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4-Minute Walk to Private Beach in Exclusive Hither Hills; Ocean Views; Modern

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Upper Side Deck, Partial Ocean View
Atlantic Ocean View
Partial Ocean Views from Upper Sideporch
Front View. House is a 2-story upside down house: Living Area Upstairs;Beds Down

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Montauk, NY
  • South Edison Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ditch Plains Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hither Hills State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Montauk, NY (MTP)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

4-Minute Walk to Private Beach in Exclusive Hither Hills; Ocean Views; Modern

You are offered a beautiful spacious, two-story, four-bedroom “upside-down” house in Montauk’s most desirable neighborhood, Hither Hills.

The sunny, modern house has partial ocean views, a large backyard, and two wrap-around decks — upstairs and downstairs.

Upside-down houses have the bedrooms on the ground floor and the living area on the second floor, thus offering spectacular views from the living room, kitchen and dining areas – with sunrise greeting you in the morning and sunsets in the evening, including a partial ocean view all times of the day.

Hither Hills is a quiet, rustic, family neighborhood with winding hilly roads and it is the only neighborhood in Montauk with deeded beach rights. That means the beach is never packed, like the town beaches can be.

The house is less than a 5-minute walk to the quiet secluded beach, miles from the public beaches and commercialism of town. It is so close to the beach that it is quicker to walk than to drive. The drive into the town itself takes only 5 minutes.

The upstairs living area – fully paneled in aromatic pinewood – is a 900 square-foot open space with Andersen windows and sliding doors on three sides – east, west and south –offering lots of sun and briny ocean breezes.

A brand-new kitchen renovation was installed upstairs in 2022 and two sparkling new bathrooms modernized the house downstairs in 2020.

Downstairs has four bedrooms:
- a huge master bedroom with a queen mattress and private bathroom
- a guest bedroom with queen bed
- two smaller bedrooms equipped with two twin beds each.
The house sleeps eight.

Sheets, linens, towels and beach towels are all included.

Beach chairs and umbrellas are also provided for your use, as well as a little wagon to wheel the gear to the beach.

Wrap-around decks both upstairs AND downstairs provide hundreds of square feet of leisure space. Lounge chairs are there for relaxing or sunbathing.

Enjoy grilling on the Weber gas grill. An outdoor teakwood dining-set seats eight comfortably.

A café table and chairs are provided in the front upper porch for you to have a snack or enjoy your favorite beverage.

Modern appliances include a Bosch dishwasher, a GE refrigerator, a GE electric range and a large Samsung TV .

A Samsung split air-conditioner in the upstairs living area offers quiet operation and cool temperatures when the non-stop ocean breezes prove insufficient during the heat of the day. In the winter, it also can be used to heat the house.

Downstairs is cooled/heated with central air-conditioning.

There is also a washer/dryer unit, high-speed wi-fi, and cable TV.

An outdoor shower lets you to wash off the sand after a day at the private deeded beach, which is a mere 1000-feet walk down a pretty winding road.

The beach is never crowded and you can play, surf, swim, fish, and cook your meal over an open fire – far removed from the madding crowds of town. Beach chairs and umbrellas provided.

There is a 600 square-foot lawn in the back. The front and sides of the house are landscaped with flowers and shrubs. A driveway provides ample parking for four vehicles.

The neighborhood is quiet and family friendly. You will love the sound of the lapping ocean waves lulling you to sleep at night.

Guests love this house and come back repeatedly. However, non-declaration of extra guests will result in termination of booking.

