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Ahhh, summer in the Hamptons… Synonymous with overbearing wealth, lavish parties \u00e0-la-Gatsby, private Jetiquette<\/a> and general life envy\u2014 there’s no denying that we all want a piece of it. But with traffic jams longer than Gisele’s legs and celebrity sightings more frequent than Miley Cyrus’s boob’s, it’s paramount to brush up on local knowledge ahead to fully enjoy this prized piece of paradise.<\/p>\n Once you’ve overdosed on opulence and one-too-many ros\u00e9s on the lawn in the Hamptons, Uber your way to Montauk’s surfing shores and metamorphose into a sophisticated hippie. Here is a guide of our best spots to see… and be seen!<\/p>\n Feel like you’re staying at a nautical summer camp at the Ruschmeyer’s: cabin-inspired guestrooms, picnic tables, beach cruisers, hammocks and all… Play ping pong at sunset in their outdoor Rum Bar and dance the night away at the Electric Eel on weekends.<\/p>\n 161 Second House Road \u2022 Montauk, NY 11954 \u2022 631-668-2877 | www.chelseahotels.com<\/a><\/p>\n Quiet wellness hideaway on weekdays turned wild sophisticated bohemian beach club on weekends. Bump shoulders with local artists, fishermen or surfers and travellers from around the world at this mystical boho-chic institution.<\/p>\n 183 EDGEMERE STREET, MONTAUK, NY 11954 | 631-483-5037 | thesurflodge.com<\/a><\/p>\n Never mind that guest rooms look like they were sponsored by Restoration Hardware, the Montauk Beach House is only a stone’s throw away from the beach and the Main Street action. Grab a Stumptown Coffee and croissant at their No. 50 caf\u00e9 in the morning, then frolic poolside while sipping on signature cocktails and tapping your feet to the beats of the DJ on deck.<\/p>\n 55 South Elmwood ave, Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-2112 | thembh.com<\/a><\/p>\n Travel back to the 1970’s at the Crow’s Nest Inn, tucked away near the surf beach of Ditch Plains. Bathe in apothecary toiletries, order a ros\u00e9-and-a-blanket for lounging on the lawn and dine organic at their top-rated hipsterified restaurant.<\/p>\n 4 Old West Lake Dr, Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-2077 | crowsnestmtk.com<\/a><\/p>\n Treat yourself to an unabashedly French d\u00e9jeuner at this St. Barth-meets-Cap d’Antibes institution in Bridgehampton, or order a homemade lemonade and fresh croissants from their p\u00e2tisserie, en fran\u00e7ais s.v.p.<\/p>\n 2468 Main Street, Bridgehampton, NY | 631-537-5110 | pierresbridgehampton.com<\/a><\/p>\n For a sure-fire way in to Montauk’s hottest nightlife destination, book a table (well in advance) at The Surf Lodge’s Aussie-themed Byron restaurant and indulge in a delectable crab spaghetti before dancing the night away\u2014 toes in the sand (or on the table)\u2014 to a remixed Summertime Sadness.<\/p>\n 183 EDGEMERE STREET, MONTAUK, NY 11954 | 631-483-5037 | thesurflodge.com<\/a><\/p>\n Lobster sliders and fried clams is where it’s at in South Edison’s informal dining room. The farm-to-table (or in this case ocean-to-table) fare will leave you satiated. Once you’ve polished your plate, take 50 steps south for Montauk-famous bond fires on the beach.<\/p>\n 7 S Edison St. Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-4200 | southedison.com<\/a><\/p>\n Just trust me on this one: find yourself a comfortable spot on 668’s terrace and order a Corona and a serving (or two) of their famous tuna taquitos. I frequently dream about them at night.<\/p>\n 782 Main Street, Montauk, NY 11954 | (631)668-2727 | 668thegigshack.com<\/a><\/p>\n Redefine the meaning of “beachside snack bar” with this Airstream-outfitted mobile kitchen. TURF caters to Ditch Plain’s eccentric community daily by serving locally sourced dishes ranging from lobster rolls on split top buns with Cape Cod chips to watermelon salads with purple basil, feta and aged balsamic.<\/p>\n Located in the \u201cDirt Lot\u201d at Ditch Plains Beach, Montauk | www.andturf.com<\/a><\/p>\n For lavishly priced picnic baskets, look no further than your local food concierge\u2014 South Fork & Spoon. From a romantic lobster dinner for two (served with a fresh flower bouquet and sides thank you very much) to a ready-to-cook poolside Bar-B-Que for four\u2014 there’s a little something for everyone (with means). For a premium, they’ll even do your groceries and stock your bar.