Waterfront escape with chic decor, sunset views, and bikes



























35 Shore Rd, Shelter Island Heights, NY 11965 Get directions

"Buzzy and slightly more rustic in feel, this waterside hang is a hot ticket—snagging a dinner reservation is a small victory." - Jessica Chapel, Emily Adler

"If you want a beautiful, boozy, and buzzy afternoon or evening with friends, go to Sunset Beach on Shelter Island. During the day, it's quite the scene-y spot with DJs and glamorous groups looking to indulge. At night, it's a little calmer. Order some rosé, linguine with clams, and watch the sunset. Whether or not you want to stay for a nightcap is up to you." - Elise Taylor

"A popular waterfront restaurant on Shelter Island, where chef Daniel Rose of Le Coucou is rumored to be collaborating with hotelier Andre Balazs this summer." - Nadia Chaudhury

"I'm mentioning that Justin Smillie is doing a short-term pop-up at Sunset Beach on Shelter Island for the next few weeks as he works on his wood-fired pizza projects, with plans for another pop-up in the Hudson Valley this fall." - Emma Orlow
"A waterfront destination on Shelter Island prized for its scenic setting where enjoying wine by the water is considered a particularly special experience." - Céline Bossart Céline Bossart Céline Bossart is a wine, spirits, and travel writer based in New York City. Her work has been published in Saveur, Wine Enthusiast, Liquor.com, Food & Wine, Harper's Bazaar, and many more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines