Moving to The Hamptons or Montauk, NY?
Here’s a list of Our Favorite Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- 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.
- 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.
- Rowdy Hall (177 Main St, Amagansett, NY): A French-accented pub that recently moved from East Hampton Village to Amagansett—not without a bit of drama. The beloved spot had a battle with the town’s review board over its brand image and exterior color.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Ditch Plains Beach (18 Ditch Plains Rd, Montauk, NY): Located on the Montauk Peninsula, Ditch Plains is famous worldwide for its surfing and bodyboarding. If you’re a pro or rookie surfer or just enjoy a good windy walk, this is your spot.
- LongHouse Reserve (133 Hands Creek Rd, East Hampton, NY): Created by the legendary textile designer Jack Lenor Larsen, this 16-acre sculpture garden is as much an art gallery as it is a botanical retreat.
- Surf Lodge (183 Edgemere St, Montauk, NY): Whether you’re there for the nightlife or the accommodation, Surf Lodge delivers on all fronts. This boutique hotel and celebrity event space is a Montauk hotspot that is equal parts relaxed and rowdy.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.




























































