NFRES Holiday 2018

H O LIDAY / NE W Y E AR 2019

FIELD OF DREAMS MATTITUCK PRESENTED BY MARIANNE COLLINS OF BROWN HARRIS STEVENS S E E PA G E 2 7

T H E P R E M I E R L U X U R Y R E A L E S TAT E A N D L I F E S T Y L E M A G A Z I N E

LOOKING TO SELL? LOOKING TO BUY ON THE NORTH FORK?

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Quintessential North Fork Bayfront | Laurel | $1,875,000 4-BR, 3-BA | Web# 3075909 Thomas McCloskey M: 516.680.0118

Dream Come True! 100 feet of Bay Frontage, Own Private Beach East Marion | $1,225,000 | 3-BR, 2-BA | Web# 3080297 Geraldine Haines M: 516-330-7501

Two Commercial Buildings: Liquor Store and Deli with Apartment Above Riverhead | $1,195,000 | Property and businesses for sale, excluding inventory. | Web# 2953773 | Thomas Uhlinger M: 516.319.0323

Pristine 1860 Farmhouse | Cutchogue | $999,000 | 4-BR, 2-BA Web# 2950086 | Thomas Uhlinger M: 516.319.0323

Prime Full Rights Acreage | Cutchogue | $975,000 | 11.57 acres, Suitable for vineyard, nursery or homes. | Web# 2901951 Thomas Uhlinger M: 516.319.0323

Rare North Fork Bay Front Lot Available | East Marion | $899,000 Shy half acre. 116 feet water frontage on Orient Harbor, views of Shelter Island | Web# 3056860 | Thomas McCloskey M: 516.680.0118

GREENPORT OFFICE 124 Front Street O: 631.477.2220

MATTITUCK OFFICE 10200 Main Road O: 631.298.8000

elliman.com/longisland

NEW YORK CITY | LONG ISLAND | THE HAMPTONS | WESTCHESTER | CONNECTICUT | NEW JERSEY | FLORIDA | CALIFORNIA | COLORADO | MASSACHUSETTS | INTERNATIONAL 110 WALT WHITMAN ROAD, HUNTINGTON STATION, NY, 11746. 631.549.7401 © 2018 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. ALL MATERIAL PRESENTED HEREIN IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. WHILE, THIS INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, IT IS REPRESENTED SUBJECT TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, CHANGES OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL PROPERTY INFORMATION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO SQUARE FOOTAGE, ROOM COUNT, NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT IN PROPERTY LISTINGS SHOULD BE VERIFIED BY YOUR OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS CURRENTLY LISTED WITH ANOTHER REAL ESTATE BROKER, PLEASE DISREGARD THIS OFFER. IT IS NOT OUR INTENTION TO SOLICIT THE OFFERINGS OF OTHER REAL ESTATE BROKERS. WE COOPERATE WITH THEM FULLY. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.

LOOKING TO SELL? LOOKING TO BUY ON THE NORTH FORK?

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Greenport Village Pristine 1920’s Bungalow with Pool | Greenport $885,000 | 3-BR, 2-BA | Web# 3032756 Paul Loeb M: 631.553.5255

Exceptional Country Home with Pool and Vineyard Views Aquebogue | $799,000 | 4-BR, 3.5-BA | Web# 3042191 Patricia Shackel M: 516.205.3755

Bucolic Nassau Point New Construction, Latest Amenities, Room for Pool | Cutchogue | $699,000 | 3-BR, 2-BA, 2-HALF-BA Web# 3073740 | Edmund Giordano M: 516.353.5585

Living the Good Life, The Highlands | Aquebogue | $620,000 3-BR, 2-BA | Web# 3076894 | Pamela Hogrefe M: 631.834.2341 Janet Bidwell M: 631.255.4088

Sound Views! Right of Way to Beach | Baiting Hollow | $560,000 3-BR, 2-BA | Web# 3081065 | Janet Bidwell M: 631.255.4088 Pamela Hogrefe M: 631.834.2341

Waterfront Lot on Pipes Creek | Greenport | $369,000 DEC approval for 2-story dwelling | Web# 3060096 Paul Loeb M: 631.553.5255

GREENPORT OFFICE 124 Front Street O: 631.477.2220

MATTITUCK OFFICE 10200 Main Road O: 631.298.8000

elliman.com/longisland

NEW YORK CITY | LONG ISLAND | THE HAMPTONS | WESTCHESTER | CONNECTICUT | NEW JERSEY | FLORIDA | CALIFORNIA | COLORADO | MASSACHUSETTS | INTERNATIONAL 110 WALT WHITMAN ROAD, HUNTINGTON STATION, NY, 11746. 631.549.7401 © 2018 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. ALL MATERIAL PRESENTED HEREIN IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. WHILE, THIS INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, IT IS REPRESENTED SUBJECT TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, CHANGES OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL PROPERTY INFORMATION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO SQUARE FOOTAGE, ROOM COUNT, NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT IN PROPERTY LISTINGS SHOULD BE VERIFIED BY YOUR OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS CURRENTLY LISTED WITH ANOTHER REAL ESTATE BROKER, PLEASE DISREGARD THIS OFFER. IT IS NOT OUR INTENTION TO SOLICIT THE OFFERINGS OF OTHER REAL ESTATE BROKERS. WE COOPERATE WITH THEM FULLY. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.

O P E N I N G

D O O R S

Let me open the doors of the North Fork to you.