<\/p>\n Bridgehampton, New York | 646.455.0837 | southforkandspoon.com<\/a><\/p>\n Any decor lover who’s ever shopped Serena & Lily<\/a> online are required a pit-stop to the S&L beach market in Wainscott. Beyond their regular offerings, grab exclusive accessories, beach toys and artwork stemming from collaborations with local emerging artists.<\/p>\n serenaandlily.com<\/a><\/p>\n My love affair with lemlem tunics<\/a> started at the Surf Lodge’s beach shop. To fit in with Montauk’s sartorial crowds, invest in a designer kaftan, a baja sweater and a crochet bikini before hitting the surf.<\/p>\n 183 South Edgemere St, Montauk NY 11954 | (631) 668-1035 | thesurfbazaar.com<\/a><\/p>\n You guessed it, this place monograms. Everything. This preppy establishment will stitch and etch your initials on every beach bag, bedside carafe and tissue box cover faster than you could spell M.O.N.O.G.R.A.M.<\/p>\n 7 Newtown Lane, East Hampton , NY 11937 | 631 329 3379 | themonogramshops.com<\/a><\/p>\n MONC XIII is the meticulously curated 2,400-square-foot emporium of Natasha Esch and husband Matt Coffin. Go for the eye-candy\u2014 that’s unless you’re willing to fork out $13,800 on a Midcentury Italian Flushmount Chandelier.<\/p>\n 40 Madison Street, Sag Harbor, New York 11963 | (631) 808-3333 | monc13.com<\/a><\/p>\n Anyone who’s a fan of Aerin, the Est\u00e9e Lauder heiress and style director, will revel in the beauty her Southampton eponymous store. Jewelry, cosmetics and home decor products from her namesake collection sit among a selection of curated offerings ranging from Rolex watches to vintage straw hats.<\/p>\n 83 Main Street, Southampton, New York | 631.353.3773 | www.aerin.com<\/a><\/p>\n Moor your boat on this lively St. Tropez-esque stretch of sand and sip ros\u00e9 at sunset with your bare feet solidly anchored in the sand, thanks to French restauranteur Andr\u00e9 Balazs.<\/p>\n 35 Shore Road Shelter Island, Long Island, NY 11965 | (631) 749-2001 | sunsetbeachli.com<\/a><\/p>\n Throw on a pair of shredded jean shorts<\/a>, an ironic cropped Motorhead tank, mirrored aviators<\/a> and your trustedBirkenstocks<\/a> and “Get your Sloppy on”. Such is the motto of Montauk’s only oceanfront bar, where day-drinking is more synonymous with ripping tequila shots than sipping ros\u00e9 on the lawn.<\/p>\n 148 Emerson Avenue, Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-647-8000 | thesloppytuna.com<\/a><\/p>\n Get your savasana on during W\u00f6lffer’s Yoga in the Vines sessions; study for your Master of Wine during their Wine Education Wednesdays; or watch the sun go down on the rolling vineyard views on weekends as you sip\u2014 you guessed it\u2014 ros\u00e9 on the lawn.<\/p>\n 3312 Montauk Highway, Sagaponack, NY 11962 | 631-537-5106 | wolffer.com<\/a><\/p>\n The newbie on the block around Montauk Harbor serves intriguing sea-inspired offerings (drunken lobster flamb\u00e9ed in whiskey anyone?) and mixology cocktails to the grooves of house DJs.<\/p>\n 440 West Lake Drive, Montauk, New York 11954 | 631-668-8260 | theharbormtk.com<\/a><\/p>\n For serious decor aficionados, the Hampton Designer Showhouse\u2014 co-chaired by famed designers Mario Buatta, Jamie Drake and Alexa Hampton\u2014 is set in a dream-worthy estate in Bridgehampton. Feel better about forking out the $35 entry fee knowing that you’re benefitting the Southampton Hospital, and bask in the glory of 20-something rooms designed by names such as India Hicks, Katie Leede and Phoebe Howard.<\/p>\n![\"Download](\"http:\/\/blog.damasketdentelle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dwl-takeaway.jpg\" "\\"T\u00e9l\u00e9chargez")
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<\/p>\nRuschmeyer’s<\/a><\/h3>\n
The Surf Lodge<\/a><\/h3>\n
The Montauk Beach House<\/a><\/h3>\n
The Crow’s Nest Inn<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nPierre’s<\/a><\/h3>\n
Byron<\/a><\/h3>\n
South Edison<\/a><\/h3>\n
668 Gig Shack<\/a><\/h3>\n
Turf @ Ditch Plains<\/a><\/h3>\n
South Fork & Spoon Picnic Baskets<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nSerena & Lily<\/a><\/h3>\n
Surf Bazaar<\/a><\/h3>\n
The Monogram Shop<\/a><\/h3>\n
Monc XIII<\/a><\/h3>\n
Aerin<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nSunset Beach<\/a><\/h3>\n
Sloppy Tuna<\/a><\/h3>\n
W\u00f6lffer Wine Stand<\/a><\/h3>\n
The Harbor Raw Bar & Lounge<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nHampton Designer Showhouse<\/a><\/h3>\n