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Orient Beach State Park

Located a few miles east of our cottages,in Orient. Orient is at the end of the North Fork on Route 25. Park is open from May 23 to Sept 7. Bus service is available into park from Greenport and the Orient Ferry. Entrance $5 per car.
This park includes 357 acres. It has 10 miles of beachfront. The park is a great place for shell collecting, plant study and bird-watching.

Facilities: 300 foot beach on Gardiners Bay, 2 sand chairs (sand wheelchair), playground (handicapped accessible), pavillion, bike rentals, horseshoe pits, vollyball, picnic area, gas grill (fee), comfort station, food stand with deck, saltwater fishing, barbecue pits, hiking, Roy Latham Maritime Forest trail (self guided) and bike path.

Phone: 631-323-2440

Cedar Point County Park

East Hampton (631) 852-7620

The activities available at Cedar Point include:

Swimming, fishing, hiking, picnicking, camping, rowboat rentals, bicycling, saltwater fishing, hunting, outer beach recreational vehicles

Directions: Montauk Highway east to Stephen Hands Path in East Hampton. Turn north and continue to Old North West Road. Bear left and continue to Alewive Brook Road. The park entrance is nearly 100 yards down the road.

607 acre Cedar Point, with commanding views of Gardiner's Bay, offers individual and organized group camping areas. Picnic areas, boat rentals, nature trails, vehicular access to the outer beach (with permit only), licensed hunting for waterfowl (in season), surfcasting for bass and bluefish, and bicycle paths are offered, as well. Settled in 1651, Cedar Point was once a busy port for shipping farm goods, fish, and timber from Sag Harbor. The historic Cedar Point Lighthouse stood on an island 200 yards from shore when it was built in 1860. Its beacon served to guide whaling ships in and out of Sag Harbor during its hey-day as a major port. The hurricane of 1938 transformed the shoreline, shifting sands to create a narrow, walkable strip that now connects the lighthouse with the mainland.

Cupsogue County Beach offers:

Swimming, camping, outer beach access, fishing, diving, a refreshment stand, and restrooms

Directions: From the Village of Westhampton Beach, go south on Jessup's Lane and cross the bridge. Turnright onto Dune Road. Follow Dune Road to its western terminus in Westhampton Beach

This 296 acre barrier beach park offers lifeguard-supervised Atlantic Ocean swimming, sun-bathing on white sand beaches and some of the finest saltwater bass fishing to be had on the Island. A refreshment concession, restrooms, first aid center, showers and changing rooms are all conveniently situated at Cupsogue's pavilion. Wheelchairs may access the pavilion and a massive boardwalk by way of ramps from the parking lot. Campers and recreational vehicles are permitted along the access road running parallel to the outer beach. Diving is permitted at slack tide on the bay side of the park only. Water depth is approximately 12'.

The activities available at Indian Island include:

Hiking, picnicing, camping, fishing, a sports field, and a small zoo

Directions: LIE exit 71; Right turn onto Route 24 at end of exit ramp; Follow Route 24 south through the Riverhead Traffic Circle; Continue on Route 24 and make a left turn at the next traffic light onto Route 105; Follow 105 to entrance on right.

275 acre Indian Island County Park, at the estuarine mouth of the Peconic River, is open to the public year-round for a variety of activities. Wide trails for hikers, bicyclers, and automobiles are clearly marked and meticulously groomed. Camping is immensely popular at Indian Island, with trailer and tent campsites open to organized groups, individuals and camping clubs. Restrooms and shower facilities are available for the comfort of all campers. Additionally, a small farm/zoo, featuring exotic chickens, mischievous goats, and elegantly plumed peacocks, never fails to delight park visitors of all ages. What was formerly the ' island' at Indian Island County Park is now connected to the mainland by a causeway composed entirely of white sands. Remote, yet easily accessible to all, this ' island', complete with picnic tables, grills, comfortable benches and views of a glistening and peaceful Flanders Bay, offers one of the finest picnicking sites available in Suffolk County.

Sears Bellows County Park

Bellows Pond Road, Hampton Bays

Park Office: (631) 852-8290, Stables: (631) 723-3554, Big Duck Shop: (631) 852-8292

The activities available at Sears Bellows include:

Hiking, camping, picnicking, swimming, freshwater fishing, rowboat rentals, hunting, bridle paths, and a horseback riding facility. Home of the Big Duck

Directions: Follow Sunrise Highway to exit 65 North. Follow road (Route 24) to Bellows Pond Road. Make a left turn onto Bellows Pond Road. The park entrance will be on your right.

