Pridwin Hotel

Item: Pridwin Hotel
Rating: 42
Author: Andrea Franchini

Where:
Shelter Island, Long Island
Why:A staycation in the East End of Long Island
When:August 2022
Who:My life-partner Cian and myself

"Shelter Island: discovering the un-Hamptons"

Drinks on the lawn of The Pridwin overlooking Crescent Beach and the sun setting down. In summary: bless

The journey begins with a quick 5’ ferry ride. Best way to start the weekend

The nostalgic front office with key holders at The Pridwin resort

Highs & Lows

A 1927 landmark resort was renovated to preserve the culture of Long Island and bring back its original beauty
Shelter Island’s barefoot chic vibes and “carefree” americana summer style define this island as the “Un-Hamptons”
All the public areas, in particular, the restaurant and bar terraces are stunning, having views overlooking Crescent Beach
We love some good old-school hand-painted signage
The landscaping and the perfectly nestled cottages around the Pridwin
The amenities, from the pool to the bikes, from water sports to camp-fire s’mores and waterfront yoga

The menu is not so vegetarian or vegan friendly and not highlighting the local produce and purveyors
I was hoping the store and minibar would feature local alcohol/ wineries from Long Island

The Barometer

Design
Location
Future Forward
Night's Sleep
Service

Amenities
Takeable Treats
Refer a Friend
Overall Value
Life Changing

Total: 42/50

Important Bits

Type
Beach resort
Vibe
A celebration of New England’s Summer with a splash of Palm Beach at this charming lifestyle resort. One of the oldest inns in Long Island, newly renovated
Location
Located on Crescent Beach in Shelter Island
Rooms
33 rooms & 16 private cottages sit on seven pristine acres of waterfront property
Pre-Arrival & Arrival Experience
The quick five minute ferry ride is where your trip begins. The staff at The Pridwin are kind and polite, and it’s made of very young members
Future Forward
Unfortunately we were not able to pin down any real efforts towards sustainability although the leadership mention it will be a priority for the next months
Music
Sounds of nature
Year Opened
2022
Designed By
Colleen Bashaw of Brownhall Design
Health & Wellness
Lots of options: early morning Yoga sessions, a fitness center with water views and a Peloton bike, a swimming pool and a lovely spa featuring Malibu’s skincare brand Osea. Of course many watersports, tennis, biking, and hiking
Food
Menus are designed by Drew Hiatt and feature fresh seafood, vegetables and fruits from local East End purveyors. The wine list includes North Fork’s wines
Bar, Events & Nightlife
The property’s restaurant and bar features live music and entertainment almost every evening. For those looking for late nightlife, hot spot Sunset Beach is located just a short eight minute walk away from The Pridwin. Many other restaurants are a few minute drive away
Minibar & Retail
The minibar features a limited selection of beverage and snacks. There is a small pop-up store with all Pridwin branded things and beach stuff
Accessibility
The hotel has a pretty open floor plan and is quite accessible. The public spaces are easy to navigate. Some of the guest rooms (and the cottages) are located on the ground floor with private terraces and access
Pet Friendly
If you are bringing your furry friend with you, inform the staff ahead of your stay so they can assign a room for it
Children
Yes
Price
Reassuringly expensive
Tel.
+1 631 749 0476
Website
Visit website

In the Area

Hotel Location 81 Shore Road, Shelter Island Heights, NY, USA

Shelter Island is a secluded, 8,000-acre island on the eastern end of Long Island in New York. It is known for its bed and breakfast and boutique hotel culture. Shelter Island is easily accessible by car ferry. The North Ferry departs from Greenport, NY and the South Ferry from North Haven, NY.

Pridwin Hotel