North Fork Real Estate Showcase, July 4th Issue

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$1,975,000

Mattituck

$999,999 | 3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3548854

Rossana Froehlich: M 631.942.4170

Rene Giacobbe: M 516.551.4987

Aquebogue

$859,000 | 4 BR, 2.5 BA | Web# 3517323

Patricia Shackel: M 516.205.3755

Aquebogue

$764,500 | 4 BR, 3 BA | Web# 3550964

Kathleen Travers: M 917.502.1181

Riverhead

$950,000 | 3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3542172

Pamela Hogrefe M: 631.834.2341

Chrisand Castella M: 631.662.7164

Riverhead

$849,000 | 4 BR, 4 BA | Web# 3528463

Andrea Parks: M 631.276.2927

Baiting Hollow

$699,000 | 3 BR, 2.5 BA | Web# 3549303

Stephan Mandresh: M 631.848.1114

Greenport

$899,000 | 0.65 Waterfront Acre, Bulkhead, Dock | Web# 3501461

Paul Loeb: M 631.553.5255

Greenport

$785,000 | 3 BR, 1 BA | Web# 3548515

Paul Loeb: M 631.553.5255

Riverhead

$519,000 | 2 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3549990

Stephan Mandresh: M 631.848.1114

Cover Property

Presented by Sheri Winter Parker of Corcoran.

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East End Eats

Summer Magic – Enjoy the season when dining at these special North Fork spots.

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Garden

Transform Your Outdoor Oasis — The ultimate guide to stunning patios and decks.

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Design

Outdoor Entertaining –This Fourth of July, your party will be all fireworks with these tips.

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At Home

It’s A Dog’s Life – Kelli Delaney Kot reports that haute hounds rule the roost on the North Fork.

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Marketwatch

The North Fork – Sales and rentals bounced back in all East End markets in second quarter.

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Shopping

For Stylish Aquanauts –Lounge around the pool in style.

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Could Be You

Exclusive. $3.75M — Located on bucolic Oregon Road, in the heart of wine country. This homestead has 2 acres of vines and incredible vineyard views, a large agricultural barn and is surrounded by development rights sold land. A true chef’s kitchen, 4 spacious bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 half baths, 2 laundry rooms, large living room, and a gorgeous sunroom leading out to a spectacular 40’x25’ heated gunite pool with a slate patio and built-in BBQ, full basement with a wine cellar, and to top it all off, an incredible 8 car garage with an apartment that has a fireplace. You will never want to leave!

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Co-Exclusive. $2.95M — This is the opportunity to make your mark on the North Fork. 27 fully fenced acres with a pending 4 lot subdivision. An expansive lavender field, sunflowers, Italian chestnut trees and a collection of over 650 fruit bearing trees including Asian pear, pomegranate, fig, peaches, and 8 different apple varietals. Newly planted pumpkin, watermelon, and European butternut squash. No pesticides used. Great road frontage and visibility at the intersection of Roanoke and Sound Avenue.

. $3.6M — Down a graceful country road, on the North Fork of Long Island your dream home awaits. Sprawling over 13 acres with 354 feet of waterfront on Arshamomaque Pond leading out to the Peconic Bay. There is a 20 x 40 gunite pool, a barn with horse stalls should you choose or for use as an art barn! Plenty of room for tennis. Inside this magical home is an exceptional chef’s kitchen with a Wolf range, butler’s pantry, and plenty of entertaining space - including a generous fireplace and a 3-season porch. There are two wings - one which has 3 ensuite bedrooms, including the primary suite. The other has a full kitchen, two bedrooms and 1 bathroom. This home also features a wine cellar and walkout basement. A property of this caliber does not come to the market often on the North Fork of Long Island. Let’s make your dreams come true - this could be you!