This 979 acre Pine Barrens park offers a broad range of recreational opportunities to Suffolk County residents and tourists. Campsites for both tents and trailers are available. Lifeguard-protected swimming and rowboat rentals are offered at crystal-clear, freshwater Bellows Pond. Ice-skating is permitted when appropriate. Sears Bellows' extensive trail system attracts hikers and horseback riders from all points, east and west. The stable offers lessons, boarding, and trail rides, year-round. Dirt-bikes and other motorized recreational vehicles are strictly prohibited from this and every County Park. Local riders may use the park with an annual Suffolk County Parks Horseback Riding Permit visibly displayed. This park will be closed to certain activities during deer and waterfowl hunting seasons. Sears Bellows Park is a sportsman's paradise. Freshwater pond fishing for bluegill, bass, perch and pickerel, with bait, is permitted between sunrise and sunset. Bow and shotgun hunting is permitted seasonally. New York State regulations apply to all sporting activities. Suffolk County Park Keys are also required.

The Big Duck, an historic, colossal, concrete duck-shaped building has been restored by the Parks department in cooperation with the friends for Long Island's Heritage. The Big Duck is currently open to the public as a museum shop, featuring Big Duck T-shirts, umbrellas and hats, as well as a variety of unique gift items. The Big Duck also serves as a tourist information center for the Long Island Convetion Center and Visitors Bureau.

Golfing

Calverton Links
149 Edwards Ave.
Calverton
631-369-5200
9-hole, par 36
Cherry Creek Golf Links
900 Reeves Ave.
Riverhead
631-369-6500
18-hole, par 73

Indian Island Country Club
Riverside Dr.
Riverhead
631-727-7776
18-hole, par 72

Sandy Pond Golf Course
Roanoke Ave.
Riverhead
631-727-0909
9-hole, par 27

Shelter Island Country Club
Sunnyside Ave.
Shelter Island Heights
Shelter Island
631-749-0416
9-hole, par 33

Wildwood State Park

Off Sound Ave. north on Hulse Landing Rd.
Wading River
631-929-4314
Beachfront: 2 miles on LI Sound
Lifeguards: May 23 - Sept 7
Facilities: Showers, campsites, picnic area softball field, volleyball court, playground, 2 basketball courts, biking/hiking trails, saltwater fishing and beach ramp.

Sears Bellows County Park

Off Montauk Hwy north on Bellows Pond Rd.
Hampton Bays
631-852-8290
Beachfront: 200 feet on Bellows Pond, a freshwater lake
Lifeguards: June 20 - Sept 7
Facilities: Bike Hostels, campsites, 5.5 miles of bridle paths, fishing, rowboat rentals.

Boating Resources

If you have a boat, feel free to use our docks while you stay with us. If you want to rent a boat, check out the merchants below.

Carman's River Canoes
2976 Montauk Hwy.
Brookhaven
631-286-1966
Eagle's Neck Paddling
49295 Main Rd.
Southold
631-765-3502

Peconic Paddler
89 Peconic Ave.
Riverhead
631-369-9500

Sail Abilities
Southold
631-765-9389

Walking / Hiking

David Sarnoff Pine Barrens Preserve
Route 104
Riverhead
631-444-0273
7.5 miles of marked hiking trails on a 2,183 acres
Inlet Pond County Preserve
Main Road
Greenport
631-854-4949
Popular for surf fishing and unmarked trails on 39 acres

Mashomack Preserve
Route 114
Shelter Island
631-749-1001
22 miles of marked trails on 2,039 acres

Barcelona Neck
Route 114
Sag Harbor
631-444-0273
4 miles of marked trails on 532 acres

Quogue Wildlife Refuge
Old County Rd.
Quogue
631-653-4771
7 miles of self guided trails on 300 acres

Bicycling Resources

Piccozzi's Bike Shop
Bridge Street
Shelter Island Hgts.
631-749-0045
Paumonok Bicycling Advocacy
631-673-4616

