This is undoubtably the most special residence on all of Long Island. Bud’s house has been in his family for six generations, and you can see why they’ve made sure never to let it go. The acres of land gave our dog and child inhabitants ample room to roam. The house faces on one side a historic tennis court and on the other a gorgeous bay. The bay hosts geese, swans, boats, and an assortment of birds and fish we couldn’t begin to identify-but did our best to enjoy. We easily biked to the beach in 10 minutes and to a nature preserve the other direction in even less than 10. Bud is a gem himself - full of knowledge about the area, friends with a neighbor who offered freshly laid eggs in exchange for tools, took one of our bikes along with his to the shop when we had a flat, and joined us for laughs and chats. We felt like we were joining a special family while we were there, not just renting from a nearby landlord. It was an absolute dream - one we wish to relive as often as we can monopolize the space! We were the earliest renters Bud has had so nights were a bit chilly, which let us take advantage of the fire place! The only caveat we’d offer - and let’s be clear that this didn’t deter us for a second from asking Bud if we could return in the fall - was a small army of ants that trickled into the kitchen and a larger sized ant species that seems to enjoy the upstairs. So if you want pristine luxury, get a fortified palace. If you want a rustic and incredible respite, filled with charm and history, kept up by the greatest host we could have imagine - there is no better option.