. $2.9M — Formerly known as The Kubby Farm. This is a great opportunity to have multiple revenue streams or live/work. Over 24 acres with rural corridor use and Rb-80 zoning. There are multiple buildings on the property in need of TLC, including retail and a 1700s Farmhouse. Surrounded by development rights sold land yet close proximity to many amenities! Some uses include agricultural production, single family dwelling units with a cluster attached subdivision,

CHIC BEACH RETREAT  Southold – WEB# 912790

Exclusive. $2.45M — This quintessential vintage farmhouse is the epitome of old-world charm meets modern sophistication! Sited on 1.5 acres of park-like property and lovingly renovated with thoughtful additions including a heated saltwater gunite pool, electric pool cover, pool house with an outdoor fireplace, covered outdoor kitchen with a Gaucho grill and sink, a separate office studio and incredible lush landscape designed with each season in mind and tons of privacy. Southold Park District beach rights, ¼ mile to Horton’s Lighthouse beach, 1 mile to McCabe’s beach and a short stroll to downtown Southold! This is your sunshine on a cloudy day!

Exclusive. $2.295M — This great Greenport beach house is the one you’ve been waiting for! Ten steps down to 100 feet of beach/ waterfront on the Long Island Sound. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1 car attached and detached 2-car garage with a loft, screened in gazebo and a Bocce court on just shy of an acre! Plenty of room for a pool. This won’t last! Near all the North Fork has to offer — award winning vineyards, renowned restaurants, farmstands, boating and great shopping!

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HAVE IT ALL! East Marion – WEB# 909947

Exclusive $1.675M — Are you looking for pickleball? Check! Tennis? Check! Beach? Check! Salt water heated pool? Check! Farm views? Check! Amazing sunsets? Check! What’s left? You! Check, check! Located in the sought after Pebble Beach Farms community, this sundrenched home was completely renovated in 2022 and hits every amenity on your checklist! 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a finished, walk-out basement leading to a gorgeous backyard with Ipe decking, and a heated saltwater pool. All this and close to North Fork boating, farmstands, renowned restaurants, award winning vineyards and great shopping!

BIG SKY Riverhead – WEB# 911194

Exclusive $1.295M — Modern, chic and built to last, welcome home to Big Sky! More than just a home, this is a sanctuary designed for discerning individuals that crave comfort and a connection to the outdoors. This modern barn has swagger without even trying! An elevator to each level, 3 plus bedrooms and an extra flexible room with a bathroom and closet. A true chef’s eat-in kitchen flows into a cozy, super swanky living/ dining area with access to an incredible second story outdoor covered porch, with a gas fireplace and unparalleled farm views. Located within close proximity to the South Fork and a short distance to golf, farmstands, award-winning vineyards, renowned restaurants, boating, shopping and beaches. The best of both worlds!

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Southold – WEB# 890528

Exclusive. $1.495M — Water view commercial opportunity! MII zoning, and unbeatable location, make this the perfect investment opportunity or value add for your business. Uses include retail, food, café, restaurant, a 2nd floor apartment, or a residence. Currently a turnkey restaurant. Bay views and ample parking spaces. .76 acres, located on busy Rt. 25 in Southold. Best location for high visibility. Surrounded by hotels, great marinas, and Southold Bay!

SERENITY IN MATTITUCK Mattituck – WEB# 908353

Exclusive. $950K — Unleash your creativity and discover your own piece of paradise in Mattituck! This pristine 2.50-acre land lot is located within a waterfront community. Untouched and surrounded by natural beauty, seize the opportunity to build your dream home or create a private retreat in this idyllic setting. Suffolk County water on site and utilities at the street. The possibilities are as vast as the landscape itself! A short drive to Breakwater Beach, Strong’s Marina, Love Lane and the newly revamped Old Mill Inn!

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Enjoy the season when dining at these special North Fork spots.

BY HANNAH SELINGER

What’s the best thing about summer?

It may just be catching up on those dining spots that are only open for a few select months every year. If you find yourself pining for a special outdoor dining experience, thirsty for the best oysters on the North Fork, or in need of a little summer magic, you’re never far from the finest dining action. You just need to know where to look. Before the weather turns cold again, make sure you make it to these dreamy, seasonal spots. Even though once a year is never enough, the memories will last forever.

