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Town in New York, United States
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Shelter Island is an island and town in Suffolk County in New York. It is between the two forks on Long Island and in total is 6.5 sq miles and was founded by the Sylvester family.
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There is a nice nature preserve that would be a great place to see. It is part of the Nature Conservancy and comprises 1/3 of the island.
Also, there is a huge, well-known rock located at the end of Crescent Beach that was redecorated immediately after 9/11.
Was the site of the Shelter Island Conference on the Foundations of Quantum Mechanics in 1947. Many famous physicists attended, including Oppenheimer and Feynman. A small plaque commemorates the event.
Authentic.
Good food. Wonderful patio. Great place to meet for a drink. Decent people watching. Great place to stay if you're carless. Azaleas.
A real harbor bar. Not fancy.
Simple meals. Nothing fancy.
Rustic food and rooms. Cabins ideal for young families. Wonderful salt pool. Spectacular sunsets.
Lovely place. Perfect for a quiet weekend. Excellent food and service. Superb bartender. Simple but fine accommodations.
You mean the soda fountain?
Fantastic Brooklyn-style pizza.
Organic Mexican stuff
A late night spot near the Pridwin. Be cool.
World Bistro Menu.
20-room seasonal hotel with restaurant, bar and boutique was opened in 1997. Inspired by the Italian and French Rivieras, it offers French bistro cuisine with sunset views overlooking the Peconic Bay.
Good food and absolute peace and quiet in an immaculate old house.
Not your usual video store. Worth a visit or two.
True Value
This is a Toy store for all ages. It has been on Shelter Island for over 60 years.
The main means of getting around on the island is by car. But you may also walk or ride a bike.
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New Haven · Regional · HVN
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