Transportation Links

Railroad
Long Island Railroad

Motor Coach
Hampton Jitney

Road Conditions
New York Area Traffic Conditions

Connecticut: Long Island Ferry
Long Island Ferry

Area Dining

Diners
The Cutchogue Diner - Main Road - Cuthogue - 631-734-9056

German
Hans Gasthaus - Route 25 - Aquebogue - 631-722-5813

Italian
Pagano's Restaurant & Pizzeria - Main Road - Southold - 631-765-6109
Porto Bello - 1410 Manhanset Ave. - Greenport - 631-477-1717
A Touch of Venice - Wickham Ave. - Mattituck - 631-298-5851

Seafood
Meeting House Creek Inn - Meeting House Creek Rd - Aquebogue - 631-722-4220
Hollisters Restaurant - Main Road - Southold - 631-765-5113
Legends - 835 First Street - New Suffolk - 631-734-5123
Orient By The Sea - Main Road - Orient - 631-323-2424
Sea Shell Restaurant - Main Road - Southold - 631-765-5555
Chowder Pot Pub - Third St - Greenport - 631-477-1345
Fisherman's Rest - Main Road - Cutchogue - 631-734-5155
Soundview Restaurant - Route 48 - Greenport - 631-477-0666

Indian
The Curry Club - Main Road - Southold - 631-765-1100

Greek
Hellenic Snack Bar & Restaurant - Main Road - East Marion - 631-477-0138
North Fork Grill - 9650 Main Road - Mattituck - 631-298-5790

American
Modern Snack Bar - Route 25 - Aquebogue - 631-722-3655
The Birchwood - 512 Pulaski St. - Riverhead - 631-727-4449
Nineteenth Hole Restaurant - 900 Reeve's Ave. - Riverhead - 631-369-7294
The Heritage Inn - Main Road - Mattituck - 631-298-4800
Pancake Cottage - 1077 Old Country Rd - Riverhead - 631-369-1290
Rhumb Line Restaurant - 36 Front Street - Greenport - 631-477-9883
Ross' North Fork Restaurant - Route 48 - Southold - 631-765-2111
Townsend Manor Inn - 714 Main St. - Greenport - 631-477-2000
Bootleggers Gourmet - 300 Main St. - Greenport - 631-477-0012
The Cooperage Inn - Sound Ave. & Twomey - Baiting Hollow - 631-727-8994
Daly's Old Mill Inn - Mattituck - 631-298-8080
Jamesport Manor Inn - Manor Lane - Jamesport - 631-722-3382
Palmer's Harbor Inn - Peconic Bay - New Suffolk - 631-734-4222
The Old Barge - 750 Old Main Road - Southold - 631-765-4700
Jerry & The Mermaid Restaurant - 469 East Main St. - Riverhead - 631-727-8489
Main Street Grill - Main Street - Southold - 631-765-9610
J.P. Michael's - 307 Griffing Ave. - Riverhead - 631-727-9010
New Moon Cafe - 524 Montauk Highway - East Quogue - 631-653-4042
Peconic River Cruises - Riverhead - 631-369-3700
The Salamander Cafe - Manhanset Ave. - Greenport - 631-477-8839
Shelley's Place - Main Road - Southold - 631-765-5211
Bruce's Cafe - 208 Main Street - Greenport - 631-477-0023
Johnny's Car Hop & Juke Joint - Rte 48 & Hortons' Lane - Southold - 631-765-3336

Ice Cream
Scoops - Main Road - Cutchogue - 631-734-6331

Local Vineyards
Long Island Wine Council

Bedell Cellars
Main Road, Rte. 25
Cutchogue, NY 11935
631-734-7537
Tours: By appointment only
Tastings: 11AM-6PM daily

Corey Creek Vineyards
45470 Route 25
Southold, NY 11971
631-765-4168

Duck Walk Vineyards
162 Montauk Highway
Southampton, NY 11976
Phone: 631-726-7555
Fax: 631-726-4395

Gristina Vineyards
Main Road, Rte. 25
Cutchogue, NY 11935
631-734-7089
Tours: By appointment only
Tastings: 11AM-5PM daily

Hargrave Vineyards
Route 48
Cutchogue, NY 11935
631-734-5158
Closed January-March
Tours: daily
Tastings: daily

Jamesport Vineyards
Main Road, Rte. 25
Jamesport, NY 11947
631-722-5256
Tours and Tastings: 10AM-5PM Monday - Saturday/ 12PM-5PM Sun.