It doesn’t get much more summer than sitting outside and devouring oysters and clams on the half-shell. At Little Creek Oyster Farm & Market, in Greenport, that joy is short-lived. Once the warm weather ends, so, too, does the season of sitting outside, so enjoy it while it lasts.

Food is served on trays, and the best seating is outside, on a gravel patio (watch the boats sail by from this premium vantage point with a cold brew or two). Nearby lawn space, where the carousel spins all season long, provides ample entertainment if you need to burn off a clam or two — but realistically, it’s just a backdrop for more eating and drinking.

Zach Erdem recently brought his Southampton culinary brand to the North Fork in the form of ZErdem, where the traditions of Mediterranean cooking abound. In Greenport, ZErdem serves everything from freshly baked bread to grilled meats to smoked eggplant dip. A warm and inviting space, dinner at this summer-only spot is meant to be transportive, a trip to the heart of Europe within the confines of the North Fork. You’ll want to catch it while you can, and that means stopping in before the summer is behind us.

Launched last year, the Minnow at the Galley Ho embraces a challenging concept: sustainable seafood, done the right way. The restaurant serves only line-caught, organic, and in-season

ingredients, so the menu is always subject to change, depending on the season and on availability. On any given night, guests can expect dishes like rod-and-reel-caught tuna crudo, served with a fresh caper salsa verde; local littleneck clams, amplified with Holy Schmitt’s horseradish crème fraiche; and spaghetti con crudo, pasta served with oil and garlic, as well as a tartare of local fish and Marcona almonds. But once the season ends, this experience is gone with the wind. So get there while you still can.

Speaking of ephemeral dining experiences, every spring, summer, and early fall, McCall Wines, in Cutchogue, opens their weekly burger night. On Thursdays and Fridays, diners can eat out on the lawn, along with glasses of the winery’s award-winning wines (go for a glass, or even a bottle). Burger Night features from-scratch burgers from the winery’s grass-fed Charolais cows, along with classic French fries and homemade chocolate chip cookies. Reservations can be made online, and the bespoke, seasonal event lasts from mid-May through the second Friday in October.

Hummus — ZErdem

The Ultimate Guide to Stunning Patios and Decks

Summer is the season to savor the great outdoors, and our decks and patios become the heart of our homes. They’re not just places to unwind and dine; they’re stages for unforgettable gatherings. But what truly sets these spaces aglow are plants. They infuse bursts of color, a sense of lushness, and a gentle rhythm as they sway in the breeze, creating a tranquil and welcoming haven.

Seating is paramount for any outdoor haven, especially if you love hosting. A clever seating solution is to integrate benches along the railings of your deck. These builtin benches offer not just ample seating but also provide convenient storage space with hinged lids. Enhance their comfort with color-coordinated cushions, adding a touch of style and coziness to your outdoor retreat. Another brilliant seating option is placing benches along the house wall where the deck meets the house, utilizing the wall for added back support.

To further enchant your outdoor oasis, consider incorporating built-in planter boxes. These not only offer a convenient way to have flowers and foliage close at hand but also add visual allure. Strategically place them on either side of the entrance, along the house wall, in corners, or alongside steps to create a layered effect. With a wide rim, these planter boxes can double as auxiliary seating, seamlessly blending functionality with aesthetics. For a

touch of romance, mount window boxes on deck railings, brimming with colorful flowers and cascading plants that spill over the edges, creating a picturesque tableau.

In addition to built-in features, you can add more layers of color and greenery with hanging baskets mounted on wall brackets, arbors adorned with climbing plants, and window boxes attached to railings. These additions not only add depth to your outdoor space but also create a dynamic and inviting environment.

For plant selection, consider potted trees like ficus and palms for height and greenery, while colorful options like hibiscus and dahlias provide striking blooms. Climbing plants like morning glories and moonflowers can be grown on trellises, adding both color and height to your outdoor space.

