Luxury New York City real estate broker Erez Rose, a resident with his husband, producer Michael Cohen, agrees: “Bellport is my happy place, my perfect escape from the city that’s also close enough where going back and forth is never too much . Everything from the local farms—we frequent Hog Farm on Saturday mornings to get veggies for lunch and the best fresh bread – to the restaurants (we are huge fans of the State Room in Patchogue) make Bellport a gem.”
The town has a real sense of community, where dinner parties that go long into the night are commonplace, and everyone from the cheesemonger to the auto repairman is likely to know your name.
If you find yourself lucky enough to snag a coveted Airbnb—or even better, an invitation to stay at a Bellport-ite’s home for the weekend, Guja’s 48-hour itinerary has you covered. And if an invite isn’t in the cards, check out the recently opened Temperance Hall, a new bed and breakfast addition to the area. Some other great news? There are no longer restrictions on short-term rentals in the Village of Bellport—so if you want to come for just a weekend, now you can!
Activities
Most days in Bellport are spent at Ho Hum Beach, sailing or paddleboarding on the bays, bike riding through the historic districts, or taking trips to the many preserved open spaces. (Insider tip: you’ll need to prove you’re a resident of Bellport to get on the ferry to Ho-Hum!) Historical walking tours are also a fun Saturday morning excursion.
Bellport’s charm is ideal for families.Photo: Courtesy of Howie Guja / @howieguja