The host was always helpful, caring, entertaining, lives nearby so readily available. The best beaches nearby, terrific tennis court; the house is so much more fun than the typical boring cookie cutter rentals, kids loved it. Kitchen well outfitted, comfortable beds, plenty of towels for house and beach. We really enjoyed our stay enormously, family - 6 adults, 2 teens and a 7 and 10 yr. old.

We had the best week of our summer at this beautiful Quiogue house, following our niece's wedding in Connecticut. It was a painless 2 hour trip from Greenwich and just 1:20 back to JFK at the end. Visiting the first Hampton is a traffic advantage. We loved it so much, we are booking again for 2019. Bud is a tremendous host, and made our arrangements efficiently and has a comprehensive file to help guests find all the great places to visit in the area. The local beaches are the best, but Greenport (oyster heaven!) and Sag Harbour (a great walking village) are great visits too. But you don't have to leave the expansive property to be fully contented. The beautifully renovated classic cottage absorbed our 11 family members easily. It was charming and perfect! The house was set up perfectly with linens and towels for use at both the house and the beach, and basic provisions. The outdoor shower has a sweeping view of the Quantuck Creek and Bay. The daybeds in two of the double bedrooms added capacity. The home has beautiful bones and was constructed in the late 1800s. It has survived all the aggressive weather the beach properties bear, with grace. We loved waking up to the audible rumble of the ocean across the bay. The location of this home is extraordinary. Even in the context of the many beautiful homes and locations in the Hamptons. It is both secluded and incredibly private, but a short bike ride or drive to Westhampton village and the world famous beaches. Everyone had a complete blast floating in the beautiful Gulf Stream fed waters. The screened porch faces near due east providing classic bay views of morning sunrises and soft evening light. It's great for lunch and afternoon cocktails. The House flows and provides multiple nooks for privacy, reading, reflection and when required a grand dining area for larger gatherings with family and friends. The kitchen has a wide footprint and been fully redone and allows for those special vacation moments when the family and friends can bond around food preparation and full sit down meals. The tennis court is my favorite court in the world and I have played on a couple nice ones including Centre Court at Forest Hills. ! The court footprint dates from 1884. and you can feel all the special tennis that has been played on it! Our only regret is to be so far away, so that we are challenged to visit Quiogue as much as we would like (like every weekend!).

We spent two weeks at this lovely home on the bay. Clean, charming and well appointed. My family and I had a wonderful time and would surely come back.