House and its porch, deck, yard, and small private beach are right on the waterfront of a quiet, rustic cove teeming with wildlife. Numerous seabirds, ducks, geese, and swans paddle/fly near the house. A few rabbits visit the grounds at night. A deer walked through the yard one afternoon.
Watched the waves, birds, and colorful reeds during the day and the stars (including a few shooting stars) at night.
Cutchogue is in the heart of the North Fork and its farms, farmstands, and wineries. Only a short drive to other towns like Greenport, Orient, Mattituck, Southold, Shelter Island (ferry), Jamesport, and Riverhead. Also a convenient base from which to drive to and explore the Hamptons, whether driving to: (i) Riverhead and then south; or (ii) taking the shortcut through Shelter Island and its ferries. (North Fork isn’t as developed or crowded as the Hamptons, which can be a good thing.)
In addition, the owner + neighbors are very friendly and helpful.