JILL DUNBAR, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker O: 631.333.4058 | M: 631.278.5324 jill.dunbar@elliman.com

elliman.com/longisland

NEW YORK CITY | LONG ISLAND | THE HAMPTONS | WESTCHESTER | CONNECTICUT | NEW JERSEY | FLORIDA | CALIFORNIA | COLORADO | MASSACHUSETTS | INTERNATIONAL 110 WALT WHITMAN ROAD, HUNTINGTON STATION, NY, 11746. 631.549.7401 © 2018 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. ALL MATERIAL PRESENTED HEREIN IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. WHILE, THIS INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, IT IS REPRESENTED SUBJECT TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, CHANGES OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL PROPERTY INFORMATION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO SQUARE FOOTAGE, ROOM COUNT, NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT IN PROPERTY LISTINGS SHOULD BE VERIFIED BY YOUR OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS CURRENTLY LISTED WITH ANOTHER REAL ESTATE BROKER, PLEASE DISREGARD THIS OFFER. IT IS NOT OUR INTENTION TO SOLICIT THE OFFERINGS OF OTHER REAL ESTATE BROKERS. WE COOPERATE WITH THEM FULLY. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.

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CONTENTS: HOLIDAY / NEW YEAR 2019 ON THE COVER FIELD OF DREAMS, MATTITUCK

Photo: Jake Rajs

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COVER PROPERTY

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Presented by

MARKETWATCH

Marianne Collins of

Sales Down And Prices Up

Brown Harris Stevens

For 2018

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CALENDAR

TRAVEL

December Events on

Orlando: A Sunny

The North Fork

Destination To Please The Whole Family

12 EAST END EATS

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The North Fork’s Best

TRAVEL

Desserts

Monmartre, Mon Amour There’s Much To Love About This Paris Quartier

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Pure Luxury

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The Flagler Club Is An Elite

SHOPPING

Sanctuary At The Top Of

Travel Must Haves

The Breakers

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LOOK FOR OUR NEXT ISSUE:

A Winter’s Tale

PRESIDENTS’ DAY 2019

Venice In Winter Is A Cold-Weather Paradise

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N O R T H F O R K R E A L E S TAT E S H O W C A S E . C O M

Tel: 631-722-5800 Fax: 631-722-5951 Residential - Commercial - Waterfront

JAMESPORT: Stunning 3,500 Sq. Ft. Victorian.

Private landscaped setting on 1 acre. 4 BRs & 3.5 baths. 2 master bedroom suites. Large EIK, formal LR, formal DR, family room/fireplace. Geothermal heat, central air and solar panels. Finished basement. 3-car garage. $949,000

AQUEBOGUE: Private 8 acre Estate. Custom farmhouse with 5 BRs, 4 baths, LR, DR & custom kitchen. Master ensuite on 1st floor. Full finished basement w/outside entrance. Horse barn has electric & water, riding ring & paddocks. Wood stove, HW floors. $1,350,000

AQUEBOGUE: Amazing North Fork Dream House on Cul-De-Sac. Large detached 2-story heated garage workshop for the car collector or artist studio. Large chef’s country kit. LR/FP. Elegant master BR w/bath & master closet! 5/6 BRs. Immaculate condition. Updated! $899,000

JAMESPORT: Elegant Custom Contemporary in Sea Cove Estates. Bay beach community. 3 BRs, 4 baths. Spacious open floor plan. Vaulted ceilings, HW floors, fireplace, screened in porch & IG pool.

Celebrate the beauty of the North Fork here with friends & family. $749,000

RIVERHEAD: Reeves Park! Enjoy this spacious better than new immaculate Post Modern home! This open floor plan is perfect for entertaining family and friends. A handicapped office is attached. Four large bedrooms, 3.5 baths. All close to LI Sound with a large easy access beach. $699,000

AQUEBOGUE: Custom 2-story on cul-de-sac.

Three bedrooms, 2.5 baths. LR/fireplace, formal DR, EIK with granite, SS appliances & custom wine cooler. Beautifully landscaped property with heated IG pool & Gunite spa. Covered outdoor kitchen for great entertaining. $579,000

AQU EBOGU E: The Highlands. Stunning oneof-a-kind 2-story nestled amidst the golf courses & vineyards. 4 BRs, 3.5 baths, gourmet kitchen, formal DR, LR, study, great room/gas fireplace set in stone wall, sunroom, loft, sitting room, garage & basement. Master suite on 1st floor. $729,000

R I V ER H EA D: Rolling Woods! Custom designed & built luxury farm ranch & separate buildable lot.

Three bedrooms, 3 baths, elegant foyer, formal DR, open floor plan kitchen, family room/fireplace.

Private backyard for entertaining with IG pool.

Beach rights! $549,000

SOUTH JAMESPORT: Ranch with Beach Rights! Bayside location. Living room with fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen with dining area, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and enclosed screened porch. Detached 2+ car garage. $549,000

PRESI DENT / CEO Jim M iller Grand Canal with gondola in Venice.

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CO- PUBLI SHERS Kat hy Silvanovich Claudet t e Gr eenst ein CREATI VE DI RECTOR John Lasur do D ESI GN & PRODUCTI ON Mi chael Pope | Am anda Clapp PR ODUCTI ON M ANAGER Fr ances Daniels CO NTRI BUTI NG EDI TORS R achel Boswor t h | Rut h Thom as H annah Selinger | W ill Hoban Sam Wilson | Kelsey Oglet r ee

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elcome to the Holiday/New Year issue of North Fork Real Estate Showcase. It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is already upon us. It seems like only yesterday that we were enjoying the exceptional fall harvest season and Indian summer. Now it’s time for all of us to savor the

special beauty of the North Fork in winter.

Featured on this month’s front cover, Marianne Collins of Brown Harris Stevens presents a prime 20acre vineyard property in Mattituck, complete with 17+ acres planted with varietal vines, including Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc & Petit Verdot. Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase an ideal property for grape-growing in the heart of North Fork wine country.

