The Good Life on the North Fork
Beaches accessible to non-residents
Beach accessible to non-residents with day passes ($8-10 per day) within a short drive of the house.
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/181/details.aspx
Hallock State Park Preserve offers a total of 225 acres. Hallock State Park Preserve is a shorefront park preserve that offers nearly one mile of pristine beachfront on the North Shore of Long Island along the Long Island Sound. Hiking, nature walks, and bird watching are available. Pet Policy: No pets allowed
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Hallock State Park Preserve
6062 Sound AveBeach accessible to non-residents with day passes ($8-10 per day) within a short drive of the house.
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/181/details.aspx
Hallock State Park Preserve offers a total of 225 acres. Hallock State Park Preserve is a shorefront park preserve that offers nearly one mile of pristine beachfront on the North Shore of Long Island along the Long Island Sound. Hiking, nature walks, and bird watching are available. Pet Policy: No pets allowed
Beach accessible to non-residents with day Passes ($8-10 per day) within a short drive of the house
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/106/details.aspx
Orient Beach State Park, located on the eastern tip of the north fork of Long Island, is a natural wonderland of waterfront with 45,000 feet of frontage on Gardiner's Bay and a rare maritime forest with red cedar, black-jack oak trees and prickly-pear cactus. Its natural beauty earned designation as a National Natural Landmark in 1980. Other natural attractions in the park include the salt water marsh and marine wildlife. Great Blue Herons, Egrets, Black Crowned Night Herons, and Osprey are common sights in the park, leading to its recognition as an Audubon Important Bird Area.
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Parque Estatal Orient Beach
40000 Main RdBeach accessible to non-residents with day Passes ($8-10 per day) within a short drive of the house
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/106/details.aspx
Orient Beach State Park, located on the eastern tip of the north fork of Long Island, is a natural wonderland of waterfront with 45,000 feet of frontage on Gardiner's Bay and a rare maritime forest with red cedar, black-jack oak trees and prickly-pear cactus. Its natural beauty earned designation as a National Natural Landmark in 1980. Other natural attractions in the park include the salt water marsh and marine wildlife. Great Blue Herons, Egrets, Black Crowned Night Herons, and Osprey are common sights in the park, leading to its recognition as an Audubon Important Bird Area.
Beach accessible to non-residents with day Passes ($8-10 per day) within a short drive of the house.
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/68/details.aspx
Wildwood State Park comprises 600 acres of undeveloped hardwood forest terminating on the high bluff overlooking Long Island Sound. Trailer and tent sites are available for campers. Swimmers can take advantage of the cool waters of the Sound, and picnickers can relax at shaded picnic tables as their children enjoy the nearby playground. Visitors can fish and use the hiking and cross-country ski trails.
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Wildwood State Park
1368 Sound AveBeach accessible to non-residents with day Passes ($8-10 per day) within a short drive of the house.
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/68/details.aspx
Wildwood State Park comprises 600 acres of undeveloped hardwood forest terminating on the high bluff overlooking Long Island Sound. Trailer and tent sites are available for campers. Swimmers can take advantage of the cool waters of the Sound, and picnickers can relax at shaded picnic tables as their children enjoy the nearby playground. Visitors can fish and use the hiking and cross-country ski trails.
Family Fun & Shopping
Family-friendly attraction with hayrides, barnyard animals & kids' activities, plus food & produce.
www.harbesfamilyfarm.com
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Harbes Family Farm - Mattituck
715 Sound AveFamily-friendly attraction with hayrides, barnyard animals & kids' activities, plus food & produce.
www.harbesfamilyfarm.com
This FINtastic destination features one of the largest all-living coral reef displays in this hemisphere, a 120,000-gallon shark tank, year-round sea lion shows, African Penguins, Marmosets, numerous touch tanks and more than 100 exhibits including the lavish indoor gardens of our Butterflies, Bugs & Birds Exhibit! You can try one of our JAWsome Aquatic Adventures, like the Shark Dive where you’ll get in the cage and down into our amazing Lost City of Atlantis Shark Exhibit. Or the Penguin Encounter where you’ll get up close and personal with our cutest feathered friends. Themed around the Lost City of Atlantis, Long Island Aquarium blends science and nature with myth to create an informative and entertaining environment for visitors of all ages. We offer a rich variety of experiences, from: fascinating marine life exhibits to Aquatic Adventures and educational programs.
