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Tranquil, Beachfront Getaway with Dock, Fabulous Sunset Views!

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Property grounds
Anybody want to relax and listen to the water?
Back of house
Dock
View in evening

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8260.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Shelter Island, NY
  • Greenport Carousel
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Kontokosta Winery
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • 67 Steps Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • East Hampton, NY (HTO)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Dorm/Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Guest Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil, Beachfront Getaway with Dock, Fabulous Sunset Views!

This Shelter Island beach house has all the necessary ingredients for a fabulous year-round getaway. Located on a shy acre just outside the Village of Dering Harbor, this sun-filled and spacious waterfront home is on a slight elevation, with 150-foot sandy beachfront and dock . The first level features an open living, dining and kitchen layout with magnificent water views. The kitchen was renovated in the last two years with custom cabinets, granite countertops, and high end appointments. A sunroom is just off the living room with views of the garden. The master suite overlooks the water and as a bonus has a porch for romantic evenings. Two additional bedrooms are on the first floor. The lower level is above grade and finished with a dorm style bedroom with sliders to the waterside grounds and full bath.

Property manager

Nick Zagoreos

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Sometimes we make acceptions
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Sometimes we make acceptions
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shelter Island Heights

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Hay Beach, a neighbourhood in Shelter Island Heights. The Hamptons Beaches and Orient Beach State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Shelter Island Whale's Tail and East End Seaport Maritime Museum. Greenport Carousel and Railroad Museum of Long Island are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Shelter Island, NY

What's nearby

  • Greenport Carousel - 26 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Railroad Museum of Long Island - 26 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Eastern Long Island Hospital - 27 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Kontokosta Winery - 28 min drive - 8.4 km
  • 67 Steps Beach - 29 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Greenport Station - 24 min drive
  • East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sterlington Deli - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Billy's By The Bay - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Lucharitos - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Aldo's - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Beans - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil, Beachfront Getaway with Dock, Fabulous Sunset Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil, Beachfront Getaway with Dock, Fabulous Sunset Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil, Beachfront Getaway with Dock, Fabulous Sunset Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil, Beachfront Getaway with Dock, Fabulous Sunset Views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hay Beach holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Gardiner's Bay Country Club, Menhadden Lane Beach and Shelter Island Whale's Tail. Sylvester Manor and Havens House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together

Great stay at a beautiful house. Plenty of room for the 6 of us and the view of the water from the house is perfect. Our host Nick was great in communicating with us. We look forward to returning again sometime. Chuck and Peg M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana R., Hewlett, new york

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream home

Dream home describes this house. Great views, beautiful surroundings, comfortable bed and couches, gourmet kitchen, and very clean. Nicholos was an amazing host and we cant wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert w., NYC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Repeat stay

Our second wonderful summer month here. What more to say except it’s not the Hmptons!
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dana R., Hewlett, new york

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Weekend

We had a great weekend despite the rainy weather. The house was amazing. The views were spectacular, the house was well stocked and comfortable and Nick was a great host. We cant wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harry O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise on Shelter

What a fantastic vacation. Beautiful house, had everything we needed and was in a perfect location. Nick (host) couldn't have been more helpful, always responded very fast to my enquiries, with very helpful suggestions. He recommended restaurants, told us where to find a boat that would take us fishing (we caught a lot!) and made us feel completely welcome. I would come back here like a shot. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July breezes and bliss

Loved everything about our stay. The location is stunning and the breezes are a July joy. Our host was incredibly accommodating and responsive. The house is well equipped although the Wifi should probably be upgraded. All in all a five star plus experience!
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ursula C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific winter stay!

We rented for a long weekend and could not have asked for a better experience. Nick was a wonderful host; responsive, accommodating and welcoming. The home was beautiful and inviting, with everything our family needed, from a fully stocked kitchen to comfortable beds. And the location is really special - right on the water for beautiful views and incredibly serene. We look forward to a repeat visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Minh-Thu P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect relaxing getaway

This was exactly the sunny, relaxing waterfront Spring Break we were looking for. The house is perfect for a family, with an ideal open layout, tons of sunshine, views of the water from almost every room. We love to cook and the view from the kitchen can’t be beat. My kids loved to pick up shells and run around the back yard and we could watch them from inside. Nick was very attentive. We’d love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

S L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An attentive and accommodating owner!

