Chanelle G. 
Moving to ? Here’s a list of
Our Favorite Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park (1395 Planting Fields Rd, Oyster Bay, NY) – Step into a bygone era of grandeur at Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park, where expansive lawns, elegant gardens, and a majestic 65-room Tudor-style mansion await. Poetry enthusiasts and literature buffs can visit the birthplace of Walt Whitman there, while people of all ages will enjoy trails, benches, and a greenhouse to clear their minds, listen to the birds, and admire the enchanting flowers and foliage.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Sagamore Hill National Historic Site (20 Sagamore Hill Rd, Oyster Bay, NY) – No president is as synonymous with national parks as Theodore Roosevelt. Here lies his 26-room Victorian home, which sits on 95 acres of forest, near a tidal marsh and bay beach—a must-visit for patriots and history buffs. It’s not just a history hotspot; it’s also perfect for hiking, biking, and making friends while you stroll around.
- Gurney’s Beach Club (290 Old Montauk Hwy, Montauk, NY): This Mediterranean-inspired venue has a full-service restaurant, bar, beach club, and seawater spa. It’s where high-rolling couples and partygoers sip on flowing cocktails and DJs spin tunes every summer weekend.
- Hamptons Festival of Music: A newcomer to the East End’s classical music scene, this festival brings together top musicians from North America’s leading orchestras for a series of world-class performances.
- Montauk Music Festival: A grassroots, volunteer-run celebration of Montauk’s emerging music scene. This weekend-long festival calls on over 400 artists across various genres including rock, reggae, jazz, and flamenco.
- Montauk Lighthouse (2000 Old Montauk Hwy, Montauk, NY): Commissioned by President George Washington in 1792, the Montauk Point Lighthouse was the first lighthouse built in New York and remains the fourth-oldest working lighthouse in the country.
- 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.
- Cupsogue Beach County Park (975 Dune Rd, Westhampton Beach, NY): This 296-acre beach park at the eastern end of Fire Island is the place for lifeguard-supervised swimming and saltwater bass fishing.
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve (4090 Sunrise Hwy, Oakdale, NY) – Once considered a world-class trout fishery, it remains a favorite haunt for fly fishermen. Spanning over 3400 acres of land and water, the preserve is dedicated to protecting and nurturing game birds, fish, and wildlife. Anglers can enjoy stream trout fishing in the cool river waters, with three types of trout being raised there.