To ensure your plants thrive, regular watering is crucial. Pay attention to the needs of each plant, watering daily or every few days depending on their requirements, or whether there’s been rain. If you have plants in hanging baskets, put your hand under the basket and lift up gently to feel if the pot has weight. If it feels too light, it’s time to water. For plants in large pots or tubs, poke your finger a few inches into the soil; if it feels dry, give the plants a drink. Clip off faded flowers to encourage new blooms, keeping

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your outdoor space vibrant and full of life all summer long.

For a fragrant touch, include roses, jasmine, gardenia, and other scented flowers. These plants not only add a delightful fragrance but also attract pollinators, adding to the charm of your outdoor sanctuary.

Here are some plants to enjoy on your deck or patio this summer:

Dahlias come in many different flower forms and a host of warm colors from pastels to brights. There are shades of orange, red, yellow and pink as well as white, with petals that are pointed. Hibiscus bear large flowers in many warm colors plus white and even a blue variety (aptly named Bluebird). Geraniums bloom all summer in shades of pink, purple, white and red. Clip off old, faded flowers to keep new ones coming. In a shady location try caladium, which sports foliage patterned in green, red, pink and white. A palm tree, ficus or banana plant can provide some shade for you and your guests. Morning glories and their night-blooming and fragrant relative, moonflower can be delightful. Try a combination of Heavenly Blue morning glory and pure white moonflower.

With these additions, your deck or patio will be transformed into a vibrant and inviting space, perfect for enjoying the summer season in style.

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New to the Spring Market with the Elkin Team

1415 North Parish Drive, Southold

$4,995,000 | Waterfront Modern

Stunning waterfront modern with sweeping views of the Peconic Bay from every room. The 130’ of bay frontage is complimented by your 70’ dock, waterside gunite pool and five ensuite bedrooms overlooking the water.

555 Grandview Drive, Orient

$2,295,000 | New Construction

Spacious and stylish on a picturesque 1.27 acres with open views of preserved land beyond. This thoughtfully designed 4 bed, 4.5 bath home features vaulted ceilings, two ensuite primary bedrooms, a full finished basement and a gunite pool.

1750 Mount Beulah Avenue, Southold

$3,395,000 | Historic Estate

Introducing one of the North Fork’s most iconic properties. Originally constructed circa 1915, this exceptional residence offers over 6000 square feet of luxurious living space, gunite pool with spa and incredible oldworld charm.

1230 Ruch Lane, Southold

$2,295,000 | Waterfront Craftsman

Located at the tranquil end of picturesque Ruch Lane, this waterfront Arts & Crafts home, clad in cedar shingles, captures the quintessential North Fork charm. Available as a compound with MLS# 3542993

1521 Peconic Bay Boulevard, Laurel

$3,195,000 | Beachy Oasis

A standout among truly exceptional waterfront properties, 1521 Peconic Bay spans 1.6 acres with a substantial 200’+ private sandy bay beach. The 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom beach house is perched above the Peconic with 270-degree water views and 300+ feet of bayfront.

511 Carpenter Street, Greenport

$2,195,000 | Striking Village Loft

Indisputably cool offering in the heart of Greenport Village. This 4,400 square foot loft features 4 bedrooms across three floors of thoughtfully renovated living space and an adjacent 800 square foot accessory building.

465 Sound Shore Road, Northville

$1,875,000 | Fully Renovated

Sitting on a generous acre, this expansive home underwent a high-end renovation and features an open floor plan, beautiful farm or water views from every room, and is just minutes from the beach, wineries, golf, and more.

1275 Ruch Lane, Southold

$1,150,000 | Waterview Ranch

Charming Ruch Lane ranch with water views and beach access. Shovel-ready approved building plans are in place for a 5-bed, 4.5-bath home with a pool and a detached garage—incredible investment opportunities.

20615 Main Road, Orient

$1,850,000 | Waterfront Cape

Charming cape with expansive water views of Orient Harbor and Peconic Bay. The elevated and beautifully landscaped half-acre parcel features a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with an attached garage and ample room for a pool. The adjacent 2-acre parcel has a private beachfront on Orient Harbor.

