Shearers Cottage Masterton in Masterton, Wairarapa, New Zealand | Farm | Self Catering | Vineyard Stay | Cottage | Self Catering Apartments holiday rentals | Farmstead | Winelands Accommodation | Farmstays

Shearers Cottage Masterton is a luxury self contained Masterton Cottage for one or two people in Wellington in New Zealand.

In the heart of the Wairarapa, bordering an olive grove, Shearers Cottage is a delightful 1924 restored Cottage is elegantly furnished, and fully equipped for one or two people.

Elegant and comfortable accommodation in Wellington. Furnished with beautiful linen, the ensuite has shower, toilet, vanity and claw foot bath with thick cotton towels. There is an easy to operate open gas fire in the lounge with french doors opening to a private courtyard. The courtyard has table and chairs for you to enjoy a drink in the evening and watch the sun setting behind the olives. Heaters and electric blankets are available for the cooler Wairarapa nights. There is a well equipped stainless steel kitchen. The garden is planted with lavenders, poppies and box trees. There are a selection of dvds and cds, books and magazines for your enjoyment.

Breakfast basket provided at Shearers Cottage Masterton: Included in the tariff is the breakfast basket which is refreshed each day. This includes freshly baked bread, orange juice, bacon, tomatoes and free range eggs. Vegetarian options include pancakes and fresh fruits with yogurt and honey. Teas and plunger coffee are available in the self contained kitchen. You can sit outside in the morning sun with your breakfast. Depending on the season and availability, gourmet vegetarian evening meals can be arranged. Please talk with your hosts as you make your bookings.

The Olive grove - Established seven years ago, the olive grove has several hundred trees, mostly manzanilla and frantoia. The months of June and July are harvest time and there are opportunities to be involved for those who are interested. There are views to the Tararuas and you can walk to the Ruamahanga River bordering the back of the property. The nineteen acre property includes a small vineyard with the first harvest in March and April 2009. One and a half hours from Wellington, ten minutes from central Masterton and forty five minutes from Martinborough, this property has the advantage of both easy city access and the rural environment.

Drawing and painting tuition: Half day art classes for beginners and established artists can be pre-arranged with New Zealand artist Jane Sinclair. Please enquire when you make your bookings.

Wairarapa towns
Quietly relax and recharge your batteries: a tranquil retreat to read, and to discover the attractive environs of Masterton, Richmond Gardens in Carterton, fantastic cafes, galleries and shopping in Greytown and cafes, vineyards and festivals in Martinborough. Masterton has great cafes, Aratoi art gallery, Moore Wilson's fresh market, the saturday Farmers market, the sunday street market and is host to many festivals.