![]() They are known for their line of Holy Schmitt’s horseradish, as well as their produce.I was very impressed with the North Fork of Long Island. Schmitt’s Farm Stand On Sound sells products from their 4th generation family farm.Sang Lee Farmssells seasonal organic produce at their farm stand.(31215 County Road – Route 48, Peconic, NY) It’s best known for its apple cider donuts in the fall. Breeze Hill Farm & Preserve has over 72 acres of apple orchards and a private hunting preserve.(715 Sound Ave, Mattituck NY with other farm locations in Riverhead and Jamesport) It’s also a destination for seasonal farm activities, such as apple and pumpkin picking, hayrides and a corn maze. ![]() Habes Family Farms & Vineyard sells sustainably produced, non-GMO, fruits and vegetables.200 of their 300 acres are dedicated to growing fruit. Wickham’s Fruit Farm is on some of the oldest continually cultivated land in America.Before you head back to NYC, don’t miss out on visiting a farm or shopping for local produce and flowers at a farm stand: The North Fork is known for its farms and farm stands. East End Seaport Museum, where you can learn about the maritime history of Long Island.Visit on the weekends to see a blacksmith at work and learn about the trade and its history. The Village Blacksmith, a replica of an old blacksmith’s shop from the 1870s.The Times Vintage, where you can shop vintage clothing, decor and records.American Beech, which is not only has a hotel and trendy restaurant, but also a stylish boutique with women’s clothing, accessories and eye-catching home goods.Greenport’s Antique Carousel, which is over 100 years old. ![]() Many of the hotels and restaurants I recommend in this post are in Greenport and it very much feels like the hub of the North Fork. Greenport is a charming walkable town on the North Fork. If you want more details on visiting Pindar Vineyards, I’ve written a complete guide to visiting Pindar Vineyards from my first visit back in 2018. The winery is even being converted to a geothermal heating and cooling system for its wine-making tanks, which is a zero-emissions system. Pindar Vineyards is also committed to sustainability efforts and you will see wind turbines on their property. Their tasting room is open daily and the staff is extremely helpful and friendly. Their vineyards are set on more than 500 scenic acres on Long Island. They grow 17 varieties of grape, produce 23 varietals and proprietary blends of wine and produce 70,000 cases of wine per year. Pindar Vineyards also produces award-winning wines and is the largest vineyard on Long Island. The sunflowers typically bloom in July and August. Visiting the sunflower field at Pindar Vineyards is free and you can stop by any time of day, whether or not the tasting room is open. Pindar Vineyards (37645 NY-25, Peconic, NY) is not only one of the most popular vineyards on the North Fork, but they also have a beautiful sunflower field next to their tasting room. The Harvest Inn has beach passes for guests, so that you can enjoy the nearby beaches. Stacey cooks with local and organic as much as possible, and she is able to accommodate dietary restrictions (advance notice of dietary restrictions is appreciated). It’s safe to say I didn’t have room for lunch that day! One morning during our stay, I had home baked blueberry muffins, proscuitto and eggs on toast, fresh fruit, fresh OJ and grapefruit juice, a ginger health shot and as much coffee with oat milk as I could possibly drink. The Harvest Inn serves memorable 2-3 course breakfasts every morning cooked by the owner Stacey. The rooms are beautifully appointed with casually elegant furniture, luxury linens and towels, Beekman 1802 toiletries, and plush bathrobes and slippers. The Harvest Inn feels homey, intimate and upscale. ![]() There is plenty of outdoor seating for guests, a big lawn, and a koi pond. The Harvest Inn is set in a beautiful shingled house with a welcoming wrap-around terrace. You can even walk down the road to Pindar Vineyards, one of the most popular wineries in the area. The location on the North Fork is unmatched – nearly every place we wanted to explore was within a 15 minute drive of The Harvest Inn. The Harvest Inn is located at 40300 Main Road, Peconic, NY, 11958. The Harvest Inn is a gem of a property and I hope to stay with them again soon. They also gave us local recommendations for wineries and activities and made restaurant reservations for us. The owners Stacey and Steve Issacs are so friendly and really made us feel at home. The Harvest Inn is a luxury bed and breakfast that feels like a boutique hotel. I had the opportunity to stay at The Harvest Inn and I can’t recommend it enough. ![]() ( Note: The Harvest Inn hosted me for a complimentary stay, however, as always all opinions are my own.) ![]()
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