Ripponburn
A peaceful, welcoming community amid landscaped grounds and stunning gardens, next to a cherry orchard.
Your own space, with support nearby
Choose a home that suits the way you want to live today, with the reassurance of care close by.
Retirement living
Modern, spacious homes with village life nearby and care on site if your needs change.
Support that fits the way you live
Talk with our team about the level of care that is right for you or your family member.
Not sure which level?
The needs assessment decides formally, and it is free. Our funding guide explains the whole thing.
How funding worksLife, the way you want to live it
Originally a hospital that opened in 1894, Ripponburn has a rich history. Nestled on two hectares beside a cherry orchard, 1.5 kilometres from the heart of Cromwell, this charming home combines the warmth of tradition with a tranquil atmosphere.
The Ripponburn Lifestyle Village offers modern, spacious villas with the independence of your own home and the reassurance of resthome and hospital care on site if you ever need it, minutes from the shops, cafes, parks and, our personal favourite, the library.
A closer look at life here
Spaces, people and everyday moments from Ripponburn.
Something for everyone
- Communal lounges and dining rooms
- Gardens and quiet courtyards
- Tranquil gardens beside a cherry orchard
- Hairdressing on site
- Doctors on site, or keep your own GP in town
- Pharmacy: prescribed medications delivered to site
- Physiotherapists, podiatrists and specialists as required
Something on every day
Individual activity programmes built around residents' own interests and abilities.
The fun is not optional. Attending is.
Join in as much or as little as you like. Programmes are shaped around residents' interests and abilities.
- Bingo
- Indoor bowls
- Happy hour
- Ran-Fit classes
- Day outings
- Craft group
- In-house concerts
- Garden club
- Men's group
- Christmas concerts
“Thank you for the special care you gave Mum at Ripponburn, we have treasured memories of this time.”
Family member, Ripponburn
“Thank you so much for your love, care and hard work looking after Grandma. We are so comforted to know that she was so well liked and looked after. We will always be grateful for the support and compassion your amazing staff extended to her, and us, during her time at Ripponburn.”
Family member, Ripponburn
Meet Kate Little
Kate is a registered paramedic with a current practising certificate and she lives in Alexandra with her husband who is a local real estate agent. Prior to joining Ripponburn, Kate was a Needs Assessor at Dunstan Hospital. Kate is extremely passionate about providing great care and building trusting relationships with residents, families and staff.
Meet Jo Shepherd
Jo supports Ripponburn Lifestyle Village residents and helps prospective residents and their families learn more about village life.
94 Kawarau Gorge Road, Cromwell 9384
Come for a cup of tea and a proper look around. No obligation, no pressure.
Phone: 03 445 0021
Email: fm.ripponburn@promisia.co.nzRipponburn Village
Phone: 03 445 4210
Email: vm.goldenviewvillage@promisia.co.nz
Come and see Ripponburn for yourself
Book a visit with the team. A cup of tea, a look around, and honest answers to your questions.