Be sure to check out our end-of-year Marketwatch report on page 18. We spoke with several top brokers to get a closer look at how the market fared in 2018. The consensus was that although sales were down overall compared to 2017 (reflecting the low inventory levels we continue to experience) actual sale prices rose by over 12% for the year. Anything under $600,000 is moving quickly, Greenport remains very strong, new construction and properties on or near the water also remain in high demand. The biggest sale

PHOTOGRAPHY Mary T ham es- Louis | Jake Rajs FI NANCE DI RECTOR Ellen M iller WEBSI TE DESI GN AND M AI NTENANCE Dead On Design I nc.

SOCI AL M EDI A DG Cr eat ive M edia M EM BER N orth F or k Cham ber of Com m er ce N orth For k Pr om ot ion Council H a m pt ons & Nor t h For k Realt or s Associat ion Long I sland Boar d of Realt or s

of the year was an Orient listing from Sheri Winter Clarry of The Corcoran Group, whose last asking price was $10 million – proving the high end is definitely alive! The outlook for 2019 is for continued strength in the market, as the North Fork is still undervalued compared to the South Fork.

This being our travel issue, we are featuring four exceptional destinations for your consideration this winter. If you’re thinking about warm weather escapes, Debra Scott takes us to the Flagler Club, an elite sanctuary within the venerable Breakers hotel in Palm Beach (page 14) and Kelsey Ogletree shares the latest on the Orlando hotel, theme park and food scene that you should know about before you go (page 20). If Europe is more to your liking, take a look at Sam Wilson’s “A Winter’s Tale,” for an off-season visit to the magical city of Venice – without the tourist hordes of summer (page 16) and “Montmartre, Mon Amour,” for an insider visit to the unique northern reaches of this special Paris quartier (page 22).

Enjoy the issue and Happy Holidays to all!

Jim Miller

120 W indm ill Lane Sou t ham pt on, NY 11968 phone: 631- 353- 3350 f ax: 631- 353- 3349 advertising@m3-mediagroup.com Instagram: @northforkrealestateshowcase

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NEW SUFFOLK.With unobstructed views of West Creek;The North Fork’s most exquisite bay estuary and wetland. Sun, water, sky, quiet abound from this super-qualitative renovation. Three bedrooms, 2 baths plus spacious garage (2007). Featuring 2nd floor balconied-studio with water views. West Creek parcel includes permitted mooring pole. $985,000.

NORTHVILLE. Rare 25+/- acres with full development potential, zoned for residential and/or agricultural use. Farm or build, neighbor with Palmer Vineyards to the west and North Fork Preserve to the northeast. Additional 20-acres with DRI also available (call for price) fronting on Sound Shore Road. $2,783,000.

POSSIBILITIES ABOUND

LUXURY LIVING AT THE COVE

SOUTHOLD. Hamlet Business Zoned Home — Live In, Rent, or Change Usage. Owner wishes to sell with adjacent 8.3 acre R-80 vacant land - Development Rights Intact. Possible subdivision, gentleman’s farm...Many usage options. Imagine the North Fork possibilities this purchase presents. $899,000.

SOUTHOLD. The good life is within your reach! Turn-key 2,100 SF townhouse with too many amenities to list. Waterfront living has its perks with views, serenity, boating and waterfront access all just steps away. Swimming pool and tennis, too. A tremendous value that cannot be duplicated for the price! $799,000.

East Main Road, Southold • 631-765-3416 • lewisandnickles.com

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From the Holiday House Tour in Cutchogue to the New Year’s Eve Celebration at Sannino Vineyard — NFRES Plans The Agenda

BY RUTH THOMAS

SANTA BRUNCH December 16, 10 am - 11:30 am, 12 pm - 1:30 pm, and 2 pm - 3:30 pm Join Santa for some traditional brunch fare, includes admission to the Aquarium. Adults: $54.95 ($49.95 members); Kids: $26.95 ($23.95 members).

Long Island Aquarium, www.longislandaquarium.com

6TH ANNUAL CUTCHOGUE HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR: A DAY FILLED WITH HOLIDAY CHEER

hits. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legend

exclusive session, you and your guest

Ronnie Spector and the Ronettes are

will have the chance to learn how to

Comin’ to Town.

blend a custom bottle of wine as you

December 8, 11 am - 3:30 pm

The Suffolk Theater, www.suffolktheater.com

learn about life as a vintner. Minimum of 2 people must reserve per session (couples event)! One bottle per couple

WLNG’S ROCKABILLY XMAS

will be blended, additional bottles can

December 15, 8 pm

be purchased for $30.

celebration with a night of big band,

Suffolk Theater’s SHOW OF THE

1375 Peconic Lane, Peconic

wine, and swing! The dance floor is

YEAR! If the house is a rockin... well,

open and the music of Ol’ Blue Eyes

it must be Christmas! Get ready for a

Sannino Vineyard, www.sanninovineyard.com

is performed to perfection by the

Rockabilly Xmas like none other! Join

19-piece New Millennium Big Band

Sun Records’ last recording artist –

NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION

Orchestra. Set alongside the historic

madman Jason D Williams on piano,

December 31, 6 pm - 8 pm

stunning homes and The Old House

decor of Long Island’s last remaining

often compared to his friend and

Join us for some holiday cheer and

this holiday season. Self-guided tours

Art Deco Theater, get ready to be

mentor Jerry Lee Lewis; Gene Casey

wine tasting with the Sanninos. Tickets

will walk through Cedar House on

transported into an elegant night of

– the East End’s prodigal Rockabilly

MUST be purchased in advance and

Sound B&B, Sannino Vineyard B&B,

dining and dancing.

King; and Prentiss McNeill, member

include a 6 wine tasting flight with

Blue Iris B&B, and Shinn Estate

The Suffolk Theater, www.suffolktheater.com

of the Drifters for 30 years. Sponsored

paired cheeses and chocolates. $40

by WLNG. The Suffolk Theater, www.suffolktheater.com

per person and ($35 club members).