Property manager

Sean Sweeney

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Hither Hills is a quiet residential neighborhood. No loud parties or large group gatherings allowed.
No group shares. Town and my own rules prohibit more than 8 non-related guest. ** Violation will result in immediate termination of VRBO contract.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Montauk

Located in Montauk, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at The Hamptons Beaches and Montauk Point. Shinnecock Museum and Jonathan Adler are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Montauk, NY

What's nearby

  • Kirk Park Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • South Edison Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Ditch Plains Beach - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Shadmoor State Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Hither Hills State Park - 20 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Montauk Station - 7 min drive
  • Montauk, NY (MTP) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John's Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hampton Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shagwong Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Scarpetta Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪John's Pancake House - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4-Minute Walk to Private Beach in Exclusive Hither Hills; Ocean Views; Modern pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 4-Minute Walk to Private Beach in Exclusive Hither Hills; Ocean Views; Modern?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4-Minute Walk to Private Beach in Exclusive Hither Hills; Ocean Views; Modern?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4-Minute Walk to Private Beach in Exclusive Hither Hills; Ocean Views; Modern located?

Located in Montauk, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of The Hamptons Beaches, Kirk Park Beach and Second House Museum. South Edison Beach and Navy Road Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice House & Layout
Nice accommodations and features at the house and great proximity to the ocean beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location!
We had a great stay. The owner was very communicative and the location was perfect…an easy walk to the beach. The house was exactly as expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Treasure
We had a fantastic mini vacation celebrating our sons wedding in Montauk, we were very pleased with the location and layout of this house, tucked away in a nice quiet neighborhood, yet close to town and the beach. The upstairs living room/kitchen and deck was the best with views of the ocean and plenty of sun to sit back and relax. Will definately rent this again for our next family vacation in Montauk.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Montauk Getaway
We had a wonderful time at this house and the host was very quick and responsive when we had questions. Great location, quiet neighborhood, and the house is fully equipped, especially with beach-related gear! Can’t recommend this place enough and thank you to Sean for hosting us!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Great place to stay, highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in Montauk
We enjoyed our stay with family and recommend We were close to the beach and could hear the ocean House was clean and comfortable Thank you Sean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great friends weekend
House was just as described. Very spacious and comfortable., great location. We totally enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacqui r., New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter Break
Wonderful relaxing time . As advertised everything you need for a home away from home .
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
22 Bryan
Had the best time at this house! So close to the beach and perfect for a summer getaway. Thank you so much to our great host!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Montauk Reunion
We’ve been coming to Montauk to fish together for the last 34 years and have camped as well as rented homes for our stay. This property offered all the space, deck, and proximity to the beach that we wanted. The kitchen and den area are spacious and comfortable. The four bedrooms were comfortable and the washer and drier were very convenient. We would gladly return to this house next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
My family and I had an amazing experience at this rental. Everything was exactly how it was described and the walk to the beach was even closer then we would have thought. The property is great and the owner and his staff are thorough and on call for any needs. I would 100% recommend this rental as we will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shailya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
Upper level very bright and airy. Tree top views. Kitchen well equipped. Comfortable beds. Easy access to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great host, just as pictured and expected
House was just as we expected. Checkin was a breeze and communication was excellent throughout the entire process. Ocean views from the dining table were a bonus. The kids loved our stay and John was accommodating to our family pet. Couldn’t have asked for anything more. We will definitely be looking to stay again here in the future. My kids can’t wait to go back. Thank you for a the great memories
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, nice living space
This house accommodated our family and guests comfortably and was a short walk to a gorgeous, quiet beach. Plenty of parking. Very nice, quiet, tree-filled neighborhood. The house had all we needed in terms of kitchen equipment, bedding, towels etc, plus a great deck and gas grill with a big outdoor dining table. Outdoor shower was handy for rinsing off after the beach. A nice stock of inflatable beds came in handy the night we had a lot of guests. It was ready on time and easy to settle in to.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jasa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best month ever!
Sean’s house was incredible for our group and the perfect location in montauk. We stayed for the month and the house is exactly as described and pictured. The kitchen is newly renovated and well equipped to cook, grill, etc. The floor plan is great for a group with a huge deck for bbq nights and kt enjoyed the ocean view. Sean was very responsive as well as his handyman who was able to fix anything on short notice or take the trash. Could not say better things about our stay, we will definitely be back! Best month ever!
Stayed 24 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Perfect
The house was just perfect. It was close enough to town to get there easily but far enough away to have quiet and greenery. It was a 10 minute stroll to the beach. Sitting on the wooden deck, we listened to the sounds of the Atlantic Ocean while enjoying the gentle breeze. The pictures of the house were very accurate. The house was clean and stocked with everything we needed: towels, soap, shampoo, kitchen utensils and even a coffee machine and a teapot. The owner was prompt in answering questions and suggesting restaurants. He gave great directions and information about the house and was very easy to work with. All in all, it was a delightful vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Justin V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location - That's about it
While this was the best priced house for the size in the area it was clear why. We understood it was going to be more of a beach cottage than anything fancy but we expected it to at least be clean. We had to clean countertops and wash the sheets upon our arrival. Floors and bathrooms were not clean either. Cleanliness is something that is easily managed. Maybe a new cleaning service is needed? The house isn't very well maintained either (rotted wood) but at least keeping it clean should easy. All that said, it is a great location so if you are looking for something cheap with multiple bedrooms go for it - just be aware it isn't clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

