Ranginui – it’s all about rural Location, Location, Location!
Experience rural living at its finest, with breathtaking mountain views, starlit skies, and the serene charm of countryside living, all in one place. Perfectly situated in the Wairarapa region near Carterton, Gladstone, Greytown and Martinborough, just under 20 minutes from Masterton, and approximately 85 minutes from Wellington CBD, convenience meets tranquillity at your Ranginui retreat!
Embrace sun-drenched summers and snow-capped winter panoramas in this slice of Wairarapa bliss. Nestled between majestic mountain ranges and rugged hill country to the coast, the Wairarapa region offers activities for all.
Vibrant events like the Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival, Wings Over Wairarapa, and the Gladstone Scarecrows Big Day Out enrich the tapestry of experiences awaiting you.
Ranginui presents a haven for families, with nearby amenities ranging from preschools to colleges, convenient transport links, medical facilities, recreational parks, arts, galleries, festivals, and entertainment options. Quality nursing homes and retirement villages nearby ensure comprehensive care and support for all generations. Secure your piece of paradise now and indulge in quality Wairarapa living before it’s too late.
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What to do
Activities and Destinations
- Stonehenge Aotearoa – just off Millars Road in sight of Ranginui, houses the globally-renowned
- observatory established to view one of the finest night skies in the world
- Tararua Forest Park – tramping, hunting and rafting
- Remutaka Cycle Trail – mountain biking and walking
- Putangirua Pinnacles – limestone cathedral walk
- Ngawi and Cape Palliser – bulldozers, lighthouse and seals
- Lake Ferry – fishing, camping and fish & chips at the hotel
- Castlepoint – lighthouse, golf, swimming, surfing, fishing and horse races
- Aratoi – Wairarapa Museum of Art & History – a slice of local art and history
- Circus Cinema – Martinborough boutique cinema, restaurant and bar
- Riversdale – swimming, fishing, golf and surfing
- Tora Coastal Walk – stunning 3 day coastal walk
- Morisons Bush – swimming, camping and family picnics
- Waiohine Gorge – suspension bridge, swimming and walking
- Cobblestone Museum – a step back into the past for the region
Calendar events
- Toast Martinborough – signature wine and food festival
- Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival – “gather, sip, savour & dance”
- Martinborough Round the Vines – the biggest small school fundraiser in New Zealand
- Wairarapa Balloon Festival – 5 day festival to delight locals and visitors
- Tauherenikau Races – country racing and other events at their best
- Martinborough Fair – over 500 stall holders
- Wings over Wairarapa – biennial vintage plane extravaganza
- New Zealand Cycle Classic – the premier international road cycling event in New Zealand rides up Millars Road past Ranginui
- Hops in the Vines – craft beer meets fine wine
- Golden Shears – the world’s number one shearing and wool handling championship
- Festival of Christmas – mid-winter Christmas celebrations in Greytown
- Wairarapa Film Festival – Wairarapa has been home to Vincent Ward, Barry Barclay, Jemaine Clement, Ramai Haywood, Sir Peter Jackson and James Cameron
- Martinborough Skyline Mountain Bike Challenge – degrees of difficulty to suit all
- Featherston Booktown Festival – Featherston is now a fully-fledged, internationally recognised Booktown
- Cruise Martinborough – hot rod, classic and muscle car event
- Castlepoint Beach races – 150 years of racing at Castlepoint
- Jazz in Martinborough – a great way to enjoy the first weekend of spring
- Carterton Daffodil Festival – daffodils, street markets and steam train rides
- Gladstone Scarecrows Big Day Out – scarecrows adorn the landscape and Gladstone School holds it fair
Playgrounds
- Waihenga Playground
- Soldiers Memorial Park
- Queen Elizabeth Park
- Carrington Park
Swimming pools
- Trust House Recreation Centre
- Carterton Swimming Pool
- Greytown Memorial Baths
- Martinborough Swimming Pool
- Featherston Swimming Pool
Golf courses
- Carterton Golf Course
- Martinborough Golf Club
- Masterton Golf Club
- Mahunga Golf Club
- Riversdale Beach Golf Course
- Featherston Golf Club
Food, Wine and Produce
Eating Well
At Ranginui you are in the centre of one of the most enjoyable dining and cafe regions in the country.
Renowned and popular locations include:
- Aunt Ginger’s Kitchen
- The Runholder
- Luna
- Moy Hall
- Karahui Wine Bar & Eatery
- Coney Wines
- Union Square
- Café Medici
- The French Baker
- The White Swan
- The Clareville Bakery
- The Gladstone Inn
Your cellar
Although small in quantity, the Wairarapa wine industry punches above its weight.
Some of its strongest labels are now owned by US billionaire, Bill Foley – one of 3 billionaires who find themselves drawn to life in Wairarapa.
Well known vineyards include:
- Ata Rangi
- Palliser Estate
- On Giants Shoulders
- Escarpment Winery
- Cambridge Road Vineyard
- Martinborough Vineyard
- Te Kairanga
- Gladstone Vineyard
Produce
- There is a strong history of olives and other interesting harvests in the region.
- Take the time to visit Olivo and other local olive groves.
Education
Kindergartens and Early Learning Centres:
- Busy Bees Carterton
- South End Kindergarten
- Dot Kids Early Learning Centre
- Carterton Playcentre
- Carterton Preschool
- Greytown Kindergarten
- Martinborough Kindergarten
- Martinborough Playcentre
Primary Schools:
- Carterton School
- Dalefield School
- South End School
- St Mary’s School
- Gladstone School, Gladstone
- Greytown School
- Masterton Primary School
- Hadlow Preparatory School
- Martinborough School
Colleges:
- Wairarapa College (Years 9 to 13)
- Makoura College (Years 9 to 13)
- Rathkeale College (Years 9 to 13)
- Solway College (Years 7 to 13)
- St Matthew’s Collegiate School (Years 7 to 13)
- Kuranui College (Years 9 to 13)
Transport
Public Transport:
- Hop aboard the Metlink Train on the Wairarapa Line, running from Wellington to Masterton several times a day.
- Catch a bus linking Martinborough, Featherston, Greytown, Carterton and Masterton.
By Car:
- Access State Highway 2 from the east, providing a vital link between Wairarapa and both Wellington and the Hawke’s Bay region.
EV Charging Stations:
- Stonehenge Aotearoa (less than 3 kms from Ranginui)
- Carterton Events Centre
- Greytown Campground
- Te Kairanga Winery
- Masterton – 8 locations.
Helpful Amenities
- Medical Services: Carterton Medical Centre provides doctor and nursing services.
Wairarapa Hospital and Emergency Room are located in Masterton. - Dental Services: Park Road Dental Surgery and True Dentistry offer dental care services.
- Range of Retirement Villages and Nursing Homes in the Wairarapa Region.
- Community Hub: The Carterton Events Centre serves as a versatile venue catering to diverse needs, from hosting events, performances, and weddings to facilitating expos, functions, and meetings. Additionally, it houses a library, information centre, and Plunket Rooms, making it a multifaceted community hub.
Rural Lifestyle
Rural living at its best means you can have your own livestock, and in an agricultural region like the Wairarapa there is plenty of help on hand for your larger animal needs. Here are some reputable veterinary clinics in the area:
- South Wairarapa Veterinary Services
- EquiVets NZ
- The Vet Clinic Wairarapa
These clinics are well-equipped and staffed with experienced veterinarians dedicated to providing high-quality care for your rural animals. For more information or to make an appointment, you can visit their respective websites or contact them directly.
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287B MILLARS ROAD, CARTERTON, WAIRARAPA
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