Gone Local

I had a great time in Amagansett, and came across a really cool store: GONE LOCAL. The owner, Susan Seitz-Kulick, makes 70% of the items in the store herself (that's a lot!).

I will admit, I heart small businesses, and naturally, I had a fabulous time poking about in Susan's store. She has a little bit of everything in there, for everyone's taste, and everyone's budget, which is pretty cool. Many of her items are creatively displayed in wicker baskets and vintage beach pails, which adds to the funky atmosphere.

I wound up leaving with some Hampton Basics Kiwi soap, that came in handy following a trip to the beach (I used it for washing shells!). Some people go to garage sales and estate sales when they seek undiscovered treasures: I hit the beach. You can find some interesting stuff, from shells, to driftwood, to you never know what. Nature's best fire sale, and the price is always recession-friendly.

My most recent trip uncovered a number of shells, some beach glass, and a few items just too large for me to drag home! Probably a good thing in the long run. I have no idea what I will use these shells for, but, I'm always thinking...and whatever I can't think of Susan will be sure to have in her fun store! Thanks again Susan!

Calling All Flip Flops!

The amazing weather this past weekend proves that summer is on it's way! Yes, for the first time this year, my toes braved the great outdoors yesterday, donning flip flops. Flip flops are a critical beach accessory, and with so many designers cranking out stylish thongs you will make it through summer 2010 looking hot (and haute). I will admit, I am a a shoe junkie (as well as a beach bunny), and I had this pair of sandals handmade in Capri, Italy. I do my best to visit beaches both in and out of the Hamptons, and if you want to feel like Sophia Loren, the place to go is Capri. With its fabulous beach clubs and private relax boats to help you explore the island, Capri will take you on a fantasy voyage. Travel to the top of the hill in Anacapri and get yourself some handmade sandals to fit your feet exactly. Sophia would approve!

Movin' on Out...to the East End

Closing Day was Friday, March 12, and when it was over, we celebrated with a toast at Deks in Rocky Point, NY. From there, the drive out east began-- I've always loved that trip, winding through the many villages and hamlets of the Hamptons. You first cut through Riverhead (filled with pretty farmland), and head toward the Hampton Bays, next passing through Southampton, Bridgehampton, East Hampton and Amagansett as you make your way across the south fork. There are a number of interesting shops, windmills, and vineyards to keep you company along the way.
The rain was a bit rough on friday's drive, but the roughest part was arriving at my new destination (full of excitement) sticking my key in the door and realizing that the electricity was turned off...of course! No electric, no heat, just a car full of stuff to move in and a bottle of champagne waiting in the fridge from the kind sellers of the property. My real estate company, Atlantic Beach Realty Group (Thank You MaryAnn!) was amazing through this whole process, and once again came through to make sure I did not freeze through the night! They provided a room at the Montauk Manor, and we were able to move in bits and pieces to bring the beach house to life the next day. These pictures are just a few of many to come as we prepare for an amazing summer season!

Welcome!

Welcome to the official blog for The Blue Gull Beach House, located in Montauk, NY! I've created this blog to provide information to those who wish to rent my home, to share my adventures in the Hamptons (and out of the Hamptons), and to showcase my photography. Thanks for stopping by!