People tend to have their favorite spots in the Hamptons and East Hampton has become one of mine. One reason … the Mill House Inn.
I found its location ideal, being just a short walk from the Old Hook Mill and the East Hampton Village Nature Trail and Wildlife Sanctuary.
The Mill House Inn started my day with a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and offerered a wide array of other luxuries.
Built in 1790, the Mill House Inn was both a modern respite and Colonial classic. And the BIGGEST deal for me was its pet friendly policies!
East Hampton offered everything I wanted for a trip to the Hamptons – in the middle of it all, yet quaint and quiet, and not too far from Main Street to the beach. I spent some time on Main Street as it’s the hub of East Hampton’s shopping district, complete with restaurants, clubs, galleries, cafes, and more.
Back at the Mill House Inn, there were 10 individually decorated rooms from which to choose. Each offerered sumptuous fabrics and creature comforts, and after spending just a single day at the Mill House Inn I understood why it was consistently rated as one of the best B&Bs in the Hamptons.
While walking, biking, and driving, I found so much to do in East Hampton:
Shopping: Main Street was the destination of choice for everything from high-end fashion to doggy couture, to everyday surfwear emblazoned with “EAST HAMPTON” or “THE END,” a popular nickname for nearby Montauk.
Beaches, beaches, beaches: I took advantage of three beaches, each with own character and feel. Main Beach – often ranked as one of the country’s best – was a super popular spot, while Two Mile Hollow Beach was a quieter. I also went to Georgica Beach because of its fame for its impeccable views and great surfing.
Experience Nature: I also explored both LongHouse Reserve – a sculpture garden – and Cedar Point County Park, which took me from the forest to the beach and offerered outstanding hiking and shell collecting.
Food, Glorious Food: I found when it came to fine dining, East Hampton set the standard – and the table! The 1770 House was a nearby Colonial B&B, ideal for romantic dinners. Then there was Nick & Toni’s, a longtime favorite that had rave reviews. And when it came to brunch, I found Christian’s by Wölffer (located a hop, skip, and jump up the road in Amagansett) hard to beat.