My wife and I and our two young kids (4-6yrs old) enjoyed this house immensely. It was just what we needed to get away. Nick was attentive and accommodating throughout. We loved the sunroom and the views of the water never got old. It must be a truly special place in the Summer!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

laura s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream home

I’m hesitant to right such a positive review because I don’t even want people knowing about this place. The home is even more fantastic in photos. It’s lovingly cared for and the owner couldn’t have been more responsive. Stay here for a giant dose of relaxation.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picture perfect

Our first time staying in Shelter Island, and we could not be happier. Nick was super communicative throughout our stay. Would love to go back and enjoy those sunsets!
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bentley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location and the NICEST owner

My family and I just spent ten days at Nick's property and had a truly WONDERFUL time. There is a beautiful view from the kitchen, living room, master bedroom, deck and yard! His house is perfectly laid out for kids / parents / grandparents to rest without being interrupted. The location is very idyllic with a great view and easy access to a beautiful beach/water, friendly neighbors, ~ ten minute drive to grocery stores / restaurants / etc... House is well stocked with sharp knives, blender, tupperware, etc... All the basics that make traveling more seamless! I must say I also loved all of the clean white towels, linens and beach towels available. Nick has been super communicative and kind - even helping us to arrange some library books back to us that we accidentally left at the house! I'm hoping we can come back again next summer, or maybe even during the fall/spring months when we could enjoy the sunroom.

10/10 Excellent

Gale G., Kiawah Island, South Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location

Transition par excellence due to hospitality of owner Nick Zagoreos. Have a life of renting in many locations and never have I had such a warm welcome. Kudos Nick
Stayed 28 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

fredric r.

Great location with perfect view; comfy beach house

Comfy home - well suited for a family - nice waterfront location in hay beach area with dock and small beach. Kids liked the backyard, we liked the deck and sound of the water.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dede S., 08558

It is the perfect summer retreat comfortable house and superb view.

We had a wonderful time at the Hay Beach house.It has everything you would want in a vacation house,large deck,good kitchen and comfortable bedrooms.The owner was very helpful with any questions we had and cheerfully answered all of them. We were immediately at home. The view and dock were a constant delight and there was a constant breeze. We were there on the 4th of July and could see fireworks up and down the North Shore. It was one of our very best vacations! We miss being there.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Rebecca H., Brooklyn

Beautiful property and spectacular sunsets

It was a very comfortable, low-key house which was great for my sister and her family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Marie T.

The location and view was amazing!

This house is roomy and comfortable with easy access to a private beach. The cleanliness was not the best. There are spider webs and a lot of dust. The surfaces and cabinet knobs in the kitchen were sticky. The showers weren’t very clean. The pots and pans were old and appeared dirty. There were a lot of ants on the deck, the hammocks and throughout the yard. We did appreciate the Nespresso machine and the open floor plan. The quality of the sheets and towels was very good. There is laundry detergent and most necessities that a family needs.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lea D.

Amazingly charming beach house

The pictures on VRBO do not do justice to this house which is charming, very tastefully furnished, spacious, warm, perfectly located, entertaining and has the perfect access and view to water. The view from the house is incredible. Most of the room overlook the water and you can hear the waves, caribbean style from the master bedroom. The house is also looking out west which makes for fantastic sunsets (better than at the nearby hotel sunset beach). There is a private beach down the stairs which makes it feel that you are in a private island. It is a real natural sandy beach and again, make it look like the caribbean. The yard is also spacious and a lot of fun for the children to roam around, again with a full gorgeous view wherever you look... We could not get enough of it! On July 4th we got to see no less than 3 fire works on the north fork without moving from the hammock! The house in itself is very well furnished and has a well stocked kitchen. It doesn't feel cold that so many rentals but it also doesn't feel like it is someone else home - so we really felt it was our own home very quickly. The bedrooms were very nicely furnished. There are 2 master bedrooms, 1 children room with bunkbeds and one large room downstairs which is good for a family. But note that the house can't be shared by more than 3 couples - with 3 couples and kids it is very comfortable. The location within Shelter Island is great - in a very peaceful strip close to the few nice restaurants, harbor and markets of the island. The owner was very easy to work with, he would respond to any question in a matter of minutes and always very kindly.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Zoe R.

Best spot on Shelter Island!

What a great spot for our family! This house was perfect for everyone (ranging in ages from 2yr-65yr!). It's close to town, right on the water and has everything a family could need for a cozy get away. We were thrilled with the versatility of the layout and the owner made everything super easy for us. We highly recommend it!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mitch H.

Beachfront gem

We rented the house for one week at the end of August and had a wonderful experience. The house is well maintained, perfectly situated on the water and very comfortable. I definitely plan to return in the near future. The owner stays nearby and was extremely helpful and responsive throughout the whole process. The sunsets are amazing from the terrace. The house is very thoughtfully designed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Amazing Vacation Spot

The house is beautiful and immaculately maintained. The deck overlooks a grassy backyard with steps down to a beach with a dock. One bedroom has a screened in porch that also looks out at the water. There is a den with huge sky-lights, large windows, and sliding glass doors that still managed to be cool! There is no need to leave the house, but Shelter Island has a lot of fun things to do: pretty beaches, fishing, mini-golf, and some nice restaurants. I can't wait to go back.

About the host

Hosted by Nick Zagoreos

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What makes this property unique

Waterviews with a constant moving picture of boats and activity. Dock.

Languages:

English, French
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