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Private beach, fully updated house, on 2 acres.
Each the special magic that only the Hamptons offer—historic charm, a rural atmosphere, white sandy beaches and a relaxed lifestyle—while staying in this light-filled three-story cottage. Tucked away on a beautiful 2.2-acre wooded lot, this bayside oasis offers a tranquil retreat, with deer sightings, private beach access, stunning view and picture-perfect sunsets. A short drive to the beaches and town, quick trips to nearby shops, market stands, restaurants, museums and Jackson Pollack house.

Surf Scoter Cottage Shelter Island
New heated gunnite Pool & pea gravel driveway. 4BR renovated mid-century ranch with a breezy nautical theme. Central A/C. Giant back deck: Propane & Charcoal BBQ, Jacuzzi, Hammock & glorious Outdoor Shower. Private front & back yards. Fab mirrored bar, cozy kitchen, double-sink master bath+full 2nd bath. Impressive vinyl collect & 4 speaker Bluetooth stereo, Piano, chill basement media room + ping pong & foosball ! washer/dryer. 4 bikes, beach chairs, cooler & umbrella. $100 /dog sorry no cats

Montauk Private Beach Bungalow
Beautiful secluded cottage tucked away at the end of cul-de-sac and surrounded by a nature preserve. Montauk’s finest waterfront dining and bars are less than a mile. The house has a large living room with a fireplace, king bed in one and a full bed with a twin bunk in the other, a full bath, and an eat-in kitchen with dining for 6. There is a large very private patio with a grill, dining table and lounge area. The private beach is stunning and a 3 minute walk from the house. Pets are welcome.

Serenity + privacy; 1 block to waterfront dining
Serene, chic, vibes await you at your Hamptons oasis! Enjoy the privacy of your own home located just minutes to the water + Main St. Hang poolside or on the porch + enjoy the bucolic views. Spark up the firepit + BBQ under the starry sky! Soak up the nature and calm vibes here. Stream on your 80' TV. Walk 1 block to waterfront cafe + dining for coffee on the sea + dinner/cocktails while watching the sunset over the harbor. You'll be 8 mins to Main St. shopping, beaches, bays + so much more.

Hamptons Oceanfront Oasis
Escape the hustle & bustle of city life and unwind at this stunning home in the Hamptons. The oceanfront oasis is the perfect way to wake up to ocean views, beaches and nearby restaurants. Relax on our spacious deck - perfect for morning coffees & sunset cocktails. It is just a short drive to the train station & only 15 minutes from the airport for quick getaways. For your safety, the home is equipped with Ring cameras and one-use key codes. Book now and experience the ultimate Hamptons escape!

Explore the Water & Woods at a Relaxing Retreat
Flick through records under soaring ceilings and hang out in the year-round hot tub at this East Hampton open-plan retreat. Unwind in the wooded backyard, take a dip in the pool or spa, detox in the sauna, grill on BBQ, relax in the movie-theatre seats to watch a film, then snuggle up to fireplace or firepit before drifting to sleep in super comfy beds. Minutes to village, beaches and hiking trails. Terrific for families & friends looking for a relaxing getaway. (No AI used in these photos!)

Family Retreat with Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna.
🛏 6 Bedrooms, 9 beds & 3 Full Baths 🏊♂️ Heated Pool & Relaxing Hot Tub 4-person Sauna 🏀 Half Basketball Court & 🏐 Volleyball Area 🏌️♂️ Private Golf Putting Green 🔥 Cozy Firepit & Outdoor Lounge Area 🛝 Swing Set & Kid-Friendly Yard 🍽 Fully Stocked Kitchen & Spacious Dining 🌐 High-Speed Wi-Fi & Smart TVs 10 min to Smith Point Beach & Boardwalk 15–20 min to Long Island Wine Country Nearby hiking at Wertheim Wildlife Refuge Short drive to Tanger Outlets & restaurants

Designer's Dream - Charming Boathouse
An architect's and interior decorator's dream home! This home is a historic boathouse built in the late 1890's with modern updates. In the middle of Greenport Village - walking distance to train station, Jitney stop, and Shelter Island Ferry as well as the best North Fork restaurants, vineyards, bars, and beaches. Two bedroom home with ground floor fireplace, outdoor shower (not enclosed), and beautifully landscaped outside patio w/grilling & dining areas.

