Hop farms are on the rise and there’s no wonder over 40 microbreweries have popped up on Long Island in the last 4 years. Clearly Long Island is on trend with the craft beer craze. If you are a fan of local goodness, then good news! Some of the best breweries are found right here on … Read More
Some folks say the sidewalks roll up after Labor Day and that there’s just no action on the East End after the summer season. We challenge these naysayers and want to tell everyone what fall on the East End of Long Island is all about! Indian Summer is all around us and there … Read More
Where the Long Island Expressway ends, lies a beautiful countryside and a montage of Vineyards. Our favorite vineyards can be found on both the North Fork and South Forks of Long Island. Mostly family owned and operated with a variety of wines that range in style from classic to esoteric, and with tasting rooms that … Read More
Nature and water abound on Shelter Island, so why not combine the two, and experience it by kayak! If serenity, beauty and calm waters are your thing, then Shelter Island provides the best of the best for your kayak adventure. We can’t say enough good things about The Shelter Island Kayak Tour Company; they offer … Read More
With 20 miles of coastline there is no shortage of beaches on Shelter Island. Here at Shelter Island House, the owners have grown up summering on Shelter Island and have insider knowledge on the best beaches for families, couples, dogs and more and they are ready to provide you with a definitive beach guide and … Read More
Did you know Travel and Leisure has described Shelter Island House as “encapsulating the perfect coastal hideaway” and that we have a certificate of excellence from Trip Advisor! Well, we are certainly thankful and could not agree more. We get a thrill and a whole lot of gratification when we see our client reviews with … Read More
Are you into birds? Consider yourself an armature birdwatcher? Do your friends call you a “birder” or possibly a “twitcher”? Perhaps you are an official Ornithologist? Well, no matter what your title is, if you like birds, we suggest you need not travel far. A mere 90 miles from NYC, you can view plenty of … Read More
Shelter Island is one of the places folks call magical, and the journey to this quaint island is half the fun! It’s a mix of things about Shelter Island that makes it such a special destination; The beautiful beaches and well protected areas, the charming town and Norman Rockwellesque parades. The endless possibilities for outdoor … Read More
Top 10 things to do on Shelter Island: Arriving by ferry is a great segue to adventure. Shelter lsland, a mere 27 square miles, intimate, quirky and beyond pretty. Located just 90 miles east of NYC allows for quick getaways with a whole lot of salt air. Vast tracts of protected wetlands, and nearly … Read More
Experience the trip of a lifetime…and create your honeymoon on Shelter Island! If you are already looking for a Honeymoon in The Hamptons, North Fork, Montauk, or the East End of Long Island, Shelter Island House is the perfect option for your honeymoon. Anticipating your needs for romance, comfort, style, change of pace and adventure … Read More
