94 | “The inspiration for Arvida is for the clubhouse to be the beating heart of the community, helping residents to live a fulfilling and stimulating life.” South Island Growth - page 100 LIFESTYLE Arvida Group Ltd: Queenstown Country Club Karen Phelps Residents give clubhouse thumbs up The newly completed $12m clubhouse at Arvida’s Queenstown Country Club includes a 15m swimming pool and spa, library, 50-seat movie theatre, fitness gym and spacious communal lounge and dining, open fire and billiards tables. The newly completed $12m clubhouse at Arvida’s Queenstown Country Club has received a resounding stamp of approval from residents, says Arvida South Island development manager Peter Hornby. “The residents love it. It’s been a very welcome addition to the village,” he says. Totalling 1,650sqm, the clubhouse is a focal point for the community. It comprises a 15m swimming pool and spa, library, 50-seat movie theatre, fitness gym and spacious communal lounge and dining, open fire and billiards tables. Designed by Warren & Mahony Architects, the clubhouse looks and feels like a luxurious alpine lodge, to tie in with the rest of the community, says Peter. The design took inspiration from the local flora and fauna reflected in the selection of fabrics and colours. In particular the under wing of the olive kea provides creative impetus to the design. The clubhouse offers stunning views of Coronet Peak and the Remarkables via large windows and vaulted ceilings. It also offers great indoor-outdoor flow to landscaped gardens positioned to capture the sun and includes bowls, croquet, petanque and barbeque areas for residents to enjoy. “The inspiration for Arvida is for the clubhouse to be the beating heart of the community, helping residents to live a fulfilling and stimulating life,” explains Peter. The clubhouse supports Arvida’s mission of improving the lives of New Zealanders by transforming the ageing experience. Arvida acquired the 21ha village in 2019 with 46 villas already built on the site. Once completed Queenstown Country Club will offer 140 villas in total, 97 living well apartments, 62 care and dementia suites and 10 townhouses. To date 87 villas have been completed with more on the way, in addition to a care and apartment building. Peter says that Queenstown Country Club helps residents to live the ultimate retirement lifestyle in Queenstown, surrounded by spectacular alpine and countryside views and all the recreational possibilities of the world-famous Wakatipu Basin. Peter says villas have been created for luxurious independent living. Queenstown Country Club offers spacious two and three-bedroom homes that make the most of the community’s stunning position between Frankton and Lake Hayes. “They can gaze at snow-capped peaks in winter and lush golden tussock in summer. Their home will have full climate control, so they can enjoy every season in total comfort.” Villas range in size from 133-315sqm. Peter says the villa specifications at Queenstown Country Club are five star with, for example underfloor heating, custom built kitchen with premium built-in appliances and timber flooring. Internal access from a spacious single or double garage provides comfort and convenience all year round. Person-centred care options will be part of the mix for those that need them. The innovative care centre will offer rest home, hospital and dementia level care. Stage one of the care building has begun and is due for completion mid 2024. It includes 29 living well apartments and all 62 care and dementia suites, that are split into six different clusters that form ‘households’ with a clear intention of promoting a homely environment for residents. “Each wing creates a household consisting of varying suite types/sizes, sharing an individualised household lounge and kitchen area dedicated to that household. The suites are larger than normal and some come with their own kitchen and small lounge providing more room for visiting friends and family, says Peter. “It’s removing the institutional feeling of care and creating an environment that’s more like your family home. For example the team don’t wear uniforms and there are no nurses’ stations. Residents can have their meals in their own room or the lounge or wherever they choose. There is no set time when they have to get up in the morning. Family can also come in and utilise the kitchen facilities or relax. Residents are encouraged to bring their own furniture so it feels like their own individual home. It’s all the benefits of living by yourself but with the addition of company when you want it.” He says that Queenstown Country Club offers something truly unique for the area: “It will be one of the highest quality villages in New Zealand and something we, and the locals, can be really proud of.” PLACEMAKERS QUEENSTOWN 1 GLENDA DRIVE,QUEENSTOWN (03) 450 9000 PLACEMAKERS QUEENSTOWN PROUDLY SUPPORTING ARVIDA GROUP LTD 0508 35 77 66 info@forte.co.nz forte.co.nz PROUD TO SUPPORT ARVIDA GROUP LTD. AUCKLAND WELLINGTON CHRISTCHURCH QUEENSTOWN
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