At Longridge Country Estate, we hear it all the time, probably 80% of the time when people visit the village for the first time.
"We love it... but we’re just not ready yet."
But every time we hear it, we ask:
Not ready for what?
Not ready for less stress?
Not ready for more time to do what you love?
Not ready for no more house maintenance?
Not ready for an easier lifestyle where everything is taken care of?
Not ready for a spacious modern, high-spec villa in a beautiful location?
Not ready for a welcoming community and a full social calendar if you want it?
Longridge residents taking a walk through the village, surrounded by landscaped gardens and stunning range views. Life here is about community, fresh air, and making the most of every day.
Why Wait?
The Smartest Move Is an Early Move
Our minimum entry age is 65, and there’s a reason for that. This lifestyle is too good to wait for. Think about it.
The sooner you move, the more years you get to enjoy everything Longridge offers.
The more time you spend in a beautiful new, high-quality villa, the less time you spend dealing with endless home maintenance.
The earlier you move, the more money you save, because life at Longridge isn’t just about comfort. It’s also about financial certainty.
A glimpse of everyday life at Longridge Country Estate. Private outdoor spaces, fresh air, and plenty of room for pets - just some of the things that make this village feel like home.
The Cost of Staying Put vs. The Cost of Living at Longridge
Many people assume staying in their current home is the more affordable option, but when you break it down, the numbers tell a different story.
At Longridge, your costs are predictable. Council and district rates, water rates, home insurance, and external maintenance are covered in one weekly fee. If you and your partner are both over 75, this fee is fixed for life.
Compare that to staying in your own home, where you’re still paying for:
Council rates, which will only increase over time
Home maintenance, including painting, repairs, plumbing, and electrical work
Lawns and gardening, with ongoing upkeep and costs
Power bills, which are often much higher than ours. Thanks to Longridge’s embedded power network, residents benefit from significantly lower electricity costs. The average winter power bill for two people is just $60 per month, one of the lowest in NZ.
So why wait until managing all of that becomes too much?
Read about affordable living at Longridge.
A Move Forward, Not Backward.
Moving to Longridge isn’t about downsizing. It’s about moving forward to a better lifestyle, one where you have more time to enjoy life, a beautiful spacious modern home, and a welcoming community around you.
Exciting New Developments: A State of the Art Recreation Centre
We’re making Longridge even better. This year, we’re starting the construction of our brand-new recreation centre for our residents. This will be the hub of activity, offering more ways to stay active, socialise, and enjoy retirement to the fullest. If you’d like to see more, you can view the plans here.
So, What Are You Waiting For?
If you’re curious, come and see it for yourself. Take a walk through our spacious 90-acre village, meet the residents who have already made the move, and experience firsthand why Longridge is such a great place to enjoy retirement without the stress of home maintenance and rising costs.
And if you're wondering about safety and security, you'll have 24/7 emergency support, monitored fire safety, and a security system designed for peace of mind. You can settle in with confidence. Yes, you can even bring your pet!
So many have already made the move, and the only thing they say is, “Why didn’t I do this sooner?”
Don’t spend another year saying, “I’m not ready yet.” Come see Longridge now, while the choice is yours and the move is on your terms.
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