Wine and dine your way through four

Farm House. Holiday dishes and drinks from Bay Breeze Inn, Sannino

1375 Peconic Lane, Peconic

RONNIE SPECTOR CHRISTMAS PARTY: RONNIE SPECTOR AND THE RONETTES

WINEMAKER FOR A DAY: VIP BLENDING SESSION

Little Oak Café. Also, a collection

December 14, 8 pm

December 16, 12 pm - 3 pm

for Toys for Tots. Advance ticket

It’s the ultimate rock & roll Christmas

NEW YEAR’S EVE - FISHES & WISHES

purchase is required. Tickets: $79.

Cutchogue Holiday House Tour, www.cutchogueholidayhousetour.com

show EVER with Rock & Roll Hall of

December 31, 6:30 pm - 11 pm

Fame Legend – Ms. Ronnie Spector

Ring in the New Year with Buffet

and the Ronettes. Known as the

dinner, DJ & Dancing, Cash bar,

Vineyard, Sparkling Pointe, Touch of Venice, Shinn Estate Vineyards, Lombardi’s Love Lane Market and

Sannino Vineyard, www.sanninovineyard.com

national voice of Christmas – for

plus the Aquarium and family. Mock

SINATRA BIRTHDAY BASH NEW MILLENNIUM BIG BAND

the iconic rock & roll Christmas hits

Midnight toast at 10:30 pm. Adults:

Frosty the Snowman, Sleigh Ride,

$99 ($89 members); Kids: $60

December 8, 8 pm

Rockin Around the Christmas Tree,

($54.95 members).

THE

I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus,

CHAIRMAN! It’s a Sinatra birthday

and some of the biggest rock & roll

Long Island Aquarium, www.longislandaquarium.com

HAPPY

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BIRTHDAY

TO

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Be a winemaker for a day. With this

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THE NORTH FORK’S BEST DESSERTS IMPROVE YOUR HOLIDAYS WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM LOCAL FRIENDS

BY HANNAH SELINGER

North Fork Chocolate Company

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efore you waste your worthy weekend

In search of something off-the-beaten-path?

(dark chocolate, cranberries, almonds, hazelnuts,

afternoons scouring Bon Appétit and Food &

Consider a trip to Mattituck’s Magic Fountain Ice

walnuts, pistachios, and raisins) feels the most

Wine in search of the perfect recipe for your

Cream, home to a stunning array of homemade

seasonally appropriate.

holiday desserts, consider recruiting a little help from

ice creams. During the holiday season, this North

Christopher Junda of Jamesport’s Junda’s

some friends. Homemade is nice, but sometimes a

Fork institution releases a spate of limited edition

Pastry Crust & Crumbs is practically known for his

store-bought dessert, produced by artisans, can elicit

flavors, including eggnog. If serving ice cream for a

holiday dessert, the epic apfelstrudel, a German

the same wow factor. On the North Fork, there is an

family feast seems strange, take it as license to be

dessert typically served in December. Long tubes of

embarrassment of riches when it comes to satiating

outrageous. Bring home a gallon of eggnog ice cream

pastry, made in house, are stuffed with sliced apples

the sweet tooth. So pack up the flour and the sugar

and set up a DIY ice cream soda bar for your holiday

that have been macerated in sugar and spice. The

and take to the road, instead.

dessert, with fresh whipped cream, cola, and, for the

final result, sliced into portable pieces, is a flaky,

adults, bourbon and rum.

buttery, fruity symphony. The bakery also produces

Is there such a thing as a holiday without pie?

Although the designation of Best Pie on the North

At the North Fork Chocolate Company, in

Fork is a matter of much debate, there is no denying

Aquebogue, dessert enthusiasts will find more

But one would be remiss to exclude, from

that Cutchogue’s Wickham’s Fruit Farm, home to a

than just boxes of chocolate. The iconic s’mores

any holiday fête, renowned pastry chef Claudia

sprawling orchard, serves up some of the finest. Pies

pops—giant toasted marshmallows enrobed in

Fleming’s cookies, available in Southold at the

are ever changing, and you can call in advance for

Belgian chocolate and dusted with graham cracker

North Fork Table & Inn Food Truck. Ms. Fleming’s

a sense of what Wickham’s has in store, but expect

crumbs—add fun and whimsy to any holiday meal

cookies—chewy, adequately sized, and addictive—

pies that reflect the fruit grown at the orchard—

and are sure to enliven any group of kids at the

come in both oatmeal raisin and chocolate chip. A

cherry, sour cherry, apple, peach, and pumpkin, for

holiday table. The Company also produces delicious

half dozen will set you back $7.50, but you should

instance. The farm also makes donuts daily, which can

chocolate bark, a holiday tradition for some. Of

probably buy extra for the drive home.

be purchased per piece or by the still-warm bagful.

their numerous flavors, the dark fruit and nut bark

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raspberry and cheese versions of the dessert.