2/10 Terrible

Lisa N.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good location, disappointing house.
The house is dirty and tired. It appears very little has been done to maintain the property; the kitchen cabinets are pulling away from the wall. Our first trip to IGA in Montauk was to buy ant traps and a broom. The pictures of the rooms in the house are close to accurate, but it’s worth wondering why there aren’t any photos of the bathrooms. They are outdated and have mold and mildew on the walls and in the showers. The cleaning service must spend most of their time on laundry and not enough cleaning the house between tenants. The listing suggests the house has air conditioning; it does, only on the main level, not where the bedrooms are located.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Madison S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and space, property could use an upgrade
First and foremost, for a pet friendly property in Montauk you won't find a better space or price. Having my pup along for the ride this year was fantastic and easy access to the beach with him made the trip! The space in general is beautiful with wrap around decks, a private yard, and the upside down floor plan is great for guest entertaining and privacy. My main caution is that the home could use a lot of tending to. While the two main bathrooms were recently redone, the rest of the house left some to be desired. Our reservation was in September, so clearly summer came and went and the house took a beating. The kitchen was super outdated with crooked cabinets on the wall, a missing drawer, and the island wasn't secure to the base of cabinets. Nearly none of the outlets in the home were tight enough to support the weight of a phone charger and only 2 light switches in the bottom floor were connected to lights. While big, the kitchen lacked some basic needs like oven mits and more than the 6 forks. Overall the property seemed dusted but definitely not deep cleaned. We found swept debris in almost every corner and general build up of dust throughout the home - on windows, fans, baseboards, etc. One of the chairs in the living room (which is white) was filthy and stained and seemed like it should go in the trash or at least have a cover on it. The landscaping was too overgrown to access the outdoor shower and the trash cans from the driveway. On our last day, landscapers came and it was a shame to see a completely different access point now available. One bedroom had a leak over the sliding door which caused the floors to get soaked during the rain. This occurred as soon as we arrived, it took 3 days to get a reply from the host, only to find out it had been like that previously and to get it fixed would require us to endure construction while we were on vacation (we opted not). Lastly, the walk to the beach entrance could be about 5 minutes, but it requires steps down to the beach which may be a problem for younger, older and/or less abled guests. The walk to the beach is all downhill from the house, which means the walk home is up stairs and uphill, so I'd say it's more like a 10 minute stroll for a healthy person. All in all, I'd recommend, but definitely will manage expectations around needed updates and cleanliness next time.
Stayed 23 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Penny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visit to Montauk
Lovely place, great location, with very nice accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in Montauk!
Simple but lovely house in Montauk! The upside down format and deck are amazing - as were the newly updated bathrooms. Sean responded promptly to any concerns and the location cannot be beat! We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back!
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Weekend Stay
The property was the perfect size for 7 people to enjoy comfortably, with more than enough bed space and bathrooms. The walk to the beach is no more than 5 minutes, and the limited ocean view form the upper deck of the house a wonderful surprise that made for a tranquil stay. I am very satisfied with the location and amenities of the home for its affordable price, and would definitely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Overall great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Montauk home close to ocean beach
My wife, two adult daughters and I thoroughly enjoyed our week here. The home has a spacious open-plan upper level with a well-appointed kitchen and modern appliances and a large central island with stool seating; a comfortable seating area around a large cocktail table and a large flat-screen TV; and a dining area that would seat six people comfortably. There is also a half-bath on this level. There are four bedrooms and 2 recently renovated baths on the lower level with space to sleep eight comfortably. Decking wraps around three sides of the house, with a gas grill, deck chairs and two seating areas upstairs and access to the lower covered deck from 3 of the 4 bedrooms. The location is perfect for exploring Eastern Long Island. It's a short walk to the ocean beach, a short drive to Montauk's town center, and close to a number of state parks with beaches and trails for hiking (be aware that tiny deer ticks are prevalent in some of these areas). Driving a little further will take you to the Main Street areas of nearby towns of The Hamptons, with their shopping and dining areas. We also went across Shelter Island via 2 ferries to visit the North Fork and Greenport for a day. All in all, this is a great place to enjoy a beach vacation. It is also pet-friendly. The owner, Sean, was readily available by phone and text during our stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jewel in Montauk
Stayed Thanksgiving week thru the new year, and had an amazing and memorable holiday season!! Kitchen is set up perfectly to cook for an army and serve them as well. The decks provided spectacular views of sunrises and sunsets. Will definitely try and stay here again, the owner was accommodating, excellent communicator and allowed us privacy - will do business again any day! Thanks again for the memories, see ya soon!
Stayed 35 nights in Nov 2019

