Location's amenities:
A 2 to 2 1/2 hour drive from Manhattan, Shelter Island is protected from the hectic mainland life by its ferry boat access-only, by car. Our shoreline contains many public beaches, where parking is by permit only. Permits are available at Shelter Island Town Hall, where shell-fishing permits are also available. Rental boats are available at Port of Egypt in Southold. Dock and mooring space is by reservation at Coecle's Harbor Marina. A public 18 hole golf course is located within easy distance of this rental home, as is a wonderful nature area for various distance walks. Numerous restaurants offer a variety of specialties. The diligent large police force is widely known for its intolerance of drunk driving. This asset plus year-rounders' hard work makes the island safe while friendly. There is a swimming pool one may join for short terms. There are public tennis courts for use by the hour and for a small fee.