34 Colonial Drive, Aquebogue

$995,000 | Private Acre

This immaculate and comfortable 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home sits on a generous acre with a serene backyard, providing ample privacy and room for a pool. The open floor plan features 10 foot ceilings and a bonus room.

2740 Main Bayview Road, Southold

$1,495,000 | Stylish Farmhouse

Incredibly charming North Fork farmhouse offering an idyllic retreat with beautiful open field views and luxurious amenities. Nestled amidst serene surroundings and extensive, mature landscaping, this stylishly updated three-bedroom home is bathed in natural light and character.

413 6th Street, Greenport

$950,000 | Rare Double Lot

Adorable 4-bedroom, 1-bath ranch is ready for only its second owner on a rare double lot in coveted West Dublin. This unique village opportunity has ample room to expand or add an accessory structure and pool.

This Fourth of July, your party will be all fireworks with these tips.

BY HANNAH SELINGER

With the Fourth of July at our doorsteps, it’s time to think out of the box when it comes to outdoor entertaining. This year, make your holiday party better, more delicious, and more noteworthy than ever before with exciting food ideas, upscale additions, and general hosting hacks that will make you the star of the season. From what to cook to how to serve your drinks (frozen, and not in the way that you’re expecting), here are our best tips for how to host the best holiday event this holiday.

If you’re considering throwing a big outdoor bash, you might also consider making some pre-holiday investments. Looking to extend your party well into evening? A fire pit might make the perfect party accoutrement. These days, smokeless pits are where it’s at, with manufacturers like Breeo and Solo stepping up their game when it comes to aesthetic and function. Solo’s Yukon fire pit, for instance, is a smokeless pit that comes in eight distinct colorways (one is the classic

stainless steel) and that can be transported from spot to spot in your yard, should you decide that you want to move your fire pit from one location to another.

Although the grill is the traditional hot spot-on the Fourth of July, why not embrace another method of cooking this season: the traditional pizza oven. The backyard pizza craze may have started a few summers ago, but companies are just now starting to come into their own when it comes to technology. Ovens are easier than ever to operate and pizzas taste more and more like the kinds you might encounter on the streets of Napoli. If you don’t mind a splurge, definitely go for the Gozney Dome Dual-Fuel Pizza Oven, an outdoor set piece that will live on well beyond the Fourth. Powered by wood and by gas, this epic oven can cook pizzas up to 16-inches in size with precision and ease, meaning you can fire up enough for a crowd.

For a fun change of pace that embraces the hot weather, treat guests to popsicles —

popsicle cocktails, that is. Cutwater makes pre-packaged frozen cocktails (available for sale at Michael’s Liquors, in Riverhead), in flavors like gin and melon, rum and cola, and tequila margarita. Having a cocktail and indulging in a sweet treat never felt so good, after all. Keep a sealable cooler like a Yeti outside, stocked full of ice and cocktail pops, and you’re good to go. No glassware required.

Treat guests, too, to oysters on the grill from Little Ram. The Southold Farmstand sells 25 oysters for $35, packaged in a burlap bag (you can purchase a knife for shucking for an additional $10). Open the bivalves, top them with a little butter, salt, pepper, and garlic, and grill them for five to eight minutes, until they’re bubbling and just cooked through. It’s a great seasonal way to feed a crowd and to honor the local purveyors. (Make sure to call Little Ram ahead of time for farmstand hours; their Automat, also in Southold, is open even when the farmstand is not.)

