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Wairarapa is about 90 minutes drive north of Wellington. The region is bordered by the rugged Tararua Mountains to the west and the wild Pacific Ocean to the east. Known for its hot, languid summers, the Wairarapa is a relaxing place for a refined country break away from the pressures of urban life.

In and around Martinborough wine village, famed for its award-winning pinot noir, you’ll discover a host of welcoming vineyards. Continue the trail through Gladstone and Masterton.

Historic Greytown is New Zealand’s first inland town. It has retained its delightful colonial village character with careful preservation of the many wooden Victorian buildings. A leisurely stroll reveals a superb range of specialty shops, where you can purchase antiques, crafts, gifts and artworks. Take a break at one of Greytown's excellent cafes or restaurants or check in to one of the many boutique bed and breakfast establishments for a taste of a charming bygone era.

But don’t assume that the Wairarapa is all about taking it easy. Adventure activities of every kind can be found here - from rafting, caving and rap jumping to 4WD safaris and bungy jumping. And if you want to get acquainted with some of New Zealand’s rarest inhabitants, head for the Mount Bruce National Wildlife centre. Set amid a pocket of ancient rainforest, this centre is where the New Zealand Department of Conservation runs its captive breeding program for threatened bird species. Visitors can take a walk with a professional conservation officer through natural bush aviaries. Beyond Masterton lies the wild, dramatic scenery of Castle Point beach, with a lighthouse that looks across the sea towards Antarctica.

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Martinborough TOP 10 Holiday Park
Martinborough
Relaxed, Qualmark 4 Star Plus holiday park with Self-Contained Unit, Cabins, Power Sites and Tent Sites.
Martinborough TOP 10 Holiday Park...
From £18
Martinborough Villa
Martinborough
Martinborough Villa is a contemporary architecturally designed luxury holiday home adjoining the Martinborough Golf Course.
The house has...
From £205
The Estate
Martinborough
This architecturally designed home is nestled in Martinborough in park like surroundings amongst oak and gum trees and features three large...
From £77
Carterton Holiday Park
Carterton
Carterton Holiday Park is a peaceful, spacious park situated in Carterton, Masterton, an hour and fifteen minutes drive from New Zealand's...
From £6
Gladstone Vineyard Apartment
Carterton
Situated on one of the most beautiful vineyards in New Zealand, situated on the old riverbed terrace of the Ruamahanga River, Gladstone Vineyard...
From £115

Activities

Patuna Farm GolfCross
Martinborough
Situated at Patuna Farm, just 17 kms South East of Martinborough, Patuna Farm GolfCross provides a fantastic golfing venue for a GolfCross to...
McLeods Quad Adventures
Martinborough
Based on a 1400 acre sheep and beef farm 10 minutes south-east of Martinborough, McLeods Quad Adventures offers an adventure of a lifetime. No...
Station Bush GolfCross Club
Martinborough
The Station Bush GolfCross course is situated on a beautiful parklike working farm in the heart of the Martinborough wine district. It offers an...
From £15
Martinborough Bicycle Hire
Martinborough
Martinborough Bicycle Hire offer a wide range of bicycles for you to explore the Martinborough vineyards.
With 20 bicycles and 3 tandems...
Taralee Stables
Carterton

Dining

The Village Cafe
Martinborough
When visiting Martinborough, go where the locals go - The Village Café - the heart of Martinborough Wine Village. Relax in the country style...
Cuckoo Cafe
Greytown
Situated in Greytown, Cuckoo Cafe specialises in the finest coffee, astonishing pizza, hearty lasagne, comfortable seating, a relaxed atmosphere...
Gladstone Vineyard Cafe
Carterton
Gladstone Vineyard Café is a fabulous place to enjoy fine food and wine in a relaxed setting, indoors or out.
The old barrel room is...
Est Wine Bar & Eatery
Martinborough
est Wine Bar and Eatery is situated in the 19thc Post Office building on Martinborough Square, in the centre of the towns vineyards.
An...
The Lodge Restaurant
Masterton
Open for dinner each night (and lunch by arrangement), the Lodge Restaurant overlooks country views to the Tararua Ranges.
The restaurant...

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