme Street, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand 8014
Key Facts
- Reviews: 7
- Rank: 287 of 510 Villages
- Dwellings: 59
- Fee model: ORA / LTO — 10% per year, for 2 years + 10% upfront. — Maximum 30%
- Min age: 65
Services Offered
- 2 Bedroom Villa
- 2 Bedroom Apartment
- 1 bedroom Apartment
- Continuum of care
- RETIREMENT VILLAGES
Service Information
Facility information supplied by provider.
This business is part of Metlifecare Ltd [VILLAGES].
Merivale Retirement Village, located in St Albans in Christchurch is stated as "luxury retirement living set amongst elegant gardens and lawns, surrounded by comfort and companionship. Situated in one of Christchurch's most desirable suburbs, the village enjoys a uniquely cultured environment that is both genteel and relaxing."
With options of one and two bedroom apartments and villas for independent retirement living.
No. of Dwellings: 59
(Last Updated: 26th February 2025)
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Resident Reviews for MERIVALE RETIREMENT VILLAGE
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NPS
4.3
(7 reviews)
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These reviews are selected to show a range of resident experiences. They are not intended to represent the percentage distribution of all reviews shown above.
I would recommend [this place] to anyone
5 / 5 ★I would recommend it to anyone.
Four star review
4 / 5 ★maintain happy hours etc of palazzo area. Keep regular checks on quality of food
Very Private. Large Garden
4 / 5 ★I have had a very happy 10 years here - with my husband for first 4 before his dementia (than full hospital). Couldn't fault this vallage. April 2019 new very modern care home opened for care hospital residents. Good management would be assured.
Empathetic
4 / 5 ★More staff who can understand English.
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