Photo: Gozney Dome Pizza Oven

Permits In Place On Each 6 Acre Lot

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You remember the feeling. You’re on holiday on the coast of some Caribbean isle or on the cliff of a European town overlooking the Mediterranean. Each morning when your head leaves the pillow you know you are on vacation with broad expanses of water dotted with boats and vistas of other shores. Much closer to home, only 100 miles from Manhattan, you can recreate that feeling each and every day when you develop this very private, nearly 12 acre waterfront, meadow-like parcel composed of two 5.7 acres lots spanning 350’ along the North Fork’s Long Island Sound. With all permitting work done on each lot, a savvy buyer would save hundreds of thousands of dollars and months of waiting to begin construction of a significant house, waterside pool, tennis court and even a guest house for those who would undoubtedly flock to help you enjoy your grand, new estate. The low, but stable bluff, provides easy access down a gentle pebbled path to the beach from where you’ll enjoy an abundance of aquatic activities while conversation and laughter will resound around the inevitable nighttime beach fires. The property affords ample opportunity to create your own vineyard, apple orchard or a field of wildflowers through which your driveway will meander right to your front door. Only a few miles from both the ferries of Greenport and Orient Point, this well positioned property provides easy access to everything that has made the North Fork the new sought after destination. At night, go into town for dinner at one of the waterfront restaurants overlooking Shelter Island or head to one of the many vineyards for a wine tasting. But on clear evenings, eat early as you might want to get back for some of the most beautiful sunsets anywhere, as the sun seems to disappear somewhere into the Sound leaving the horizon a purplish haze. Best of all, you won’t need a passport, a pat down or a plane ticket. Just get in your car and head East. When you get there, you’ll know...and remember.

KELLI DELANEY KOT @KDHAMPTONS

Market editor

Joni Cohen.

Photos via featured brand.

Sales and rentals bounced back in all East End markets in second quarter. BY

HANNAH SELINGER

Moving into the second quarter means talking sales, rentals, and overall real estate trends on the North Fork. For some insight into how the market is performing in 2024, we spoke to three real estate professionals about what this year looks like, what buyers and sellers can expect, and what is currently hot in the wide world of real estate on the North Fork. From the luxury market to rental expectations to what hamlets are buzzing, here is the market report for the second quarter.

“As we move into the second quarter, we are seeing inventory begin to build up and buyers taking their time to search, as we are now cycling in a whole new group of buyers,” says William Walters , a Real Estate Salesperson & Advisor with Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, based in Greenport. Sales volume, he says, is up slightly from last year, though he notes that the numbers may be skewed due to highend transactions from the first quarter. “Overall, we are seeing things level out a bit

and return to a traditional market, which is a good thing, in my eyes, as that previous level of growth was unsustainable.”

“Perfectly renovated homes that are priced correctly,” adds Paul Loeb , a Real Estate Salesperson with Douglas Elliman Real Estate, “are selling promptly,” although other homes that are either in need of significant work or priced incorrectly may languish on the market before succumbing to price breaks. “The North Fork sales

165 Angler Road, Greenport Represented by William Walters of Daniel Gale

market is good,” he says. “There is more inventory than there had been, and there are buyers out shopping for homes.”

Diane Mollica , a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Compass who is based in Southold, has noticed that buyers are “selective.” “They want a clean, modern, well-presented property at fair market value,” she says. “They are not acting hastily, but rather thoughtfully and intentionally. They are serious about their investment and want to choose wisely.”

As for the rental market, Paul Loeb says that it “started out strong, with tenants booking 2024 summer rentals in December 2023 and early 2024.” It has, he says, since slowed, but he believes it will pick up once more as the weather warms up.

The rental market, Diane Mollica says “was not brisk last year, and is much the same this year,” as a result of fallout from Covid, when prices were high and inventory was low. People, she says, “are traveling and taking multiple vacations,” as opposed to committing to summer rentals.

Location, William Walters says, has become much more important in 2024, as buyers are targeting specific areas, a deviation from

pandemic trend. “I think that the demand for areas like New Suffolk, Nassau Point, and Orient Village will almost always trade at higher numbers than the rest of the market, due to the high demand and low inventory,” he says. But Southold Hamlet has seen an “uptick in demand” as the downtown area has developed. Greenport Village, Paul Loeb says, has retained its popularity, too.