Little Bay Realty www.LittleBayRealty.com

Email: Sales@LittleBayRealty.com

631-929-8400 6324 Route 25A, Wading River, NY 11792 Mon-Fri 8am-7pm | Sat-Sun 9am-5pm

“Little Bay Leads The Way Over 30 Years”

RIVERHEAD - FABULOUS WATERVIEW Infinity Pool Overlooking LI Sound Close To Hampton Jitney - $774,000

WADING RIVER - GRAND COLONIAL Beautiful 4 BR, 3.5 Bath With 6.5-Car Garage $599,900

RIDGE - LOCATION LOCATION 3 Bedroom Colonial Set On Shy Half Acre $378,900

WADING RIVER - POST MODERN Magnificent 3,200 SF Open Plan Home On Shy Acre - $649,000

SHOREHAM VILLAGE - FARM RANCH Charming 4 Bedroom, 5 Bath On Shy Acre $589,000

WADING RIVER - EXCEPTIONAL HOME Privately Set Home With High End Updates $569,900

CALVERTON - PRISTINE FARMHOUSE Amazing 1875 Home Fully Renovated $699,000

SHOREHAM - CUSTOM BUILT 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Ranch With Beach Rights $419,000

WADING RIVER - NEW CONSTRUCTION 2,500 SF Traditional Colonial Near The Beach $729,000

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PURE LUXURY

THE FLAGLER CLUB IS AN ELITE SANCTUARY AT THE TOP OF THE BREAKERS

BY DEBRA SCOTT

spoil guests. (The hotel employs 2,000 in total.) In short, it is the lap of luxury.

The HMF restaurant, named for hotel founder

Henry Morrison Flagler, is a gorgeous room – think elaborate coffered ceiling and low lit chandeliers. For a large room spaces feel intimate. My companion declares it “the most beautiful room in America,” and I don’t disagree. Only the casual menu specializing in small plates with items derived from food trucks reminds you that you’re in the current century. While we are there early in the week, we are told that on Fridays it has the most happening bar scene in town.

Lately I am going through a dumpling phase

and order Shiitake Mushroom Pot Stickers and Hong Kong Dumplings: superb. The chopped salad with a cherry vinaigrette was out of this world and what the heck is in the jewel-green sauce served with the grilled artichoke? We could drink it by the gallon. We also sample the Salmon Yakitori that has been seared beautifully in a Japanese robata grill that uses bichotan charcoal to reach extremely high heat and seal in juices.

Breakfast is at The Circle, a stunning circular

room surrounded by immense Palladian windows and a buffet with everything you might desire including an omelet station, carving board and array of fruit. We try the dragon fruit, new to us with its red exterior and white seeded interior somewhat like kiwi.

Not only does the newly renovated Seafood

Bar overlook the sea, it also boasts an aquarium bar and serves up such delectable treats as conch

The royal palm-lined Avenue of The Breakers

fritters and crab nachos.

The 140-acre property boasts 11 boutiques,

nine restaurants, eight bars, four oceanfront pools, two 18-hole championship golf courses, fitness

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center, spa and poolside bungalows. Children

here is no more iconic Palm Beach resort than

to the Flagler Club, an elite sanctuary on the top

have their own camp and there are plenty of adult

The Breakers, a hotel that has been around

two floors of a wing of the hotel. With only 25 rooms

activities including tennis on ten courts, sunrise yoga

since the Gilded Age in 1896. And there is no

(compared to 513 in the rest of the establishment) it

on a seaside lawn and scuba diving on a coral reef.

other word to describe it but “magnificent” – from

is tantamount to being a hotel within a hotel. There’s

the moment you are driven down the Royal Palm-

a rooftop terrace and chic Adam Tihany-designed

property reinvests at least $30 million a year to keep

lined avenue to the lobby with its artisan-painted

lounge where scrumptious nibbles including elegant

things as fresh as they were when the hotel was visited

fresco ceiling. I have to keep pinching myself as a

confections from the pastry chef are available all day

by the likes of the Astors, Vanderbilts, J. P. Morgan

reminder that I’m in Florida, not a grand palazzo

and evening.

and J. C. Penney. The AAA Five Diamond property

in Florence. Did I mention that it is listed on the

Rooms are as luxurious as expected with

has always had its admirers including novelist Henry

National Register of Historic Places?

marble shower, Frette linens and adjustable bed.

James who called it “vast and cool and fair, friendly,

Upon arrival, I am picked up at the airport by

The numerous staff are at a continuous beck and

breezy, shiny, swabbed and burnished like a royal

a chauffeur driving a Tesla then whisked upstairs

call and seem to be trained in how to shamelessly

yacht, really immaculate and delightful.”

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Still in the hands of its original family, the

ORIENT $499,000 All American vintage Arts & Craftsmen just up from Village Lane and Oysterponds School, abuts preserved farmland. Solid construction features 3 bedrooms up with den/4th bedroom down. 1.5 baths.

Hardwood floors. Outbuilding, copper gutters and new roof.

Web# 32767 EXCLUSIVE NICHOLAS J. PLANAMENTO, Assoc. RE Broker 631.948.0143 (c) NJP@TCHamptons.com

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Gondola at sunset on the Grand Canal

A WINTER’S TALE

VENICE IN WINTER IS A COLD-WEATHER PARADISE

BY SAM WILSON

F

or those seeking to escape the brutal East

clothes. Or a duvet. But as anyone who has ever

Coast winter, Venice can be a hard sell. It’s

been to Venice in winter will tell you, winter is the

Which, come to think of it, is another reason

cold and damp, and every time it rains, the

best time to visit. For one thing, the floating islands

to visit Venice in the winter: You’ll be sharing the

waterways overflow. And yes, it’s true that the wind

collectively known as La Serenissima—all one

city not with tourists but with bona fide Venetians.

coming off the canals is relentless. Chances are the

hundred and eighteen of them—are wonderfully

As for the cold, there’s a remedy for that. Hot

glorious palace you rent will be drafty. You might not

moody at that time of year. For another, spring and

chocolate and panettone, the sweet egg-enriched

see the sun all week. At times you’ll envy the locals

summer in Venice are impossible. Every cobbled

bread that is typically eaten during the holidays,

in their fur coats and wish you had packed warmer

street and piazza, no matter how secluded, is

are local specialties. At VizioVirtu Cioccolateria,

swarming with school groups and tour groups and

the hot chocolate is so thick that you can drink it

church groups, all competing for a glimpse of this

with a spoon. Caffè Florian, just off the Piazza San

fabulous church or that Old Master painting.