Hay Beach Family Home: Fire Pit, Playroom, Yard
Two blocks from Hay Beach, this family-and-dog-friendly 3BR sleeps 6 in a quiet Shelter Island neighborhood. Fenced yard, fire pit, playroom, crib, toddler toys, beach gear, and bikes included. The home was built for families: open living area with wood-burning fireplace, full kitchen, 2 full baths, basement playroom, and workout space. Outside: fully fenced yard, fire pit, sun loungers, propane grill, Big Green Egg. Winter stays: $0 cleaning fee Nov–Mar.

Beautiful beach home with pool & water views!
Perfectly situated just past the Island Boatyard and Salt in a blissful neighborhood surrounded by water on 3 sides. 4 town landings and beach access right across the street. Newly renovated gourmet kitchen with large island and beautiful quartz counters. Back deck offers full outdoor dining space with propane Weber grill, wicker seating area with beautiful propane Firepit for hours of evening enjoyment and chaise lounges by the pool.

The Cooper-Burke House
Many Main Street restaurants such as the American Hotel, Lulu's, Page 63, Wolffer Kitchen, Sen, Sag Pizza and Goldberg's, etc are a few minutes away. On Main Street one finds the Sag Harbor Cinema, The Bay Street Theater, Schiavoni's Market and Yoga Shanti. The house is a 12-minute walk to Haven's Beach. 1-minute around the corner from the house is Cavaniola's Wine, Cheese and Kitchen shops as well as the Sag Harbor Beverage store.

Sag Harbor Cottage, Walk to the Beach!
Renovated to perfection, this fully equipped fresh & modern beach cottage has an open-plan living room, dining room & kitchen, all with high ceilings, immaculate finishings, & a sunny lower level TV room. A broad mahogany deck with large outdoor shower & gas BBQ grill runs the full length of the house & overlooks a roomy lawn with great privacy, fire pit and mature landscaping.
Popular amenities for house rentals in Shelter Island
House rentals with a pool

3 BR/Pool. Walk to Beach & Town!

Private Oasis W/Stunning Vinyard and Pool Views

Private & Pristine with Pool and Kid’s Playard

Luxury Southampton Home/outdoor Sauna/hottub

East Hampton Rental w/ Pool, Moments to Amenities

Brand new house with an all year round hot tub.

East Hampton Oasis - Pool and Hot Tub

Sprawling Hamptons Estate with Hot Tub & Amenities
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North Fork Waterfront Escape · Sunset Views

Corwin House

Adorable Beach House on LI Sound

Beachside Bliss w/ Game Room, Gym & Golf Green

Historic East Hampton Home - Private Beach Access

Beach Block Hideaway

Sunlit cozy cottage by the bay.

The Saltbox: Outdoor Dining, Fire Pit, Soaking Tub
Private house rentals

Elegant Greenport Victorian-Winter Harbor House-

Private Waterfront Access + Hot Tub + Scenic Yard

Stunning Southampton Star

Luxe Beach Cottage-Steps to Water-USGolf-Firepit

North Fork Vineyard White Farmhouse AirBnB

Sweeping Dunes Beach Cottage

Southold Sea'renity

Bay Access Cottage + Pilates Gym
When is the best time to visit Shelter Island?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | £471 | £391 | £439 | £374 | £502 | £531 | £560 | £563 | £468 | £406 | £412 | £449 |
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Family-friendly holiday rentals
90 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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50 properties feature pools

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100 of Shelter Island holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.9 Average rating
Shelter Island stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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