Retirement Village
Retirement Village
Retirement Village
Retirement Village
Retirement Village
Retirement Village
Retirement Village
Retirement Village
Retirement Village
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5-star 55%
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4-star 28%
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3-star 11%
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1-2 star
6%
Last 12 months : 98.33% (12 reviews)
2 Wharewaka Road, Wharewaka, Taupo, New Zealand 3330
Key Facts
- Reviews: 53
- Rank: 165 of 510 Villages
- Dwellings: 146
- Fee model: ORA / LTO — 6% per year, for 4 years + 6% upfront. — Maximum 30%
- Min age: 70
Services Offered
- Serviced Apartments
- 3+ Bedroom Villa
- 2 Bedroom Villa
- 2 Bedroom Apartment
- 1 bedroom Apartment
- RETIREMENT VILLAGES
Service Information
Facility information supplied by provider.
This business is part of SUMMERSET GROUP HOLDINGS LTD.
Summerset by the Lake offers a scenic, low-maintenance lifestyle in a beautifully landscaped and spacious village. Nestled by the mountainous vistas of Lake Taupō, our village features resort-style facilities, resident access to boat sheds, and campervan parking, making for an idyllic retirement destination. Enjoy a leisurely life, with peace of mind in our friendly village.
No. of Dwellings: 146
Management
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Resident Activities
Living at Summerset means being part of a vibrant community, it's easy to meet friends and family for coffee at our Divine Café and enjoy the facilities including our communal lounge, library, computers, pool table, exercise room, hairdresser and all-weather bowling green. And, if you're keen to get involved, there are regular activities and events to keep you busy.
(Last Updated: 9th July 2025)
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No. of Dwellings in Village
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Resident Reviews for SUMMERSET BY THE LAKE
Review scores and rankings calculated from verified Village Advisor resident-review data.
4.3
(53 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.
In a great position
5 / 5 ★My husband and I really enjoy living here. It feels like a village. We all know each other and have many activities to be involved in. It is also in a great position, walking distance by the lake which has a great path to walk on even to town.
I just love living here (13 yrs)
5 / 5 ★I just love living here (13 yrs). From management, to the chef, to nursing staff, they are all so caring, in all that they do, + of course office staff to management team so efficient. I would always tell folk I love it here.
Summerset Ellerslie Retirement Village
4 / 5 ★No !! everything appears to be under control from our perspective
A Good Place to Live
4 / 5 ★You can be involved as you want to be. The village culture cycles as people come and go. The village is low rise and offers a pleasant environment. The village is a good place to live.
Review for retirement home
4 / 5 ★They are very receptive if we have any suggestions to make
Review for retirement living
4 / 5 ★I look forward to the responses from our government in bringing fairer deals for repayment of capital when one moves on from village and would like to see a sharing of capital gain even 30% would be a big plus
4 Star
4 / 5 ★Very poor heating in my apartment. Food is not always enjoyable. Far too much chicken. I have mentioned this before but we still have it cooked in various ways.
I enjoy my life here
4 / 5 ★I enjoy my life here, but nothing is perfect.
Three Stars
3 / 5 ★Make sure what you are promised is put into writing ie. new carpet and everything is renewed. We were promised new carpets but didn't get them.
Nice open environment
3 / 5 ★Nice open environment. Shops close at hand. Safe area. Social cliques. Constant staff changes.
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