Kev H. 
Moving to ? Here’s a list of
Our Favorite Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Harvest on Fort Pond (11 S Emery St, Montauk, NY): Rub elbows with A-listers around an outdoor fire pit before your reservation at this top-rated Italian restaurant. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Harvest on Fort Pond is the quintessential Montauk spot for summer alfresco dining.
- Caumsett State Historic Park (25 Lloyd Harbor Rd, Lloyd Harbor, NY) – An adventurer’s dream, with hiking trails, fishing, bird watching, cross-country skiing, nature photography, and more—all in one place. Plus, with 3 miles of paved biking roads, you’ll need a full weekend to explore it all.
- Orient Beach State Park (North Country Road, Route 25 Orient, NY) – A beautiful sandy beach for sunbathing and swimming in the turquoise waters. Beyond swimming, visitors can enjoy a variety of activities like kayaking, fishing, and windsurfing, making it an action-packed day out.
- Bambi’s Cafe (33 Carl Fisher Plaza, Montauk, NY): This woman-owned cafe serves up locally sourced, 100% organic food, and locally roasted coffee. With everything made from scratch (including the nut milks), you can feel good about every dollar spent here.
- Southampton Arts Center’s SummerFest Gala: This benefit gala is a staple of the Hamptons social calendar. The evening begins with a cocktail reception, followed by dishes from East End restaurants and performances by Broadway stars and a quartet from The Mannes School of Music.
- John P. Humes Japanese Stroll Garden (Dogwood Ln, Mill Neck, NY) – A garden that enchants the eye and soothes the soul. This Japanese garden—which boasts an impressive collection of North American and Asian plants—was designed to impart a meditative experience. One of its standout features is a stepping stone path, designed to capture the intimate feel of a mountain trail.
- Hither Hills State Park (164 Old Montauk Hwy, Montauk, NY) – This campground is a one-of-a-kind ocean-front camping experience so popular that you’ll want to book early. Reservations open 9 months ahead—if you’re the organized type! For those craving a break from the digital world, you’re in luck: cell service here is minimal, so you can truly unplug and detox. And let’s not forget the sunrises and sunsets—Montauk’s are unbeatable.
- The Clubhouse (174 Daniels Hole Rd, East Hampton, NY): With two bars, live music, a dance floor, and huge TVs for game day, The Clubhouse has something for everyone. And for the extra restless, there’s also an arcade, bowling alley, and pickleball courts.
- Montauk Yacht Club (32 Star Island Rd, Montauk, NY): Following a multi-million-dollar renovation, the Montauk Yacht Club is ready to impress with new dining experiences and amenities including a revamped fitness center, three pools, plus courts for tennis, padel, volleyball, and bocce. And with the largest marina in the Hamptons, it’s the ultimate staycation for boating enthusiasts.
- Eisenhower Park (1899 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY) – Eisenhower Park is referred to as Nassau County’s very own “Central Park,” and it lives up to that title. Spanning 930 acres, this park is a playground for everyone, with paved trails perfect for walkers, cyclists, skaters, and joggers. Kids will love taking circus classes at I.FLY Trapeze School while parents can take to boating on the pond.
- Wolffer Estates Vineyard (139 Sagg Rd, Sagaponack, NY): This upscale vineyard is one of Long Island’s finest. Catering to local demand, Wölffer Estate is renowned for producing two of the top five rosés in the world… and doing so sustainably.
- Cold Spring Harbor State Park (95 Harbor Rd, Cold Spring Harbor, NY) – This 40-acre park with rolling hills and views of Cold Spring Harbor is perfect for spotting migrating songbirds, great horned owls, and red-tailed hawks. The hilly terrain is prime for hiking but be prepared for the challenge—the elevation isn’t for everyone.
