84 | Close proximity to Greytown a drawcard from page 82 LIFESTYLE Greytown Orchards “Since Covid-19 the retirement sector has had a huge boost as loneliness was a real factor for many people during the lockdowns. “This has meant people have been seeking the community and safety of a retirement village. And there is nothing like the quality, style and layout being offered at Greytown Orchards in the wider Wellington region,” he says. Greytown Orchards is a $150 million development on the east side of Greytown in the South Wairarapa. It is being undertaken by two owner-partners that have a wealth of knowledge and expertise working in the retirement village field. Craig Percy has over 20 years of experience in the retirement village and aged care sectors both in New Zealand and in the United Kingdom. The TUMU Group is a family-owned Hawke’s Bay-based group of companies with interests in timber processing, ITM building supplies stores and property-based investments and brings extensive experience in funding, development and capital projects Greytown Orchards will eventually include 180 homes and up to 120 care beds on the 13-hectare site as well as a communal facility consisting of lounges, café and restaurant, gym, and indoor pool. Craig says the design of the main communal building at Greytown Villas is under design and construction is earmarked to commence early 2023. It will be a 12-month build programme. The Greytown Orchards development sits on the 100–year-old former site of Murphy’s Orchard, a much loved, family owned and operated stone fruit farm. Streams trickle through the property and many of the original orchard trees have been retained. The villas are generously spaced throughout the site giving a feeling of spaciousness and privacy. The development’s proximity to Greytown – 300 metres approximately – means people can walk anywhere they choose. Villas range from 100sqm two bedroom, one bath duplex villas with garage to 203sqm three bedroom, two bathroom, two living space villas with double garage. People can view what’s on offer by visiting the 123sqm show villa. It offers open plan living, two bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and a large single garage. The design, as with the overall design of the project, pays homage to the Victorian era villas the town is renown for. The show villa boasts weatherboard cladding, a long run metal roof and covered patios. High 2.7m studs, as are standard on most of the villas, add to the spacious feel. Inside luxury details such as stone bench tops, tiled bathrooms, quality wool carpets and a fireplace bring a modern feel to the home. Purchasers have the choice of three neutral colour palettes, which provides the perfect backdrop for whatever furniture and furnishings they choose to bring into their villa when they set up home. HOUSE SITES • DRIVEWAYS • SECTION CLEARING LANDSCAPING • TRACK MAINTENANCE • CARTAGE & SUPPLY OF METAL & LANDSCAPING PRODUCTS PLUS MORE Servicing the South Wairarapa Email: taylorandhawkins@hotmail.com | Phone: 027 696 3774 Hansens are proud to be working on The Orchards - Greytown project. • Carpet • Vinyl • Vinyl Planking • Laminate Planking • Timber Planking • Commercial & Residential • Floor Sanding • Ceramic Installation 06 378 2824 •81 Dixon Street, Masterton • www.flooringdesign.co.nz Service & Excellence You Can Trust
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