Places to eat & things to see & do around Foxton
Food scene
The following eateries are located within 10 minutes' drive of Moutoa House. For more information on any of these recommendations, search them on FaceBook as they all have active accounts.
If you're after a great meal with a fantastic atmosphere you must visit Ocean Beach Eatery! Choose from a classic sit down meal, snacks at the bar or enjoy the evening in the garden bar.
Ocean Beach Eatery
52 Signal StIf you're after a great meal with a fantastic atmosphere you must visit Ocean Beach Eatery! Choose from a classic sit down meal, snacks at the bar or enjoy the evening in the garden bar.
Enjoy a fantastic cup of coffee or a glass of wine at this great local eatery. Located on Foxton's Main Street and open until 8pm.
Mrs Nubbs
72 Main StEnjoy a fantastic cup of coffee or a glass of wine at this great local eatery. Located on Foxton's Main Street and open until 8pm.
Great value, tasty takeaways. Reg’s has all the classics plus some new takes on those old favourites. Always delicious!
Regs Takeaways
62 Seabury AveGreat value, tasty takeaways. Reg’s has all the classics plus some new takes on those old favourites. Always delicious!
Good Kiwi style fresh fish and chips. Friendly staff and reasonable prices - Mr Grumpy's Takeaways was voted one of the best fish and chip shops in the Manawatu.
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Mr Grumpys Takeaways
135 Seabury AveGood Kiwi style fresh fish and chips. Friendly staff and reasonable prices - Mr Grumpy's Takeaways was voted one of the best fish and chip shops in the Manawatu.
Busy, friendly cafe with a good selection of tasty offerings. Always a favourite for those travelling through Foxton.
The Dutch Oven
96 Main StBusy, friendly cafe with a good selection of tasty offerings. Always a favourite for those travelling through Foxton.
Things to Do
If you're after an awesome wakeboard experience, visit Off the Loop. Great staff with all equipment provided.
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OFF THE LOOP Wake Park
10 Stewart StIf you're after an awesome wakeboard experience, visit Off the Loop. Great staff with all equipment provided.
A great place to explore Foxton's local history and learn some interesting facts. There are several interactive displays available - including traditional Dutch clothing that you are welcome to try on - just make sure you get a photo!
Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom
92 Main StA great place to explore Foxton's local history and learn some interesting facts. There are several interactive displays available - including traditional Dutch clothing that you are welcome to try on - just make sure you get a photo!
If you're heading north from Foxton, you will pass through the small town of Sanson. Ministry of Books is a labyrinth of excellent quality used books. They have some incredible gems within their shelves which are well organised and easy to browse. Staff are happy to help should you have a title in mind.
Ministry Of Books
If you're heading north from Foxton, you will pass through the small town of Sanson. Ministry of Books is a labyrinth of excellent quality used books. They have some incredible gems within their shelves which are well organised and easy to browse. Staff are happy to help should you have a title in mind.
If you are an antique hunter, be sure to visit French & Sons. Located in Bulls (about 30 minutes north of Foxton), French & Sons have some beautiful pieces of Kiwi history.
French & Sons
High StreetIf you are an antique hunter, be sure to visit French & Sons. Located in Bulls (about 30 minutes north of Foxton), French & Sons have some beautiful pieces of Kiwi history.
Sightseeing
If you're visiting in a 4WD, Foxton Beach is open to vehicles. Great views from the surf club carpark with showers and toilet facilities available.
Foxton Beach
If you're visiting in a 4WD, Foxton Beach is open to vehicles. Great views from the surf club carpark with showers and toilet facilities available.
Visit Foxton's very own windmill and explore some of the Dutch offerings inside - the spiced biscuits are particularly nice!
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De Molen (windmill) Foxton
96a Main StVisit Foxton's very own windmill and explore some of the Dutch offerings inside - the spiced biscuits are particularly nice!