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Published Mar 24, 2014
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This week, we're launching Gothamist's travel content, Gothamist Getaways. Four times a year, we'll have a week of posts featuring looks at travel, food, products and tips, near and far, for making your trips more pleasurable. So enjoy and let us know if you have any hints for us—email [email protected].
Spring is the ideal time to book your summer weekend in the Hamptons. If you shudder at the thought of a weekend out east, we want you to know the Hamptons isn't all bros and cramped sharehouses, cheesy nightclubs and overpriced restaurants. If you want a relaxing weekend, we’ve found your rental. Nestled on Dune Road in Westhampton between the bay and the Atlantic beach, the Beehive Bungalows are ideal for those looking for location, location, location for their summer holiday. Each private cottage unit has a queen size bed, kitchenette, bathroom, full size futon, and a deck with charcoal grill and picnic table.
A bedroom in Bungalow #7
If you're looking for anything but an old creaky cottage on the water that's steps from one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, you're out of luck. Room service is decidedly not available and The Ritz this ain't. It's relatively rustic and very cozy—plus there are stunning sunset views over the bay.
COST: Though not cheap, it's reasonable for the Hamptons during the summer. Three-night non-holiday weekend stays include all cleaning fees: A small unit set back from the water is $1,050; a small unit on the water is $1,200; and a medium unit on the water is $1,350. Splurge and spend the extra money for a cottage on the water —they have more privacy and feel that much more special for being bayfront property! Each unit sleeps 4 comfortably, so this is perfect for a group of very good friends or two couples who don't mind sharing one big loft-style space ... and hearing each other snore. You can also rent the bungalows for week, month or summer long stays. There’s just a three-night minimum.
TO BOOK: Email [email protected]. And hurry! These cottages are sure to get reserved fast. Harris will help you book and answer all your questions -- he's really nice and the general manager of the bungalows.
BONUS: For those with furry pets, ask Harris if you can bring your pooch. On a traffic note, Westhampton is the closest Hampton to NYC and unlike the other Hampton destinations and Montauk, you don't have to deal with route 27East, a one-lane road that is a veritable parking lot on any summer Friday (or Sunday) night, to get there.
NO CAR: If you have no car and can't rent one, you could ostensibly take a cab from the Westhampton LIRR train station to the Beehive, though if you have no car, know that you'll be spending almost all of your time at the beach or bay. Save for a couple of restaurants within walking distance, there's not much else nearby besides homes and hotels, so the area really is best explored by automobile—or bike (during the day; Dune Road gets very dark at night).
For those who are up for riding a single speed, Bike' n Kite in town rents bikes and helmets for $35/day. They're only open till 5pm tonight (Friday) but will also do drop offs at the Beehive for an extra $20. With that said, they encourage you to come to their store so you can choose the bike that best suits you
YOU SHOULD KNOW: There are no TVs in the Bungalows and there's a slight chance of rain over the long weekend. Take advantage of the free WiFi on offer in your bungalow and load your laptop or iPad with a bunch of movies should a storm keep you indoors.
GET COOKING: The kitchens are basic at the Bungalows but they provide everything you need tools-wise to make burgers on the grill, steamed lobsters or an amazing seafood pasta dish (like the one we made on our last trip, pictured above). Stock up on fresh shellfish from Corg-J's seafood in nearby Hampton Bays (or in their smaller location in Westhampton; both stores are close to the Bungalows). Grab local produce from the Farmer's Market (9 to 12 Saturday mornings); the tomatoes and corn are pretty perfect at this time of year.
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