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Main Beach

A pristine, award-winning beach offering soft sand, lifeguards, and upscale amenities in a serene setting.

Located at 104 Ocean Avenue, Main Beach is East Hampton’s premier beach destination, consistently ranked among the top beaches in the U.S.Known for its wide, clean shoreline and gentle surf, it’s ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and leisurely walks along the Atlantic. The beach boasts a full-service pavilion with restrooms, showers, lockers, and a snack bar, enhancing the comfort of your visit. Lifeguards are on duty daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM during the summer season, ensuring a safe environment for all guests. Parking is available for non-residents at $50 per day via the ParkMobile app from May 15 to September 15. Additionally, the Hamptons Circuit offers a free shuttle service from downtown East Hampton to the beach, providing convenient access without the hassle of parking.

Enhance your beach getaway with a stay at one of these Luxury Beach Getaway properties nearby:

Classic Southampton Home: Spacious 5BR estate with pool and jacuzzi—perfect for post-beach relaxation.
Peaceful Southampton Studio Getaway: Cozy studio retreat ideal for a restful end to your beach day.
Southampton Lake Home: Lakeside property offering serene, private waterfront ambiance.
Sweet Retreat: Elegant home with private pool and outdoor jacuzzi near the beach.
East Hampton Retreat: Heated pool, BBQ, and a home office for relaxed luxury living close to the beach.

Suffolk County, NY 11937, US

(631) 324-0074

http://www.easthamptonvillage.org/beaches.htm

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Shinnecock Hills Golf Club

Shinnecock is laid out utilizing the natural topography of the Shinnecock Hills, and resembles a number of the courses on the British Isles. It has long been recognized as one of the top courses of the world, and has been the scene of notable U.S.G.A. events since its beginning. These include the second U.S. Open Championship and U.S. Amateur in 1896, the Women’s Amateur in 1900, and the Walker Cup Match in 1977. The U.S. Open Championship was held at Shinnecock again in 1986, and in 1995 for the 100th anniversary of the Open, and again in 2004 and 2018. The 2026 U.S. Open Championship will be held at Shinnecock. The course is generally not open to the public.

Featured Luxury Beach Getaway Rentals in Southampton

1. Sprawling Southampton Home Private Pool

Located in Southampton.
Features: private pool, pet-friendly, game room (ping-pong table), lots of amenities.
Nearby attractions list from property: includes “Shinnecock Lobster Factory (2.4 miles)” — relevant as a local landmark.
Why this one works: Large home, great for groups, within Southampton giving good access to the tournament venue and Hamptons amenities.