www.longislandaquarium.com
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Acuario de Long Island
431 E Main StThis FINtastic destination features one of the largest all-living coral reef displays in this hemisphere, a 120,000-gallon shark tank, year-round sea lion shows, African Penguins, Marmosets, numerous touch tanks and more than 100 exhibits including the lavish indoor gardens of our Butterflies, Bugs & Birds Exhibit! You can try one of our JAWsome Aquatic Adventures, like the Shark Dive where you’ll get in the cage and down into our amazing Lost City of Atlantis Shark Exhibit. Or the Penguin Encounter where you’ll get up close and personal with our cutest feathered friends. Themed around the Lost City of Atlantis, Long Island Aquarium blends science and nature with myth to create an informative and entertaining environment for visitors of all ages. We offer a rich variety of experiences, from: fascinating marine life exhibits to Aquatic Adventures and educational programs.
www.longislandaquarium.com
Custer Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Custer Institute. Located in Southold, New York, facing Peconic Bay and Shelter Island, Custer's location boasts some of the darkest skies on Long Island. Custer Institute in Southold offers tours and stargazing through its powerful telescopes, every Saturday from dusk until midnight. Less moon is better for stargazing. Try to schedule a visit during the New Moon or crescent phase.
www.custerobservatory.org
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Custer Institute Inc.
1115 Main Bayview RdCuster Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Custer Institute. Located in Southold, New York, facing Peconic Bay and Shelter Island, Custer's location boasts some of the darkest skies on Long Island. Custer Institute in Southold offers tours and stargazing through its powerful telescopes, every Saturday from dusk until midnight. Less moon is better for stargazing. Try to schedule a visit during the New Moon or crescent phase.
www.custerobservatory.org
Shopping-mall chain featuring a variety of brand-name & designer outlet stores.
www.tangeroutlet.com/riverhead
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Tanger Outlets Riverhead
1770 W Main StShopping-mall chain featuring a variety of brand-name & designer outlet stores.
www.tangeroutlet.com/riverhead
Good for a rainy day with the little ones, Safari Adventure is an indoor playground, featuring a mix of slides, bounce houses, inflatables and playgrounds to arcades and toddler play.
Open 7 days a week; 11am-6pm
No reservations required.
https://www.thesafariadventure.com/
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Safari Adventure
1074 Pulaski StGood for a rainy day with the little ones, Safari Adventure is an indoor playground, featuring a mix of slides, bounce houses, inflatables and playgrounds to arcades and toddler play.
Open 7 days a week; 11am-6pm
No reservations required.
https://www.thesafariadventure.com/
Wineries & Tasting Rooms
A family-owned winery, with hand crafted wines made from sustainably grown grapes on three
vineyard sites across 75 acres.
Enjoy wine tasting with sweeping views of the vineyards and lush
gardens.
Tel: (631)734-7537
Open 11am-5pm daily
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Bedell Cellars
36225 Main RdA family-owned winery, with hand crafted wines made from sustainably grown grapes on three
vineyard sites across 75 acres.
Enjoy wine tasting with sweeping views of the vineyards and lush
gardens.
Tel: (631)734-7537
Open 11am-5pm daily
Our next door neighbor and the operator of our vineyard. Enjoy wine tasting at this three- estate vineyard, totaling 54 acres in the North Fork of Long Island. With over a dozen different varieties of wine, you’re bound to find something to love. The tasting room at Lieb Cellars offers 3 wine tasting flights accompanied by cheese and charcuterie snack menu. Schedule a private tasting if you’d like a more formal, educated-based experience. Enjoy your view of the vineyard on their outdoor patio, as Lieb Cellars does not offer tours of the vineyard.
Tel: (631) 734-1100
*Reservations Recommended
Open Daily, 12pm-7pm
*Dog Friendly
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Lieb Cellars
13050 Oregon RdOur next door neighbor and the operator of our vineyard. Enjoy wine tasting at this three- estate vineyard, totaling 54 acres in the North Fork of Long Island. With over a dozen different varieties of wine, you’re bound to find something to love. The tasting room at Lieb Cellars offers 3 wine tasting flights accompanied by cheese and charcuterie snack menu. Schedule a private tasting if you’d like a more formal, educated-based experience. Enjoy your view of the vineyard on their outdoor patio, as Lieb Cellars does not offer tours of the vineyard.