“Buyers love the Greenport Village benefit of walking to shops, restaurants, New York transportation, and Greenport beaches.” He also says that some buyers are focusing more on western hamlets to shorten their commutes back to the city.

As for whether it’s a good time to buy or sell on the North Fork, most real estate professionals agree: it’s a great time to do both in the luxury market. “I think the luxury market is very strong right now, and it’s a great time to buy or sell,” William Walters says. “The North Fork will always be a safe investment for buyers, so I think we are in a good place as we move into the future.” The prices, Diane Mollica adds, will “continue to go up,” meaning that now is a good time to get in as a luxury buyer. “If you find your house and it all falls into place, buy it or you will always regret it,” she recommends.

“It is a good time to buy (prices will go up further when rates come down).” Paul Loeb confirms. “It is a good time to sell (prices are up). The market is slower than the pandemic market, but it is still a healthy market.”

230 Wiggins Lane, Greenport Represented by Paul Loeb of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

59 Lockitt Drive, Jamesport Represented by Diane Mollica of Compass

Come July 4th, all we want is to be in the pool or lounging beside it. And on the North Fork we want to do it with style. Some updated furnishings can do the trick.

BY BEVERLY STEPHEN

Elegant Shade

Samara Modern Classic Round Aluminum

Sunbrella. $769 kathykuohome.com

Lucky Poolside Seating Heller introduces the indoor/outdoor Fortune chair by Jumbo (Justin Donnelly and Monling Lee) at Design Within Reach. Yes, it IS inspired by the iconic cookie. Available in six food-inspired colors — cookie, olive, licorice, oatmeal, tomato, and dark cherry. $1,175 dwr.com

Retreat From The Sun

Alaia Modern Classic Brown

Wicker Weave Performance Fabric

Outdoor Daybed. Seats up to 5 people. $6,495 kathykuohome.com

Languid Loungers

Ansley Accent Sofa all weather cushions resist mold, mildew, and fading. $3679.20 to $5,599.20 frontgate.com

Miniature Fireplace

FLÎKR Fire Personal Portable Concrete Fireplace is perfect for adding a little warmth on cool evenings or whipping up some S’mores on the patio. $98 food52.com

Lemonade Please! This 15-quart enamel drink dispenser with stand is perfect for poolside parties. $150 moma.org

BAY FRONT PARADISE

COVER PROPERTY

Welcome to your Bay Front paradise on the North Fork! This home has every aspect of beach living. Incredible views of Bug Light and Shelter Island. Two lots comprising 1.38 acres and over 286 feet of expansive sugar sand beach. Featuring an open gracious floor plan. Five bedrooms, 4 baths, wraparound porch, outdoor shower, waterside gunite pool, outdoor kitchen area, a garage that houses a gym, living loft area and a full house generator! The additional lot has a building envelope for a 2,700+ square foot home. The beauty of all of this and located in Flood Zone X! Surrounded by North Fork renowned farm stands, restaurants, beaches, marinas, boating, award winning wineries and great shopping. Exclusive. $6,000,000. WEB# 894179

EXCLUSIVELY PRESENTED BY: Sheri Winter Parker, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker | Corcoran swp@corcoran.com | M: 631.848.7730

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BAY FRONT BEAUTY Mattituck – Web# 888347

Exclusive. $5.25M – This Bay front estate is absolutely spectacular! Over 1.5 acres, 132 feet of sugar sand beach and endless, incredible views. An eat-in-kitchen that overlooks your pool, pool house and private beach with Viking appliances and full wine fridge, living room with a gas fireplace, den/flexible space and a laundry room. 3 BR, 3.5BA including a primary suite with a bayside balcony, fireplace, spa-like bathroom with radiant heated floors, double water closets, gym and walk-in closet. Outside you have a pool house with living space and half bath, 20 x 40 heated waterside pool, driving range & putting green, outdoor shower, beach and Bay access from your backyard, and a whole house generator. Steps from Strong’s Marina and near all the North Fork has to offer... This is a must see!