The Sands

A vibrant lifestyle is waiting for you.

Situated in an unbeatable location, just across the road from Browns Bay Beach, The Sands offers a premium option for aged care and retirement living, with beautifully-finished independent living apartments and luxury Care Suites providing Rest Home and Hospital level care available now.

Care Suites available now from $495,000

Overview
Location
Features
Types of homes
Aged Care Offering
Our Approach to Wellbeing

Soak up the stunning sea views

If you’re looking for an Auckland retirement location where “beachfront” really does mean right on the beach, then you should see The Sands. Simply cross the road to feel the sand between your toes and smell that fresh sea breeze. Or soak up the stunning sea views from the comfort of your Care Suite. This is beachfront living at its finest.

It’s easy for family and friends to visit with the Northern Motorway close by, and with so many fantastic cafes, shops and restaurants on your doorstep, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a place to catch up or go shopping.

Types of homes

Apartments

The Sands offers a choice of two bedroom, or two-bedroom with a flexible third room apartments, many with stunning sea views. Whether you like to entertain, or simply enjoy your own space, you’ll love the flexibility and open-plan living at The Sands. Every apartment is as functional as it is beautiful – with quality fittings that add that touch of luxury, as well as generous rooms and storage space. Relish the peace and comfort all year round with mod-cons including double glazing, heat pump, heated towel rails and a high level of sound proofing between apartments.

Care Suites

One Bedroom Care Suite for Rest Home and Hospital Care

Care Suite for Rest Home and Hospital Care

Care Suites provide both Rest Home and Hospital level care, which means you can relax knowing you won’t have the upheaval of moving again if your needs increase. Choose from either a studio Care Suite with an open-plan bedroom and lounge, or a one-bedroom Care Suite with a separate bedroom and living area. Some Care Suites are large enough to accommodate couples, so you can be together – even if one of you requires Hospital level care.

All Care Suites have a heat pump and full en-suite bathroom, as well as a kitchenette with a fridge. We also have options with private balconies and/or patios.

You own the right to occupy your Care Suite, so you can personalise it with your favourite furniture and treasured pieces. A Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora assessment is not required for care that is paid for privately.

AGED CARE LIVING

This is care as you’ve never seen it before

Featuring spacious, luxurious Care Suites and stunning living spaces – this is care as you’ve never seen it before. You’ll get the very best personalised care, with the flexibility and control you’re used to, along with that little bit of luxury you deserve. With just 44 Care Suites on site, The Sands has an intimate, friendly feel that will soon make you feel right at home.

The Sands offers the following levels of care:

Rest Home
Hospital

Award-Winning Care

Oceania is a leading provider of premium healthcare services in New Zealand. With over 40 locations across the country, we’ve been part of local communities for over 50 years. We’re recognised as industry leaders in care, winning awards for innovation, food, staff training and community engagement.

When it comes to your care, you know what you like and what you don’t like – and we want to know your preferences too. Because everyone is different, all of our residents get a personalised care plan, so from meals to medications; everything that’s important to you is covered.

Activities Programme

It’s easy to fill your day at The Sands. We’ll get to know you, so we can find out how you’d like to spend your time. Our activities calendar is packed with a variety of group and solo pursuits, so you can choose what you feel like doing. Hop in our van to explore an exciting new destination each week or enjoy some me-time listening to your own personalised playlist with our award-winning I Love Music programme.

Food

Tender Sunday roasts, hot fish and chips and delicious homemade puddings…all are regular features on our menu, which is packed with tasty classics you’d make at home. Don’t fancy what’s on offer? Have a chat to our friendly chef and kitchen team, so we can understand your needs. Good food is best shared, and family and friends are welcome to come dine with you. Enjoy a barista coffee and a bite to eat from the onsite café or book in for a meal in the main or private dining room.

Wellbeing at Oceania

At Oceania, wellbeing is holistic and person-centred, shaped by lifestyle, connection, culture, creativity, movement and individual choice. Guided by the Five Ways to Wellbeing, our teams create meaningful, uplifting experiences each month. From walking together to raise funds for mental health through initiatives like Step Together, Better Together, to taking part in the New Zealand Garden Bird Survey and contributing to conservation research, residents are supported to connect, be active, take notice, keep learning and give back in ways that feel purposeful and rewarding.

Five Ways to Wellbeing

The Five Ways to Wellbeing are based on research showing that small, everyday actions can have a powerful impact on how we feel. At Oceania, this framework helps shape the experiences we create across our villages and care centres, supporting residents to live well in ways that feel natural and meaningful.

The Five Ways are:

Connect – Building relationships, sharing stories and spending time with friends, neighbours and family.

Be Active – Moving in ways that suit your body and ability, supporting strength, balance and mood.

Take Notice – Slowing down to appreciate the moment, whether that’s a garden in bloom or a shared laugh.

Keep Learning – Staying curious, trying something new and continuing to grow at every stage of life.

Give – Sharing your time, kindness, skills or experience with others.

Our team strives to thoughtfully weave these principles into everyday life, creating opportunities for residents to stay connected, active and engaged in ways that reflect their own interests, culture and life story. In doing so, residents are supported to continue finding purpose, enjoyment and a genuine sense of belonging.

Wellbeing Calendar

Our National Wellbeing Calendar offers a snapshot of the meaningful moments and experiences enjoyed across Oceania villages throughout the year. To see what wellbeing looks like at a specific village, we encourage you to get in touch with your local team for a site-specific overview.

To view the National Wellbeing Calendar please click here.