Tel: (631) 734-1100
*Reservations Recommended
Open Daily, 12pm-7pm
*Dog Friendly
At Macari Vineyards, enjoy different tasting experiences, that include tasting flights
accompanied by cheese and charcuterie boards. Go on a detailed, guided tour through the
cellar, followed by a flight tasting and a catered lunch between the vines.
Tel: (631)298-0100
*Reservations required
Open: Mon – Thu 9am-5pm and Fri – Sun, 10am-6pm. Tastings begin at 11am.
*Dog friendly
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Macari Vineyards
150 Bergen AveAt Macari Vineyards, enjoy different tasting experiences, that include tasting flights
accompanied by cheese and charcuterie boards. Go on a detailed, guided tour through the
cellar, followed by a flight tasting and a catered lunch between the vines.
Tel: (631)298-0100
*Reservations required
Open: Mon – Thu 9am-5pm and Fri – Sun, 10am-6pm. Tastings begin at 11am.
*Dog friendly
At Croteaux, the easy-going, summer rhythm of the North Fork inspired their wine. Which lead to Croteaux Vineyards to be the only vineyard in the U.S. exclusively dedicated to growing vinifera grapes for making only rosé. Unique among North Fork wineries, the quaint and cozy Croteaux tasting room opens up to a beautiful, pebbled courtyard garden, surrounded by historic barns. The vineyards, winery, and tasting garden are surrounded by two historic farms, which creates a breath-taking view. The vineyard serves a variety of light fare ranging from sliced baguette with a homemade cheese spread to lobster roll sliders and other seasonal selections.
Tel: (631) 765-6099
Open Daily, 12pm-6pm
*Dog friendly
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Croteaux Vineyards
1450 S Harbor RdAt Croteaux, the easy-going, summer rhythm of the North Fork inspired their wine. Which lead to Croteaux Vineyards to be the only vineyard in the U.S. exclusively dedicated to growing vinifera grapes for making only rosé. Unique among North Fork wineries, the quaint and cozy Croteaux tasting room opens up to a beautiful, pebbled courtyard garden, surrounded by historic barns. The vineyards, winery, and tasting garden are surrounded by two historic farms, which creates a breath-taking view. The vineyard serves a variety of light fare ranging from sliced baguette with a homemade cheese spread to lobster roll sliders and other seasonal selections.
Tel: (631) 765-6099
Open Daily, 12pm-6pm
*Dog friendly
Tour their state of the art winemaking facility, dedicated to the exclusive production of Méthode Champenoise Sparkling Wines. Enjoy a sit-down guided wine tasting featuring a wide offering of sparkling wine styles and flavors. The wines are showcased at the Grand Tasting House where guided, educational tastings are conducted daily. Sparkling Pointe is one of the few wineries where you can sit, relax, and enjoy table service inside the elegant Tasting House, VIP Bubble Lounge, or outside on the Terrace overlooking exquisite views of the vineyard.
Tel: (631) 765-0200
*Reservations required
Open Daily, 11am-5pm
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Sparkling Pointe Vineyards & Winery
39750 County Rd 48Tour their state of the art winemaking facility, dedicated to the exclusive production of Méthode Champenoise Sparkling Wines. Enjoy a sit-down guided wine tasting featuring a wide offering of sparkling wine styles and flavors. The wines are showcased at the Grand Tasting House where guided, educational tastings are conducted daily. Sparkling Pointe is one of the few wineries where you can sit, relax, and enjoy table service inside the elegant Tasting House, VIP Bubble Lounge, or outside on the Terrace overlooking exquisite views of the vineyard.
Tel: (631) 765-0200
*Reservations required
Open Daily, 11am-5pm
Enjoy a morning at the vineyard with brunch & bubbly featuring local, seasonal produce from Lombardi’s Love Lane or relax outside on the patio and enjoy a tasting overlooking the vineyards. Rose Hill offers a variety of light bites including charcuterie boards, cheeses and other seasonal selections.