Laurel Lake Vineyards
Main Road, Rte. 25
Laurel, NY 11948
631-298-1420

Lenz Winery
Route 25
Peconic, NY 11958
631-734-6010
Tours and Tastings: 10AM-6PM daily

Macari Vineyards
P.O.Box 2
Mattituck, NY 11952
Phone: 631-298-0100
Fax: 631-298-8373

Osprey's Dominion Vineyards
Main Road, Rte. 25
Peconic, NY 11958
631-765-6188
Tours: By appointment only.
Tastings: 10AM-5PM daily

Palmer Vineyards
108 Route 48
Aquebogue, NY 11931
631-722-WINE
Tours and Tastings: 11AM-6PM daily (May-October)/11AM-5PM daily (November-April)

Paumanok Vineyards
Main Road, Rte. 25
Aquebogue, NY 11931
631-722-8800
Tours and Tastings: 11AM-6PM daily (April-December)/11AM-5PM daily (January-March)

Peconic Bay Vineyards
Main Road, Rte. 25
Cutchogue, NY 11935
631-734-7361
Tours: By appointment only. Tastings: 11AM-5PM daily

Pellegrini Vineyards
23005 Route 25
Cutchogue, NY 11935
631-734-4111

Pindar Vineyards
Main Road, Rte. 25
Peconic, NY 11958
631-734-6200

Pugliese Vineyards
Main Road, Rte. 25
Cutchogue, NY 11935
631-734-4057

Sag Pond Vineyards
P.O.Box 1768
Bridgehampton, NY 11932
Phone: 631-537-5106
Fax: 631-537-5107

Schneider Vineyards
PO Box 1152
Cutchogue, NY 11935
631-734-2699

Ternhaven Cellars
331 Front Street
Greenport, NY 11944
Phone (631)477-8737

Arts Attractions

East End Arts Council
East Main Street, Riverhead, 727-0900
Imagine Gallery
Riverhead

Suffolk Theatre
Main Street, Riverhead

Vail Leavitt Music Hall/Mini-Cine
Peconic Avenue, Riverhead, 727-5782

Mattituck Cinemas
Route 25, Mattituck, 298-4400

North Fork Community Theatre
Old Sound Avenue, Mattituck, 298-4500

Old Town Arts & Crafts Guild
Main Road, Cutchogue, 734-6382

Arts In Southold Town
Cutchogue, 734-7696

Island Artists Gallery
Main Street, Greenport, 477-3070

Village Cinema
Front Street, Greenport, 477-8600

The activities available at Indian Island include:


American Armoured Foundation Tank Museum
Love Lane, Mattituck, 588-0033
Custer Institute
Main Bayview Road, off Route 25, Southold
765-2626

Cutchogue Village Green and Old Burial Ground
Main Road

East End Seaport and Marine Foundation
Third Street, Greenport

Hallockville Museum Farm
6308 Sound Avenue, Riverhead, 298-5292

Horton Point Lighthouse and Nautical Museum
Southold, 765-5500

Indian Museum
Bayview Road, Southold, 765-5577

Mary E. Sailing Schooner
Greenport, 477-8966

Mattituck Historical Society
Route 25 at Cardinal Drive, 298-5248

Oysterponds Historical Society
Village Lane, Orient, 323-2480

Polish Immigrant Museum
Lincoln Street, Riverhead, 369-1616

Railroad Museum of Long Island
Greenport, 477-0439

Railroad Museum of Long Island
Riverhead Restoration Site
Railroad Avenue, 727-7920

Regina Maris
South end of Main Street, Greenport
477-2121

Riverhead Foundation for
Marine Research and Preservation

Aquarium Preview Center
431 East Main Street, 369-9840

Southold Town Historical Society Museums
Main Road, Southold, 765-5500

Stirling Historical Society of Greenport
Main Street

Suffolk County Historical Society
300 West Main Street, Riverhead, 727-2881

The Wilderness Traveling Museum
430 Griffing Avenue, Riverhead, 369-2606

Area Shopping

Tanger Outlet - 1770 West Main St. - Riverhead - 631-369-2724
Antiques & Old Lace - Main St. - Cutchogue - 631-734-6462