Fire Island Rentals & Hotels
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Situated off the coast of Long Island, New York, Fire Island is a smaller barrier island comprised of several small villages. The island is popularly known as a gay-friendly place but is welcoming and entertaining to families as well. The white sand beaches and lack of cars on the island are also well-known features of Fire Island. When booking a vacation here, make sure to book your hotel or rental home well in advance, as accommodations fill up fast. - The Belvedere Guest House for Men is one of the more popular accommodations. This establishment caters to Fire Island's populous gay community, being centrally located within Cherry Grove. The Belvedere, which is a clothing optional establishment, is modeled after a Venetian palace, with many decorative nods to Greek and Roman culture. There are many different room packages available, with the lowest basic room costing $125 per night during peak season.
Belvedere Guest House for Men
Box 4026
Cherry Grove, Fire Island, NY 11782
(631) 597-6448
belvederefireisland.com - Located in the unofficial capital of Fire Island, Clegg's Hotel offers spacious guest rooms and suites in a central location. Clegg's Hotel also has a studio apartment available for renting that features scenic views of the island. The hotel was founded in 1946 by the Clegg family. Rates for rooms start at $160 a night Sunday through Thursday in the off-season. Package deals are available for weekends, holidays and seasonal months. There are also discounts for senior citizens and groups.
Clegg's Hotel
478 Bayberry Walk
Ocean Beach, Fire Island, NY 11770
(631) 583-9292 or (631) 583-5399
cleggshotel.com - Located in Davis Park on the eastern end of Fire Island, this cottage features two bedrooms and one bathroom. The cottage can accommodate six people. The floor plan of this cottage is open, meaning there are no walls dividing the living spaces. There is a multilevel deck, outdoor bar and gas grill. The cottage is available for renting Mondays through Fridays only, with a minimum stay of 4 nights. Rates begin at $200 per night on the off-season, and $350 a night during peak season.
Lydia Pynn
(631) 563-3674
homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p242441 - The Grove Hotel is the largest hostel on Fire Island, located within the gay-friendly community of Cherry Grove. It is centrally located to the beach, local restaurants, shopping and bars. The hotel features special events for guests, such as free drag shows, theme parties and guest DJs. Rates for the Grove start at $75 a night and increase during peak season.
The Grove Hotel
Box 537
Sayville, Fire Island, NY 11782
(631) 597-6600
grovehotel.com - This oceanfront beach house is located in Robbins Rest, only fifteen yards away from the beach. The house has four bedrooms and can sleep eight people comfortably. There are two bathrooms, a fireplace and an upper balcony to enjoy the view of the beach. The house also features a washer and dryer and an outdoor shower. The home is available from May until September at rates beginning at $2,900 a week.
Ellen Frankel
(212) 865-5188
homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p105345