Tel: (631) 734-1100
*Reservations Recommended
Open Daily, 12pm-7pm
*Dog Friendly
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Shinn Estate Vineyards and Farmhouse
2000 Oregon RdEnjoy a morning at the vineyard with brunch & bubbly featuring local, seasonal produce from Lombardi’s Love Lane or relax outside on the patio and enjoy a tasting overlooking the vineyards. Rose Hill offers a variety of light bites including charcuterie boards, cheeses and other seasonal selections.
Tel: (631) 734-1100
*Reservations Recommended
Open Daily, 12pm-7pm
*Dog Friendly
Food scene
Our personal favorite though a bit on the pricey end but well worth it if you can garner a reservation. The restaurant is housed in a historic countryside home in Southold, Long Island. Offering 3 to 4 course dinners with farm-to-table style food. North Fork Inn and Table has a comfortable atmosphere and is great for intimate dinners or date night.
Tel: (631)765-0177
*Reservations required
*Serves Dinner - Fri-Sat: 5pm-10pm & Sun: 5pm-9pm
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North Fork Table & Inn
57225 Main RdOur personal favorite though a bit on the pricey end but well worth it if you can garner a reservation. The restaurant is housed in a historic countryside home in Southold, Long Island. Offering 3 to 4 course dinners with farm-to-table style food. North Fork Inn and Table has a comfortable atmosphere and is great for intimate dinners or date night.
Tel: (631)765-0177
*Reservations required
*Serves Dinner - Fri-Sat: 5pm-10pm & Sun: 5pm-9pm
As one of Long Islands top 100 restaurants, Frisky Oyster offers a gourmet menu in a sophisticated and chic atmosphere. The menu
is updated daily to showcase the most exceptional, local ingredients. Best for date nights or dinner with loved ones.
Tel: (631) 477-4265
*Accepts Reservations
*Serves Dinner- Wed, Thu & Sun 5pm-10pm, Fri & Sat 5pm-11pm
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The Frisky Oyster
27 Front StAs one of Long Islands top 100 restaurants, Frisky Oyster offers a gourmet menu in a sophisticated and chic atmosphere. The menu
is updated daily to showcase the most exceptional, local ingredients. Best for date nights or dinner with loved ones.
Tel: (631) 477-4265
*Accepts Reservations
*Serves Dinner- Wed, Thu & Sun 5pm-10pm, Fri & Sat 5pm-11pm
Jedediah Hawkins Inn offers two menus, filled with standard North Fork Favorites and a new Sushi/Sashimi Menu. With herbs and produce from their very own kitchen garden and the freshest local seafood contribute to delicious farm-to-table fare. Dine on the outdoor patio or in their solarium with views of the garden and sky. Or lounge in their speakeasy with wine, cheese and a game of backgammon.
Tel: (631) 722-2900
*Serves Dinner- Thu–Sun, 5:00pm–9:00pm
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Jedediah Hawkins Inn
400 S Jamesport AveJedediah Hawkins Inn offers two menus, filled with standard North Fork Favorites and a new Sushi/Sashimi Menu. With herbs and produce from their very own kitchen garden and the freshest local seafood contribute to delicious farm-to-table fare. Dine on the outdoor patio or in their solarium with views of the garden and sky. Or lounge in their speakeasy with wine, cheese and a game of backgammon.
Tel: (631) 722-2900
*Serves Dinner- Thu–Sun, 5:00pm–9:00pm
Noah’s provides the North Fork of Long Island “farm to fork” fare sourced from local farmers and fisherman. Offering seasonal menus that best reflect the East End's local treasures, while supporting the people who make it possible. With their top-notch food, a memorable atmosphere, you can enjoy brunch or dinner. Stop by for happy hour and enjoy their specialty cocktails.
Tel: (631) 477-6720
Monday & Wednesday, 4pm-9pm | Closed Tuesday | Friday-Sunday, 12pm-9pm
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Noah's
136 Front StNoah’s provides the North Fork of Long Island “farm to fork” fare sourced from local farmers and fisherman. Offering seasonal menus that best reflect the East End's local treasures, while supporting the people who make it possible. With their top-notch food, a memorable atmosphere, you can enjoy brunch or dinner. Stop by for happy hour and enjoy their specialty cocktails.
Tel: (631) 477-6720
Monday & Wednesday, 4pm-9pm | Closed Tuesday | Friday-Sunday, 12pm-9pm
Get a taste of Italy in the heart of Mattituck. aMano is a locally owned Italian Restaurant with a wood oven fired pizza and pastas on the menu, along with local ingredients from nearby farms and bay. Enjoy their inventive signature cocktails and over 100 delicious local North Fork or Italian wines. Swing by for Happy Hour, daily from 4pm.
