Walking into this place, I actually said okaythis is exactly what Ive been hunting for.First off, its not just a condo, it is a complete waterfront beach resort. They have recently refreshed tennis courts tucked into these tall pine trees, so even when youre just standing there you feel vacation vibes. Then you turn the corner and theres the pool scene: plenty of lounge chairs so you can do the sun or shade depending on the tan line status. The gym is right next to the pool with updated equipment, and it looks out over the pool so I can actually stick to a flexible plan: quick workout, then laps, then back to the pool chair. Or I can skip all of that and go straight to the sandy beach and just wander the shoreline that even has a view toward the lighthouse out by Orient Beach State Park.Now the best part: this is a second-floor unit, which means nobody is above and that changes the whole ceiling and layout. What I really like is the commanding water view from the kitchen, living room, and deck. The living room has double-height ceilings and a fireplace, so it feels open and airy, not boxed-inand the water views are unreal as the weather changes. The main bedroom has its own water view and with the high ceiling and the updated bathroom has fresh open feeling. The kitchen is dialed-in with views of the waternew stainless steel appliances, quartz counters and a breakfast bar that keeps everyone on the living room side. The deck is set up brilliantly: theres an extra counter with stools along the living room wall, so youve got this indoor-outdoor wine-and-cheese flow that feels effortless. And somehow the deck is built so you dont really see the neighborsno idea how but Im a fan. When the others come out, theres a second floor den with water views too (because the living room ceiling is so high, it creates this cool extra space). Islands End Golf Course and the Hellenic are under a mile away, so thats a two-minute drive. Greenport Village is only about 2.5 miles away for shops, food, and everything that I love to do on the North Fork.And then it hit me, the Shelter Island ferries are right there. That opens up Shelter Island restaurants, quick trips toward Sag Harbor. If I have to run into the city, the train and Hampton Jitney are right by the ferry terminal too, so its genuinely easy to come and go.This is one of those places that makes sense in every season, summer, fall, winter and the best part is when I lock the door, I am not stressing outdoor maintenance. I can just leave, head south, and actually relax.

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