Hillsborough Heights Metlifecare Retirement Village Hillsborough Auckland

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# 143 of 511 Retirement Villages in New Zealand.

FINALIST - 2020 Best (Large) Retirement/ Lifestyle Village - NI

1381 Dominion Road Extension, Mount Roskill, Auckland, New Zealand 1041

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HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

86% (40 Reviews)

4.3 out of 5 stars - 40 votes

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83.75% from 16 reviews in the last 12 months

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Overview

HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village in Hillsborough, Auckland.

Services offered

2 Bedroom Villa
1 bedroom Villa
2 Bedroom Apartment
1 bedroom Apartment
Continuum of care
RETIREMENT VILLAGES

Service Information

This business is part of Metlifecare Ltd [VILLAGES].

Safety, independence, companionship and freedom. Peace of mind living is available at Hillsborough Heights Retirement Village. Located right in Mt Roskill, residents can enjoy the beautiful landscaped gardens and 360 degree view across two harbours and Auckland city. There are caring staff and beautiful villas, offering you a chance to keep your independence while connecting with the village community.

No. of Units 218

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(Last Updated: 15th November 2023)

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HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

5 Reviewed by : Sandy_u5ab Feb 2024

Visitor.

"Hillsborough Heights"

Beautifully presented Village and the unit I saw was fantastic, unfortunately not for me, due to accessibility. Marie is a wonderful asset to the village, and I can highly recommend her to anyone who ...Read more

Pros

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none

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

No comment

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I visit/visited there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

Less than 1 year

I last lived at / visited this facility

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Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

3 Reviewed by : rex135 Sep 2023

Resident.

"Independent living"

Location. Access to external amenities. Outlook. Mature site. Unit size. Socio economic mix....Read more

Pros

Location. Access to external amenities. Outlook. Mature site. Unit size. Socio economic mix.

Cons

Tired facilities. Services upgrade. Proactivity of management (changing) Care facility needs (being addressed)

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

Improve comms (intranet)Progress redevelopment. Refocus onto retirement village. Better activities.

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

More than 1 year but less than 3 years

I last lived at / visited this facility

N/A

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

4 Reviewed by : marie135 Sep 2023

Resident.

"Care service 24/7"

Security. Care service 24/7. Friendly staff & great neighbours...Read more

Pros

Security. Care service 24/7. Friendly staff & great neighbours

Cons

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

More than 3 years

I last lived at / visited this facility

N/A

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

5 Reviewed by : Sep 2023

Resident.

"Independent living"

The atmosphere, the security. Wonderful unit with magnificent views....Read more

Pros

The atmosphere, the security. Wonderful unit with magnificent views.

Cons

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Suggestions to Management or General Comment

Uncertain future of village with new developments

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

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I last lived at / visited this facility

N/A

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

5 Reviewed by : bette123 Sep 2023

Resident.

"Independent living"

Staff are all very helpful. Nothing is too much trouble....Read more

Pros

Staff are all very helpful. Nothing is too much trouble.

Cons

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

More than 3 years

I last lived at / visited this facility

N/A

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

5 Reviewed by : lor515 Aug 2023

Resident.

"One of my Best Decisions"

Feeling safe, great neighbours and management, can live life the way I want to in spacious sunny unit with city views....Read more

Pros

Feeling safe, great neighbours and management, can live life the way I want to in spacious sunny unit with city views.

Cons

No negatives

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

No, am very happy here.

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

More than 3 years

I last lived at / visited this facility

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Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

4 Reviewed by : Christine689 Aug 2023

Resident.

"Fabulous Views"

Location in Auckland (very central). Fabulous views. Pretty good amenities....Read more

Pros

Location in Auckland (very central). Fabulous views. Pretty good amenities.

Cons

Planned expansion?? Regeneration 5-7 years of demolition and rebuilding only disclosed approx one year ago!!

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

They already know that most residents have misgivings about what will happen to us once the above [demolition and rebuilding] starts to happen?

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How do you know about this place?

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I have lived at / visited this facility for

More than 1 year but less than 3 years

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Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Not sure

HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

5 Reviewed by : RayAXYS Jul 2023

Resident.

"Independent living"

I shifted with my husband here 3 years ago in my 80th year, best thing to do....Read more

Pros

I shifted with my husband here 3 years ago in my 80th year, best thing to do.

Cons

I got a shock at all of the rules.

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

A few less rules would be appreciated

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

More than 3 years

I last lived at / visited this facility

N/A

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

5 Reviewed by : joce1234 Jul 2023

Resident.

"Independent living"

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

More than 3 years

I last lived at / visited this facility

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Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

3 Reviewed by : trevor590 Jul 2023

Resident.

"Friendly staff..."

Friendly staff Nice views warm unitsRead more

Pros

Friendly staff Nice views warm units

Cons

Lack of social activities Social room is outdated Needs more gardeners

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

More than 1 year but less than 3 years

I last lived at / visited this facility

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Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

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HILLSBOROUGH HEIGHTS Retirement Village METLIFECARE

1381 Dominion Road Extension, Mount Roskill, Auckland, New Zealand

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