eating and drinking
The Love Boat is self-catering. Just bring your own food and drink, and cook meals using the four-burner cooktop, oven and Weber BBQ provided. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.
If you're staying on the weekend, it's your lucky day. The Watermill Bakery is a hidden gem two minutes at the end of their road and only open Fridays. It includes handcrafted artisan pizza (must be pre-booked), fresh bread, and pastries - a must-visit.
The Wairarapa has a plethora of fantastic dining options to choose so here are just a few recommended to you by your hosts. For a quick bite to eat, check out Clareville Bakery in Carterton. Balter Bar is a fantastic dinner spot in Carterton, or you can head 22 minutes over to Masterton to Koi, modern Indian-Malaysian cuisine, or The Screening Room, a unique cinema and eatery. In the heart of Greytown, 30 minutes in the other direction, is the iconic White Swan, which offers outdoor seating, a fireplace, and great cocktails and meals. Also in Greytown is Aperitif, a wine bar and eatery. If you're a wine fanatic, Martinborough (45-minute drive) is renowned for its excellent vineyards.
The nearest store for stocking up on food and supplies is New World in Carterton, 20 minutes away.