Tel: (631) 298-4800
*Serves Dinner- Mon-Thu, 4:30pm-8:30pm | Fri, 4:30pm-9pm | Sat, 4pm-9pm | Sun 4pm-8pm
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A Mano
13550 Main RdGet a taste of Italy in the heart of Mattituck. aMano is a locally owned Italian Restaurant with a wood oven fired pizza and pastas on the menu, along with local ingredients from nearby farms and bay. Enjoy their inventive signature cocktails and over 100 delicious local North Fork or Italian wines. Swing by for Happy Hour, daily from 4pm.
Tel: (631) 298-4800
*Serves Dinner- Mon-Thu, 4:30pm-8:30pm | Fri, 4:30pm-9pm | Sat, 4pm-9pm | Sun 4pm-8pm
This original brewery and tasting room are located in the heart of Greenport Village in an 1860’s firehouse. At Greenport Brewing, go upstairs for a pint or a beer tasting, where there’s 13 tasteful beers to choose from. Stop in to enjoy local, in house-made beer from these North Fork brewers.
Tel: (631) 477-1100
*Kid Friendly
Open Fri-Sat, 12pm-8pm | Sun, 12pm-7pm
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Greenport Harbor Brewing Company
234 Carpenter StThis original brewery and tasting room are located in the heart of Greenport Village in an 1860’s firehouse. At Greenport Brewing, go upstairs for a pint or a beer tasting, where there’s 13 tasteful beers to choose from. Stop in to enjoy local, in house-made beer from these North Fork brewers.
Tel: (631) 477-1100
*Kid Friendly
Open Fri-Sat, 12pm-8pm | Sun, 12pm-7pm
Keeping with the North Fork tradition, Lombardi’s Love Lane uses top quality, local seasonal ingredients. Love Lane is a simple and delicious gourmet market, catering from their kitchen to your table. Look out for the local favorites on the shelves at Lombardi’s Love Lane Market.
Tel: (631) 298-9500
Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-6pm | Sunday-Monday, 10am-5pm | Closed Tuesday
*Kid Friendly
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Lombardi's Love Lane Market
170 Love LnKeeping with the North Fork tradition, Lombardi’s Love Lane uses top quality, local seasonal ingredients. Love Lane is a simple and delicious gourmet market, catering from their kitchen to your table. Look out for the local favorites on the shelves at Lombardi’s Love Lane Market.
Tel: (631) 298-9500
Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-6pm | Sunday-Monday, 10am-5pm | Closed Tuesday
*Kid Friendly
A charming Café offering a delicious selection of food and goods inspired by the North Fork. Stop in for fresh pastries and baked good or sit down for a delightful breakfast or lunch.
Tel: (631) 458-1275
Thu-Sun, 8am-4pm
*Kid Friendly
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Southold IGA
54560 NY-25A charming Café offering a delicious selection of food and goods inspired by the North Fork. Stop in for fresh pastries and baked good or sit down for a delightful breakfast or lunch.
Tel: (631) 458-1275
Thu-Sun, 8am-4pm
*Kid Friendly
Located in the heart of Mattituck, Lucharitos delivers freshly prepared foods at affordable prices. If you’re looking for a casual lunch or dinner, this Mexican restaurant is for you. Enjoy specialty margaritas with freshly pureed juices and choose from over 50 kinds of Tequila.
Tel: (631) 477-6666
Mon-Thu 11:30am-8:30pm | Fri, 11:30am-10pm | Sat, 11:30am-9pm | Sun, 11:30am-8pm
*Kid Friendly
Lucharitos Burrito Bar
10095 Main RoadLocated in the heart of Mattituck, Lucharitos delivers freshly prepared foods at affordable prices. If you’re looking for a casual lunch or dinner, this Mexican restaurant is for you. Enjoy specialty margaritas with freshly pureed juices and choose from over 50 kinds of Tequila.
Tel: (631) 477-6666
Mon-Thu 11:30am-8:30pm | Fri, 11:30am-10pm | Sat, 11:30am-9pm | Sun, 11:30am-8pm
*Kid Friendly