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Hester Canterbury

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Hester Canterbury

At Hester Canterbury, you’re invited to embrace a way of life that feels more relaxed, connected and fulfilling. With just 34 thoughtfully designed apartments, set among welcoming shared spaces and landscaped gardens, you’ll discover a rare balance of privacy, independence and belonging — all shaped with ease and confidence in mind. 

Named after pioneering modernist artist Joy Hester, this boutique residence celebrates creativity, quality and community. Here, modern design blends seamlessly with leafy tranquillity, creating moments of wonder and possibilities in one of Melbourne’s most welcoming neighbourhoods — a place that truly reflects retirement living in Canterbury and the spirit of a close-knit Canterbury retirement community. 
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Retirement Living Melbourne: A tranquil view of a sloping grassy Boroondara park next to Hester Canterbury with a vacant wooden park bench in the foreground and a charming heritage house with a white verandah in the blurred background.

“Welcome to Hester Canterbury. Boutique, independent, retirement living. Experience the ideal retirement lifestyle in one of our 34 luxury apartments, in the heart of Canterbury.”

Independent Retirement Living in Canterbury

Step inside a home designed to make everyday living simpler, more beautiful and more connected. Each two- or three-bedroom apartment at Hester Canterbury combines timeless elegance with everyday comfort. These retirement apartments in Melbourne give you a foundation for independence while keeping you part of a vibrant retirement community.

You’ll enjoy open-plan living spaces filled with natural light, modern kitchens that bring comfort and ease, and bedrooms that offer both rest and privacy with generous wardrobes and well-considered ensuites. All apartments include private balconies overlooking courtyard gardens-
or tree-lined streets, while most also feature a fitted study — a quiet place for work, reading, or creativity. Clever storage is built into every home, giving you freedom and order.

Peace of mind comes naturally with built-in features: secure underground parking with direct lift access, video intercom and a monitored emergency call system. More than just apartments, these homes become part of a fabric of belonging and transformation — blending independence and community into every day. Unlike a traditional retirement village or retirement home, here you’ll find a lifestyle that feels personal, uplifting and full of possibility.

Shared Spaces

Extending Your Home

At Hester Canterbury, life extends beyond your own front door. Shared spaces are designed to bring people together, inspire creativity and spark joy. They feel like natural extensions of your home — places to gather, reflect and enjoy the spirit of independent retirement living. 

You’ll arrive through a light-filled grand foyer that sets the tone for welcome and connection. A stylish club lounge with bar, coffee and fireplace invites you to share a conversation or take a quiet pause. Dining rooms create spaces for community events or intimate meals. A library, overlooking landscaped gardens, offers carefully chosen books to awaken imagination. A cinema lets stories come alive and memories be shared. A fully equipped gym supports wellbeing and gentle movement, while manicured gardens invite tranquillity, laughter and time with friends outdoors. 

Every detail has been shaped to awaken curiosity, nurture dignity and create moments of belonging and joy. More than just a retirement village in Canterbury, these spaces reflect the vision of modern retirement living in Melbourne — where transformation, confidence and connection are woven into daily life

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Hester Canterbury Communal Spaces

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Lifestyle

Lifestyle & Services with Support When You Need It

At Hester Canterbury, independence and support work hand in hand. You might share a glass of wine with friends, spend an evening under the stars, or join a class that leaves you feeling energised. Each day is guided by choice. This is independent retirement living in Canterbury at its best — where confidence and a sense of possibility shine. 

You’ll have the reassurance of a dedicated Village Manager, exercise classes led by skilled physiologists and access to customised home care packages for tasks like cleaning, shopping, or transport. Evening meals are available on request, giving you flexibility when you need it. 

Your monthly fee covers everything from maintenance and lighting to building insurance, morning teas, stocked tea and coffee, and the reassurance of a 24/7 monitored emergency call system. Optional personalised services can also be arranged to suit your needs. 

With BASSCARE’s professional services — including Faversham House Residential Aged Care next door — you’ll always know extra support is close if circumstances change. 

This welcoming Canterbury retirement community offers the warmth of a true retirement home, while preserving the independence, belonging and joy that define everyday life.

Location

Location –The Best of Canterbury at Your Doorstep

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Set in one of Melbourne’s most desirable suburbs, Hester Canterbury places you at the heart of culture, convenience and community. This leafy, discreet neighbourhood is the perfect backdrop for independent retirement living in Melbourne — where heritage charm meets a vibrant modern lifestyle. 

You’ll be just minutes from Maling Road and Union Road with popular shops, cafés and restaurants. Balwyn, Camberwell, Hawthorn, Doncaster and Kew are all close by. Canterbury Station and Canterbury Gardens are within a short stroll, hosting events that bring neighbours together. Rivoli and Balwyn Cinemas are a quick drive away, while Melbourne’s city centre is only 10km from your door. 
For those seeking retirement living in Canterbury, this location combines convenience with cultural richness. Whether you’re enjoying the charm of a retirement village in Boroondara or the close-knit fabric of a Canterbury retirement community, life here unveils inspiration, ease and transformation. 