Marco, also serves a delicious hot chocolate and

Carnevale in Venice brings out elaborate masks and costumes

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dance until the small hours.

But with the onset of cold weather, mass

offers world-class people watching. For something

tourism drops off. It’s so quiet you can almost

stronger, head to Osteria al Squero, which faces

imagine what Venice was like when it was the

one of the last remaining gondola boatyards for

center of the medieval world. The winter traveler

wine and excellent snacks from artisanal cheeses

will wander about Saint Mark’s Basilica and the

to salami and crostini. From there, proceed to

Doge’s Palace in a daze of wide-eyed wonder and

dinner at Ai Mercanti, a small restaurant with an

relative tranquility. Accommodations are somewhat

inventive seasonally-driven menu. This is the place

cheaper too. Off-season is a great time to splash out

to go when you’re craving sweet potato ravioli with

on the Aman Venice, a sixteenth century palazzo

pumpkin cream.

and UNESCO World Heritage Site in which some

And, if by chance you find yourself feeling

of the rooms feature works by Tiepolo and other

lonely for the Hamptons, you can drop in at the

Renaissance greats. (George and Amal Clooney

Peggy Guggenheim Collection and visit the Jackson

slept there.) If it’s intrigue and mystery you seek,

Pollocks. For a moment, you’ll forget you’re far from

plan your trip to coincide with Carnevale. Every

home.

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MARKETWATCH says, “Sales were very good all year long, pretty comparative to 2017. The most active segments are waterfronts and condos. The hot areas have been Aquebogue and Jamesport. Prices are holding steady, but inventory unfortunately is still low. Southold has the most inventory, while South Jamesport and New Suffolk have the least inventory.

New construction sales are going very well. The problem is there is not enough new construction due to the inability of builders to buy lots to build on.” Dolores remarks, “So far we are having a strong fall and I feel we will have a strong real estate market throughout the winter and hopefully this will carry through to next year.”

Thomas McCloskey of Douglas Elliman

Real Estate says, “The volume of sales for 2018 is down approximately 15% when compared to 2017.

Presented by Karla Dennehy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

It has followed the inventory levels which were running 15% less than last year for most of 2018.

SALES DOWN AND PRICES UP FOR 2018

But since October 2018, inventory has caught up to last year’s inventory at the same time period. Even though inventory and interest rates are increasing, pricing and buyer interest remains strong. New construction, complete renovations, and newly remodeled homes are in big demand; especially

BY RUTH THOMAS

when coupled with waterfront or water views.” Tom believes, “The North Fork real estate market will

T

he volume of home sales on the North Fork

the number of home sales are down by over 28%

continue to be strong until inventory increases to

was down in 2018 compared to 2017, but

compared to 2017. Waterfront is always the golden

levels seen in 2015-2016.”

prices are up as inventory continues to be

ring. With conviction I believe prices on the North

tight. New construction and waterfront homes

Fork are headed for a healthy ascend as inventory

Realty says “Sales in 2018 stayed strong compared

are in demand and there is increased interest in

is severely lacking! The most inventory is in the

to 2017, but inventory has remained low causing a

land. Greenport Village and the Love Lane area of

over $2M range, while the least inventory is under

drop in total transactions and an increase in median

Mattituck are strong and anything under $500K

$1M. There’s a great demand for new construction

selling price, especially in the high end of the market

is moving very quickly. As 2019 approaches,

under $1M – but the new construction mostly hitting

in Southold Town. Prices have increased in 2018 due

expectations are for a strong sales year ahead on

the market is at $2M plus.” Judi observes, “The

to lower inventory and continuing strong demand.

the North Fork.

North Fork is to the Hamptons what Brooklyn is to

As with most markets with inventory shortages we

NYC – it’s hot, it’s interesting, it’s popular with all

are seeing an increase in new construction.” Tom

Estate says, “Having just completed the 3rd quarter

generations.”

believes, “We will see a slight increase in inventory

North Fork home sales report, it clearly showed

Judi Desiderio of Town & Country Real

Dolores

Petersen of Colony

Realty

in 2019 while the demand will remain strong on

Presented by Thomas McCloskey of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Presented by Cheryl Schneider of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty

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Tom Scalia of Century 21 Albertson

Photo: Jake Rajs

Presented by Marianne Collins of Brown Harris Stevens

Presented by Sheri Winter Clarry of The Corcoran Group

Presented by Nicole LaBella of Town & Country Real Estate

Presented by Dolores Petersen of Colony Realty

the North Fork creating an increase in the total

does not sell and there is a price reduction, it

21% in 2018 over 2017 but sale prices were up.

transactions. Median prices will continue to rise but

will get activity. Inventory is slim so when good

The median sale prices were up 12.5%. Homes

at a slower rate than 2018.”

properties come on the market, they go right away.

under $600,000 are moving quickly. Greenport

Gale

New construction is increasing and sales are going

remains strong and properties located on or near

Sotheby’s International Realty says, “Fewer homes

well.” Sheri thinks, “North Fork sales will continue to

the water are in demand. Inventory is down about

went into contract and closed this year than last

remain strong. The North Fork is still an undervalued

5% but there are signs it is starting to loosen up.

year, although total dollar volume is up, reflecting

market which is coming into its own.”

