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Home to pristine beaches, historic hamlets,
superb wineries, excellent restaurants and an abundance of
art galleries and antique shops, the North Fork offers something
for everyone. Within walking distance from The Morning Glory
are several white sand beaches perfect for swimming, shell
and sea glass collecting, or just relaxing.
Also nearby are seaport museums, historic
cemeteries and the famed Horton Lighthouse, which was commissioned
by George Washington. Boating, kayaking, biking, golf, tennis
and an array of other activities are all available for more
active visitors, while those seeking respite and relaxation
can pamper themselves in one of the area's numerous local
spas.
Golfers can enjoy a challenging round
of golf at one of two premiere daily fee golf properties:
Island's End, a beautiful 18-hole championship course located
in Greenport with full amenities (631/477-0777) and Long Island
National Golf Club, a spectacular Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
layout located in nearby Riverhead (631/727-4653).
No visit to The North Fork is complete without a visit to
one of the area's world-renowned wineries. A favorable climate
and good soil conditions combine to create exceptional wines
that can be sampled during a tour of one of the numerous local
vineyards. Tastings are offered year-round, with weekend wine-making
festivals scheduled throughout the year. Contact the individual
vineyards for more specific information (see the links at
right) or contact The Morning Glory for recommendations.
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Visitors can also enjoy a trip to the
Foxwoods Resort Casino, located on the Mashantucket Pequot
Tribal Nation Reservation in Southeastern Connecticut. The
Cross-Sound Ferry landing is eight miles east of The Morning
Glory at Orient Point. Take the car ferry to New London, Connecticut.
From there, it is a short drive or bus ride to the Foxwoods
Casino. In addition to the car ferry, Sea Jet I, a high speed
passenger-only catamaran, carries 350 passengers between Orient
Point and Connecticut.
A wide array of concerts, festivals and
other events are held in The North Fork throughout the year,
with special programs and activities staged during the festive
holiday season. For more information on local events and activities,
please visit the following sites.
WINERIES:
Vine University
Featured on the Today Show!
Vintage Tours by JoAnn Perry
A guest favorite!
The
Long Island Wine Council
Indispensable Guide to The North Fork's Wineries
CURRENT/UPCOMING ACTIVITIES:
Greenport
Online
Greenport-Southold Chamber of Commerce
North
Fork Bed & Breakfast Association
Information about NFBBA members and The North Fork
North
Fork Magazine
North
Fork Promotion Council
Activity and reference guide to The North Fork
Shelter-Island.org
A reference guide for business and non-profit organizations,
and recreational activities on Shelter Island
HamptonsDirect.com
For everything Hamptons!
RESTAURANTS:
Frisky Oyster
27 Front Street, Greenport
For reservations, call 631-477-4265
Scrimshaw Waterside Restaurant
102 Main Street, Greenport
For reservations, call 631-477-8882
North Fork Table & Inn
57225 Main Road, Southhold
For reservations, call 631-765-0177
SAILING/CRUISES:
2-hour sailing cruises
CASINOS:
Foxwoods
Gambling Casino
"The Largest in the World"
Mohegan Sun Casino
TRANSPORTATION:
Bike Rentals
Hampton Jitney Bus Services
Cross
Sound Ferry Services, Inc.
Travel by ferry between New London, Connecticut and Orient
Point, Long Island
Bridgeport
- Port Jefferson Ferry
Travel by ferry between Bridgeport, Connecticut and Port Jefferson,
Long Island
SHOPPING:
Sweet Indulgences
Lavender By The Bay
The White Weathered Barn
My daughter-in-law, Rena's, online simplistic lifestyle boutique that will also soon feature Morning Glory towels, linen spray and more.
Sweet Corn Organic Nursery
My daughter-in-law, Kim's, online organic
nursery featuring organic seedlings, starter plants, seeds and organic soil amendments.
More info:
Coastal Living: Seriously Seafaring >>
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