More than a Canterbury retirement home, this location reflects the spirit of a luxury retirement village  — it’s the perfect place to begin your next chapter, surrounded by Melbourne’s best.
Bright living room in an independent living apartment at Hester Canterbury, offering retirement living in Melbourne with a sofa and sliding doors to a private balcony.
Retirement Living Melbourne: An overhead view of a group of friends or residents enjoying a social gathering with glasses of red and white wine, a plate of colorful macarons, and playing cards on a modern dark coffee table in Canterbury.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A wooded park scene in Canterbury featuring a curved wooden bridge path that passes between two large, old trees, leading to a grassy area with a bench in the distance.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A woman in a casual top and jeans skirt with heels sits on a balcony chair in her retirement apartment, holding a champagne glass at a small round table with a vase of pink flowers.
Bright living room in an independent living apartment at Hester Canterbury, offering retirement living in Melbourne with a sofa and sliding doors to a private balcony.
Retirement Living Melbourne: An overhead view of a group of friends or residents enjoying a social gathering with glasses of red and white wine, a plate of colorful macarons, and playing cards on a modern dark coffee table in Canterbury.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A wooded park scene in Canterbury featuring a curved wooden bridge path that passes between two large, old trees, leading to a grassy area with a bench in the distance.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A woman in a casual top and jeans skirt with heels sits on a balcony chair in her retirement apartment, holding a champagne glass at a small round table with a vase of pink flowers.
Bright living room in an independent living apartment at Hester Canterbury, offering retirement living in Melbourne with a sofa and sliding doors to a private balcony.
Retirement Living Melbourne: An overhead view of a group of friends or residents enjoying a social gathering with glasses of red and white wine, a plate of colorful macarons, and playing cards on a modern dark coffee table in Canterbury.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A wooded park scene in Canterbury featuring a curved wooden bridge path that passes between two large, old trees, leading to a grassy area with a bench in the distance.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A woman in a casual top and jeans skirt with heels sits on a balcony chair in her retirement apartment, holding a champagne glass at a small round table with a vase of pink flowers.
Bright living room in an independent living apartment at Hester Canterbury, offering retirement living in Melbourne with a sofa and sliding doors to a private balcony.
Retirement Living Melbourne: An overhead view of a group of friends or residents enjoying a social gathering with glasses of red and white wine, a plate of colorful macarons, and playing cards on a modern dark coffee table in Canterbury.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A wooded park scene in Canterbury featuring a curved wooden bridge path that passes between two large, old trees, leading to a grassy area with a bench in the distance.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A woman in a casual top and jeans skirt with heels sits on a balcony chair in her retirement apartment, holding a champagne glass at a small round table with a vase of pink flowers.
Bright living room in an independent living apartment at Hester Canterbury, offering retirement living in Melbourne with a sofa and sliding doors to a private balcony.
Retirement Living Melbourne: An overhead view of a group of friends or residents enjoying a social gathering with glasses of red and white wine, a plate of colorful macarons, and playing cards on a modern dark coffee table in Canterbury.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A wooded park scene in Canterbury featuring a curved wooden bridge path that passes between two large, old trees, leading to a grassy area with a bench in the distance.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A woman in a casual top and jeans skirt with heels sits on a balcony chair in her retirement apartment, holding a champagne glass at a small round table with a vase of pink flowers.
Bright living room in an independent living apartment at Hester Canterbury, offering retirement living in Melbourne with a sofa and sliding doors to a private balcony.
Retirement Living Melbourne: An overhead view of a group of friends or residents enjoying a social gathering with glasses of red and white wine, a plate of colorful macarons, and playing cards on a modern dark coffee table in Canterbury.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A wooded park scene in Canterbury featuring a curved wooden bridge path that passes between two large, old trees, leading to a grassy area with a bench in the distance.
Retirement Living Melbourne: A woman in a casual top and jeans skirt with heels sits on a balcony chair in her retirement apartment, holding a champagne glass at a small round table with a vase of pink flowers.

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Current Availability

Open-plan living and dining area in a modern apartment at Hester Canterbury, a premier Canterbury retirement community.

Apartments for Sale

This luxury retirement village in Canterbury offers a rare opportunity to join an intimate and welcoming retirement community. Our collection of two- and three-bedroom apartments has been created for retirees who value retirement living in Canterbury — blending independence, lifestyle and confidence.

Though currently we have no available apartments, we’re still here to support your future planning and invite you to contact us to arrange a private tour and discuss rightsizing your retirement.

Why not take a look at our other offering, Morgan Glen Iris for those looking at Assisted Living, with apartments currently for sale.

Click here to learn more about the apartments at Morgan Glen Iris

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Quality & Standards

Our Commitment to Quality and Standards

At Hester Canterbury, we proudly uphold the Retirement Living Code of Conduct, developed with residents and endorsed by the Property Council of Australia and LASA. We are formally accredited under the Australian Retirement Village Accreditation Scheme (ARVAS), awarded by Quality Innovation Performance Limited (QIP). 

This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to improvement, effective systems, and teamwork — ensuring a living environment shaped by quality. 
Download the current Retirement Living Code of Conduct here: 
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If you’re considering retirement apartments that offer premium independent retirement living in Melbourne, we invite you to discover Hester Canterbury for yourself.

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