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Oakwoods

357 Lower Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson

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  • Village enquiries:03 543 9700
  • Sales enquiries:03 777 0061Gareth
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Oakwoods is a retirement village where living is easy


Life at Oakwoods makes it easy to enjoy everything Richmond has to offer, whether you're new to the area or already love calling it home. With sunny, spacious grounds, everyday essentials close by, and a friendly community around you, you’ll find that independence and connection go hand-in-hand.

  • Types of homes
  • Available properties
  • Care options
  • Amenities
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Types of homes

Our one, two and three-bedroom villas offer the freedom of independent living with the perks and security of community life. Designed for comfort and parcticality, each home features private garages, outdoor living areas, open plan layouts and a choice of established or newer homes.

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Our studio and one-bedroom serviced apartments offer the independence of your own home, with extra support available if required. Featuring kitchenettes, sunny living spaces and community views, they provide a comfortable and welcoming place to call home. Choose from our Lifestyle or Home Comfort packages, with assistance available for meals, housekeeping and other day-to-day support tailored to your needs.

Our care rooms provide a comfortable private space for residents who need daily care and support. Arvida Oakwoods offers both rest home and hospital-level care, delivered with warmth, dignity, and respect.

With 24/7 support provided by a dedicated team, you or your loved one can feel truly supported, while still enjoying the personal touches that make a place feel like home.

Premium room charge: $45 /night

Image is indicative of a Care Room at Oakwoods.

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Available properties

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Renovated

Serviced Apartment

$385,000

Spacious ground floor apartment with separate living area, kitchen, and dedicated car park.

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Renovated

Serviced Apartment

$260,000

Contemporary kitchenette, light-filled living area, and garden views.

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*Price is for an Occupation Right Agreement, secured by a first ranking mortgage in favour of the Statutory Supervisor on behalf of the residents. Price is correct at time of publication. Stock availability at this price is subject to change.

Life at Oakwoods retirement community

Set across 12 acres of established gardens, Oakwoods offers plenty of space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Residents can tend their own gardens, harvest fruit from the trees, or make the most of the community amenities. Everything you need is close at hand, with the Lower Queen Street Health Centre next door and the Richmond shops a short walk away.

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Top amenities & lifestyle highlights

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  • ImageImagePool and Snooker table(s)
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Care that feels like home

At Oakwoods, we offer a different kind of care; one that's shaped around each person and their individual needs and preferences. Here, personalised attention, genuine connection, and a sense of family are all part of daily life.

Care available at Oakwoods:

  • Rest home
  • Hospital-level
  • Dementia
  • Respite

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Resident stories

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Walking her own way at 93

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Refurbished lounge area for Oakwoods community

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Seventy years strong after a lucky lift home

Enquire now about Oakwoods

357 Lower Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson
Get directions
Village enquiries:
03 543 9700
Sales enquiries:
03 777 0061 - Gareth
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Enquire now about Oakwoods

357 Lower Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson
Get directions
Village enquiries:
03 543 9700
Sales enquiries:
03 777 0061 - Gareth
Career enquiries:Browse our career options