Waterfront Historic Artist’s Home, with private beach, July 26 to August 9

5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Peconic, NY

Raphael Winery4 min drive
Pindar Vineyards4 min drive
Croteaux Vineyards6 min drive
New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)107 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd floor queen

1 Queen Bed

3rd floor green room

1 Double Bed

3rd floor pink room

2 Single Beds

3rd floor yellow room

1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st floor powder room

Toilet

2nd floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

3rd floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

About this property

Beachfront Historic Artist’s Residence

If you’re looking for two amazing weeks in late July/ early August, July 26 to August 9 is available in my beautiful home..
See the sunrise over Peconic Bay from this historic residence, once home to two prominent artists. Ideal for families, located with a sunny south-facing 200’ private beach on the calm waters of the bay – great for sunning, swimming and boating. The 4 acre site is landscaped with outdoor garden dining tables, bay overlook with benches, porches and plenty of grass for family play. Side brick terrace has a warm water outdoor shower, 2 changing rooms, gas grill.

A blend of contemporary and antique furniture, oriental rugs and paintings in a spacious interior, make it an elegant yet cozy & comfortable vacation retreat, perfect for family gatherings. Summer days can start on the screened-in dining porch with breakfast overlooking the bay and end with dinner for 8 to 10 by moonlight. The eat-in kitchen is large enough and fully equipped to cook at great meal together, with pantry and plenty of counter space, recently renovated with new appliances and laundry. The 16’ x 33’ living / dining room overlooks the bay. All with wifi, of course.

Called High House because of its unusual height, there are 5 bedrooms on two upper floors that sleep 10, furnished with antique and contemporary furnishings, all with water views: 2nd floor queen master bedroom, queen guest bedroom and new bathroom with tub & shower; 3rd floor twin pink bedroom, double yellow bedroom, small double green bedroom, and new tile shower bathroom with skylight. 4 of the bedrooms and living room have mini split AC available.

The locale offers many choices for a great vacation. There are award-winning vineyards and plentiful farm stands very nearby as well as fishing, boating, bicycling, and shops, restaurants and galleries in the towns of Greenport and Riverhead. Shelter Island and the Hamptons are easily accessible by ferry from Greenport. 2 hr drive from NY City, or via Hampton Jitney at end of street.

Keywords: beachfront, waterfront, bayfront, private beach, historic home, family vacation, winery district, landscaped yard, outdoor seating, screened dining porch

Property manager

Wendy Prellwitz

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Amenities

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

House not child-proof, but great for kids

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Small dogs permitted; see notes in rental agreemt

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Rinse sand off feet before going inside; leave all wet bathing suits and damp towels on laundry line by changing house

Do not flush sanitary products, wipes or anything except toilet paper down toilets, due to septic system.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Peconic

Located in Peconic, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at The Hamptons Beaches and Cooper's Beach. Peconic Bay Winery and Railroad Museum of Long Island are also worth visiting.

Peconic, NY

What's nearby

Raphael Winery - 4 min drive
Pindar Vineyards - 4 min drive
Sannino's Bella Vita Vineyard - 5 min drive
Bedell Cellars - 5 min drive
Croteaux Vineyards - 6 min drive

Getting around

Southold Station - 13 min drive
East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

Greenport Harbor Brewing - 4 min drive
Osprey's Dominion Vineyards - 5 min drive
North Fork Roasting Co - 9 min drive
Bedell Cellars - 5 min drive
Michelangelo Southold - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Historic Artist’s Home, with private beach, July 26 to August 9 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Historic Artist’s Home, with private beach, July 26 to August 9?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Historic Artist’s Home, with private beach, July 26 to August 9?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Historic Artist’s Home, with private beach, July 26 to August 9 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Raphael Winery, Lenz Winery and Sannino's Bella Vita Vineyard. Pindar Vineyards and Bedell Cellars are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Wendy P., Cambridge , MA

20 Sept 2018

Great location

This is a historic property with a lot of character and fantastic outdoor space. Very private and relaxing, with sun or shade always available. Hard to find something as perfect as this.

Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

10 Feb 2018

Superb!!

Our family spent a wonderful two weeks at High House in August this year. We came from Florida and Boston to Peconic and the North Fork. We were so happy to be able to spend time together in such a restful atmosphere. We come from a family of longtime Long Islanders but had not spent a lot of time on the North Fork except for day trips years ago. Since our vacation this summer, we have become strong “North Forkers” in spirit. Wendy was extremely helpful in recommending local farm stands, wineries, and other local businesses and her stories of her childhood and family in the house were fascinating. The weather was great and the beach and the bay were perfect for our mix of older children and adults of various ages as we swam and used our paddle boards and kayaks each day. We look forward to returning!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

maureen t.

16 Aug 2017

A Unique Treat!

Vacation at High House and, beyond the winding beach and glistening bay, enjoy museum quality art and fascinating Long Island history. The spacious rooms are furnished eclectically, but definitely lean vintage. We loved the "summer dining room," a screened porch with panoramic views of Peconic Bay. Our family group of ten hopes to reprise our High House holiday.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sophie C.

16 Jul 2017

We didn't want to leave!

The house was charming and comfortable, and we loved being right on the beach - so perfect for a small child and hosting a few friends. We hardly left the property, and every day we grilled and ate dinner on the screened in porch. We were so happy that next year we're renting for an additional week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Byron C.

13 Apr 2017

An Absolute and Rare Gem

This is one of the most unique and fabulous homes we have ever vacationed in and wonderful for family and friends. The house epitomizes the artists' colony that existed in Peconic more than 100 years ago. The beach is private and the sandy bay is perfect for kids. It's a very laid back place for enjoyment of simpler times and the perfect getaway to relax, reconnect and recharge.

About the host

Hosted by Wendy Prellwitz

High House has been a special place for my family for 4 generations. It was begun by my great-grandparents, who moved the house to it's beautiful location in 1911 to be part of an artist's colony. As a child I enjoyed every summer here with my grandparents and now return often with my husband and children.

Why they chose this property

A house imbued with family history in an extraordinary location.

What makes this property unique

We love the peaceful, relaxing world here, with beach walks and views of the bay that are always changing- from sunrise and sunset to full moon reflections. We also appreciate being close to preserved farmland and vineyards, so we can enjoy fresh produce, local products and of course delicious wine!

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