Our peace of mind commitments
Fixed weekly fees for life
Our Village residents have the choice of a fixed weekly fee, guaranteed not to change for their time in their villa
On entry, residents choose one of the two options for Weekly Service Fees
- Variable Weekly Service Fees: Residents can choose a variable fee option,
which is set at $135.00 per week on entry. This fee will increase each year by no
more than the percentage rise in National Superannuation. - Fixed Weekly Service Fees: Our Fixed Weekly Service Fees provide stability throughout your residency, with no annual increase. This fee is fixed at $157.00
per week for your entire residency in the village, allowing you to budget clearly.
Archer Villages are a charity
You’ll have peace of mind knowing profits are returned into the life of the village for the benefit of residents
Archer Trust, established in 1956, operates as a Charitable Trust with connections to the Baptist Association. Our diverse range of Retirement Lifestyle Villages and Care Homes, each offering unique services, reflects our commitment to community service.
Financial profits aren’t paid to shareholders but back into the villages and are homes and are commonly reflected in our villa pricing policy & choice of facilities & amenities.
Weekly fees reduced to 0%
The Village weekly service fees are reduced from the date of License termination down to 0%
On license termination date your weekly service fees reduce to 0% and the village undertake the refurbishment, marketing and resale of the villa.
Pets & plants are welcome
We want you to feel at home. If you have a pet or special plant you can’t live without, consider bring it with you
Residents with green fingers are welcome to engage in gardening to add their own personality to the area around their villa and will be working in with the villages own professional grounds-people to keep everything looking its best.
Pets are subject to approval by the Village Manager and are on a ‘good behaviour bond’, often becoming valued members of our community.
No capital loss
We give you and/or your family the reassurance that in a property downfall you’ve guarantees
Capital Gain & Capital Loss: As a ‘Right To Occupy’ agreement isn’t a property purchase, and like most NZ retirement villages, Archer Villages do not offer residents a share of any capital gain, and any potential loss is borne solely by Archer Villages. Residents are effectively sheltered from the property market fluctuations.
Archer
Villages
With four superbly located retirement villages in Christchurch, Archer has the right home for you in the location you love. Find a village below to learn more or get in touch.
Beckenham Village & Home
Nestled in the heart of the Beckenham shopping precinct, near the picturesque hills and in a prime central location, Archer Beckenham Village offers a welcoming and convenient lifestyle. Many residents choose Archer Beckenham for the vibrant, “close to the heart of the village” atmosphere that makes the area so special.
Beckenham
Thorrington Village & Home
Often described and ‘green and leafy’ the gardens and surrounding at Archer Thorrington are best experienced than described. Set in the quiet and sheltered “Beckenham Loop’ area, the village and care home offers peace and tranquillity in extensive park like surroundings.
Beckenham
Maryville Courts Village
Maryville Courts Village is a haven in the inner city and brings together the convenience of city living, the closeness of a friendly community and the comfort of a spacious surroundings.
Central City
Linrose Village
Linrose Village is an independent-living village and provides an affordable living option compared to many retirement villages in the city. It is located on a bus route and near to Eastgate Mall and in close proximity to the Brighton and Sumner Coastline.