About the host

Hosted by Sean Sweeney

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I have lived in downtown Manhattan most of my life, but I grew up in Brooklyn, where my father worked at a famous, old private club there, the Montauk Club. So as a child, Montauk was special to me.

In college, my pals and I would drive out to Montauk for a weekend. Back then it was very quiet.

My first love worked a summer job at nearby Guerney’s Inn and it was in Montauk where we fell in love.

I took my PADI scuba test - and passed - in Montauk’s Fort Pond Bay.

A few years later, a friend let me use his house in Montauk when he was away for a while and that is when I realized what a really great place Montauk is.

So I bought the house in 1993 and enjoy it for myself, renting it out when I take the notion. It is my second home and I treat it with the utmost care and attention. If something needs fixing, I take care of it immediately.

Why they chose this property

With its private beach, hilly terrain, wooded feeling, and quiet family atmosphere, Hither Hills is undeniably the most sought-after neighborhood in Montauk. It is close enough to town to walk to, but far enough to keep the crowds away. So there is where I looked to spend my summer.

The house I own - 22 Bryan Road - was the first house the first real-estate broker showed me, figuring to show the best first. But I demurred and consulted several brokers who showed me some 51 other houses over a period of two months. I wanted the best and spent a lot of time looking for it.

But it was clear after such an exhaustive search that 22 Bryan Road was the place to own. So I bought the house and have no regrets after 29 fabulous years.

What makes this property unique

The house is modern but, being all wood, has a beachy feel to it.

Not only is the outside wood frame, but the inside walls – both upstairs and downstairs – are all paneled with aromatic pine that hits you every time you enter. Wooden floors complete the warm, woodsy feel of the house.

It is an “upside-down” house, with the large living/dining/cooking area upstairs, offering lots of sun, space and panoramic views. Four bedrooms downstairs provide ample sleeping accommodations. There is never a line at the bathroom, what with two bathrooms downstairs and half a bathroom upstairs.

Partial views of the Atlantic Ocean from the upstairs remind you how close you are to the sea, the surf and the sand. At night, you can even hear the waves hitting the shoreline of the beach.`

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English