The larger towns of Southold, Mattituck, Cutchogue,

prices and the strength of the market at the high

Harris

Greenport, and Riverhead have the most inventory,

end. The most active segments are the top and

Stevens says, “The number of sales on the North

while New Suffolk and South Jamesport have the

the bottom – anything under $500,000 is moving

Fork through third quarter are down in 2018 vs.

least. There is more spec building.” Karla thinks,

very quickly, especially near the water. Greenport

2017, but prices are up, reflecting supply and

“Buyers are still skittish about rising interest rates

Village and the Love Lane area of Mattituck are

demand. We have seen increased interest in land,

and the new federal tax laws so we might see more

strong. Prices are a bit higher than last year. New

both for development and for agriculture. New

conservative offers next year as buyers adjust to the

construction is hot right now!” Cheryl feels “very

and recent construction waterfront homes are

market.”

positive about real estate sales on the North Fork in

in demand. If current trends continue, prices will

2019. Our season is longer and our prices are better

modestly increase. Inventory continues to be tight,

Fork real estate. While inventory and interest rates

than the South Fork with all our wineries, villages,

so when something unique comes on the market,

are increasing, pricing and buyer interest will remain

and artisanal food!”

there is a rush for it.” Marianne reflects, “It seems

strong. New construction and waterfront properties

Cheryl

Schneider

of

Daniel

Marianne

Collins of Brown

2019 should be a dynamic year for North

Sheri Winter Clarry of The Corcoran

the North Fork is really coming into its own, with

are in big demand. The North Fork will always attract

Group says, “Sales were up this year over last year.

new businesses, restaurants, farms, and of course

folks to its scenic wineries, charming villages, and

All segments of the market are active including the

residents. It’s only natural that more people will want

laid-back lifestyle. As the new year begins, discover

under $1M range as well as high-end properties.

to live in this beautiful place.”

your North Fork getaway in 2019.

Every area on the North Fork is hot. So far, prices

have been holding strong and steady. If a property

Estate says, “The number of sales were down

Karla Dennehy of Douglas Elliman Real

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TRAVEL

ORLANDO: A SUNNY DESTINATION TO PLEASE THE WHOLE FAMILY

Spa pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Orlando

Toy Story Land

FROM NATURE EXPERIENCES TO RESTAURANTS TO THEME PARK ADDITIONS, CENTRAL FLORIDA’S NEVER BEEN HOTTER.

BY KELSEY OGLETREE

W

hile most of the country is bundled up

away from the busy highways leading into downtown.

with a cheese shop, juice bar, several bakeries and

in winter coats, Orlando residents enjoy

Hop in a golf cart from Grande Lakes Sports,

a coffee roaster. Restaurants like The Ravenous

average temperatures in the mid-70s

and in five minutes, you’ll be surrounded by cypress

Pig in nearby Winter Park, helmed by two James

January through March. It’s no surprise that the

trees draped in moss along Shingle Creek, known

Beard nominee chefs; Luke’s Kitchen & Bar, a new

metro area ranked No. 8 in the country in population

as the headwaters to the Florida Everglades. With

spot from James Beard nominee chef Brandon

growth this year—more sun means more time to

the eco-tour experience, you’ll kayak or canoe down

McGlamery in Maitland; and Highball & Harvest,

enjoy the outdoors.

the creek for a blissful hour of feeling one with

located inside The Ritz-Carlton, are standouts.

You don’t have to move to the Sunshine State

nature, wrapped up with a little history lesson from

No visit to Orlando would be complete without

to enjoy the best attributes of its fourth-largest

a guide (fun fact: the creek got its name in the early

a day at a famous theme park. At Walt Disney World

city. Though Orlando doesn’t boast the beaches of

1800s from settlers who transported logs down it

Resort, don’t miss the new Toy Story Land, with

Miami and Jacksonville, it offers many attractions

to be fashioned into roof shingles). If you’re feeling

coasters like the Slinky Dog Dash popular among

that allow you to pick your pleasure—whether that’s

adventurous, strap on a helmet and hit the two-mile

adults and children alike. Harry Potter fans will

reconnecting with nature, indulging your palate

mountain bike trail on property. Golfers would be

enjoy Universal Orlando Resort’s new Nighttime

in the area’s farm-to-table cuisine, experiencing

remiss not to take advantage of the stunning 18-

Lights at Hogwarts Castle, a spectacular display

an adrenaline rush high atop a roller coaster or a

hole Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, home to the PGA Tour’s

of lights and music themed after the book series.

combination of them all.

annual PNC Father/Son Challenge every December.

For a major thrill, try the new Infinity Falls ride at

Ask for Gaia as your caddie; she knows the greens

SeaWorld Orlando. Debuted last fall, it plunges

better than anyone.

down the world’s tallest river rapid drop amid a

A lovely oasis to call home during your visit is Grande Lakes Orlando, comprised of two hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Orlando and JW Marriott

Though it hasn’t really been known for

Orlando. The former features a newly renovated

inventive cuisine in the past, Orlando now has a

If you haven’t visited Orlando in a while, this

lobby, complemented by a large fountain and rows

burgeoning food scene. In fact, celebrity chef and

growing city may surprise you—and when you find

of palms outside the porte cochere that culminate

host of the Travel Channel’s “Bizarre Foods” Andrew

time for adventure and relaxation here in equal

an empathic sense of arrival. Though it’s only 15

Zimmern recently filmed an episode at Orlando’s

parts, you might head home with a little sunshine in

minutes from the airport, the resort feels a world

East End Market—a hub for farm-to-table cuisine

your soul.

