"The Lifestyle Centre of the Kapiti Coast"

The mild climate of Waikanae enables its residents to enjoy outdoor activities throughout the year. The Waikanae Golf Club is only 2 kilometres from Parkwood and there are two major bowling clubs within a similar distance.

Wellington and Palmerston North are within an hours drive, while Paraparaumu lies only ten minutes away to the South.

Adjacent facilities, clubs and amenities include:

Medical and Specialist Centre
Pharmacies
Cultural Centre
Kapiti Coast Art Gallery
Bowling Clubs
Horticultural Society
Golf Club
Tennis Club
Riding School
Waikanae Squash Club
Waikanae Recreation Ground - rugby, soccer, cricket, horse and pony riding
Waikanae Shopping Centre
Waikanae Library
Waikanae Swimming Pools and Picnic complex
Waikanae Beach - excellent walking, swimming and fishing
Ngamanu Bird Sanctuary
Music Society
Churches
Southwards Theatre and Car Museum
Community Service Organisations - Lions, Rotary, Probus and Country Womens Institute
Top Class Restaurants