Q&A

The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages is located on Shelter Island, New York, a tranquil destination situated between the North Fork and South Fork of Long Island. Easily accessible by water, the hotel is just a quick five‑minute ferry ride from the Hamptons—making it a convenient getaway from popular nearby towns such as Greenport on the North Fork and Sag Harbor on the South Fork. Its central location offers guests seamless access to beaches, wineries, restaurants, and the natural beauty that defines Shelter Island and the surrounding East End.

The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages
81 Shore Rd, Shelter Island, New York 11964

Public transportation to The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages includes both the Hampton Jitney and the Long Island Rail Road.

• Hampton Jitney: Travels from Manhattan to Greenport. The Greenport stop is a short walk from both the North Ferry passenger terminal and the LIRR Greenport station.
• Long Island Rail Road (LIRR): The Ronkonkoma line terminates in Greenport, which is a short walk to the North Ferry.

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The closest major airport to The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages is JFK International Airport. The nearest regional airport is Long Island MacArthur Airport in Ronkonkoma.

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No. Neither the North Ferry nor the South Ferry accepts reservations. Both ferries are cash only and transport vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians.

South Ferry: Located 4 miles from The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages, traveling between North Haven and Shelter Island.

North Ferry: Located 1.5 miles from The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages, traveling between Greenport and Shelter Island.
Tickets are not interchangeable between the two independently operated ferry companies.

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Yes. Both the North Ferry and South Ferry operate 365 days a year, including during poor weather conditions. Additional details are available at northferry.com and southferry.com.

Yes. Pickup from the Shelter Island side of either ferry can be arranged by contacting the front desk at The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages.

Yes. Valet and self‑parking are both available as part of the included resort fee.

Yes. There is a small beach directly in front of the property, with chairs available for guest use depending on the tide. Crescent Beach, a nearby public beach, has a designated swimming area and a lifeguard.

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Yes. The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages features a heated outdoor pool, complete with chairs, towels, and pool attendants serving drinks and seasonal light bites from the Osprey Nest outdoor pool bar.

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Yes. The Pridwin Spa on the lobby level offers a full spa menu, spa showers, men’s and women’s dry saunas, and a co‑ed steam room.

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Yes. The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages offers a fitness center with standalone equipment and weights. No advance reservations are required.

The resort offers pool and beach service (chairs, towels, umbrellas), hiking, biking, lawn games, tennis, pickleball, kayaking, paddleboarding, and private boat rides with snacks and cocktails at an additional cost when weather permits. Live music is available most nights, including weekly performances at The Grove outdoor amphitheater. The Pridwin Concierge can assist with activities and reservations.

The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages offers 33 guest rooms in the main hotel, with a choice of water views or views of the surrounding grounds and woodlands. The property also features 16 private cottages, each with its own layout and character, providing additional space and flexibility for families or small groups.

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Check‑in is at 3:00 PM. Check‑out is at 11:00 AM.

Yes. The main hotel has an elevator that reaches all floors. Cottages with second floors are accessible by stairs only.

Yes. The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages offers dog‑friendly lodging in the Birch Cottages. Availability is limited nightly, and supplemental fees apply.

Yes. A complimentary Deluxe Continental Breakfast is included for all guests.

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The Terrace Restaurant serves a deluxe continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. On Wednesday evenings, the restaurant hosts the outdoor Wednesday Night BBQ in place of regular dinner service.