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TRAVEL

MONMARTRE, MON AMOUR THERE’S MUCH TO LOVE ABOUT THIS PARIS QUARTIER

“

T

BY SAM WILSON

he colossal sanity of Paris is strong enough

of the French can-can. Afterwards, it’s always a

go to L’Arcane, “a culinary tour de force,” according

to transform the worst unrealities of tourism,”

good idea to pay one’s respects to Degas, Nijinsky,

to the Paris daily newspaper, L’Express (lobster

the British architectural critic Ian Nairn

and François Truffaut at the Montmartre Cemetery.

and ravioli soup, anybody?). Recently awarded

observed. He was referring to Montmartre, the

Another must-see is the Bateau-Lavoire, the artists’

its first Michelin star, reservations are essential. If

village-y quartier in the 18th arrondissement,

studios where Picasso painted his Garçon à la pipe

you’re in the mood for rustic deliciousness, head

which he pronounced Montmartre fake and

and other foundational works. (A fire destroyed all

to Le Petit Bleu, a tiny Moroccan place that serves

unduly praised. Once home to Picasso, Toulouse-

but the façade of the original structure which was

impeccably-prepared couscous, tagines, and other

Lautrec, Modigliani, Van Gogh and other Modernist

rebuilt in the late 70s). And while there are certainly

North African specialties. For more typically French

icons, the streets around the Place du Tertre are

more beautiful churches in Paris than the basilica of

food, try Jeanne B, which specializes in exquisite

perpetually overrun with tourists who fall hard for the

Sacré-Coeur, the views over the city from the terrace

rotisserie-cooked

neighborhood’s quaintness. But the northern part of

are staggering—yes, it is worth the climb. Once

from Challans, lamb from the Pyrénées, suckling

Montmartre, near the steeply-pitched rue Martyrs,

you’ve contemplated those sublime prospects, the

pig, all accompanied by an impossibly rich potato

isn’t fake at all. Plus, it has recently benefited from

only place to go is down, so to speak.

gratin. Finally, stop in at Café des 2 Moulins,

meats—black

foot

chickens

a youthful infusion of energy. There you’ll find good

Earthly pleasures are in abundance at Gontran

which achieved fame in the film Amélie. A fantasy?

cafés, bakeries, interesting restaurants run by

Cherrier, one of the most innovative bread bakeries

Absolutely, for you’re as unlikely to see Amélie

ambitious young chefs, and more.

in the city, where you can pick up a loaf of rye with

(played by Audrey Tatou) behind the counter as

If it’s your first visit to Montmartre, start by

red miso. The raffishly handsome Cherrier (tousled

you are to spot the ghosts of Matisse or Picasso

getting your culture fix at the quartier’s eponymous

hair, muscled arms, five o’clock shadow) has a cult

darting down the street. Still, it’s a delightful place

museum. Located high on the hill known as La

following among the Japanese. Alternatively, do as

to while away an afternoon all the same. Long live

Butte, not only does the Musée de Montmartre have

the locals do and have your morning café crème at

the unrealities of Paris tourism!

paintings by Toulouse-Lautrec, Murillo, and others,

Rose Bakery, a veritable Anglo-Parisian institution.

it also has an entire gallery devoted to the lost art

Or go straight to lunch. If you fancy a full-on meal,

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EXCLUSIVE. ML# 3045767 $639,000

SOUTHOLD. Waterfront and views with 80 feet of bulkhead deep water dockage, 4 ensuite bedrooms, newly updated kitchen, room for a pool, and much more! Here’s your chance to be in Beixedon Estates.

EXCLUSIVE. ML# 3036887 $1,399,000

EAST MARION. Heated salt water pool, private and beautifully landscaped acre property.

Open plan, great room with fireplace, kitchen, living room and dining room. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths—first floor master. Wood floors throughout. Full basement and oversized garage. Every detail, top-notch!

EXCLUSIVE. ML# *1317051 $975,000

SOUTHOLD. Nantucket waterfront with private dock! Waterviews everywhere! 3,500 Sq. Ft., great room, family room, office. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths–first floor master.

Al fresco dining, spa, fire pit. Enjoy boating from your backyard, and easy walk to town!

EXCLUSIVE. ML# 3057460 $1,999,000

MATTITUCK. Private 2-acres, tennis court, room for pool. Spacious 5 bedrooms (first floor master) & 3.5 baths. Kitchen with large dining area. Attached 2-car garage and separate 3-car barn for hobbyist. Also available as a year-round rental, $4,500 per month.

EXCLUSIVE. ML# 3057384 $949,000

MATTITUCK. New To The Market!! Amazing bay front water views with steps to town beach and Mattituck’s Veteran’s Park. Wonderful updated home—4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths on two levels with 430 Sq. Ft. deck overlooking the bay.

EXCLUSIVE. ML# 3080921 $999,000

MAY YOUR WALLS KNOW JOY MAY EVERY ROOM HOLD LAUGHTER AND EVERY WINDOW OPEN TO GREAT POSSIBILITY - Mary Anne Radmacher-Hershey

Wishing Everyone Happy Holidays.

Thank you for another wonderful year!

From All of Us at North Fork Real Estate Showcase

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Prime 20± Acre Vineyard | Mattituck

Jamesport | Land Moments from Long Island Sound

Shelter Island Opportunity

$1,200,000 | Private 3.07± Acres | 3 Bedroom Cottage | Huge Heated Workshop 2 Storage Barns | Opportunities Abound | WEB# 102399 Deirdre S. DeVita | 631.288.5409 | ddevita@bhshamptons.com

$275,000 | 0.92± Acre | Cul-de-sac | Long Island Sound Views Moments from Iron Pier Beach | Perfect Lot for a New Country Home | WEB# 108785 Daniel Sullivan | 631.288.5233 | dsullivan@bhshamptons.com

$899,000 | Meticulously Planted and Maintained | 20± Acres | 17± Acres Planted: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot | Fenced And Irrigated | WEB# 3562 Marianne Collins | 631.734.2957 | macollins@bhsnorthfork.com

$749,000 | 0.50± Acre | Open Floor Plan Kitchen, Dining and Living Room | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Large Deck | Two Garages - One in Lower Level | 5± Minutes to South Ferry | WEB# 108399 Barbara Brundige | 631.903.6125 | bbrundige@bhshamptons.com

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