The Bayberry Dunes Beach View House

The Bayberry Dunes House at Watch Hill.

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Quick Facts

Location:

Watch Hill, Fire Island, New York

Tucked away just south of the Watch Hill marina and a short walk from the community of Davis Park, the Bayberry Dunes House offers guests a secluded Fire Island retreat.  

Enjoy a free, public, lifeguarded beach, hikes through the Fire Island High Dune Wilderness, a ranger-guided stroll along the Watch Hill nature trail, an evening of food and music with National Park Service concessionaire partners LoveFINS, and quiet mornings in your own rustic beach house. At the Bayberry Dunes House, there’s something for everyone! 

Booking is available through Recreation.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions 

 

When is the house available? 

Reservations can be made beginning February 1st. Dates can be booked from Mid-May through Columbus Day Weekend in October.

How can I make my reservation?
 
Reservations are available through Recreation.gov.

How much does it cost? 

Peak Season (Mid-June through Labor Day Weekend): $3,870 for a minimum 6-night stay ($645 per night)

Off-Peak (Mid-May through Mid-June & the weekend after Labor Day through Columbus Day Weekend): $2,100 for a minimum 6-night stay ($350 per night)

What is the capacity of the house? 

The house sleeps up to 8 people with two guests sharing each bedroom. 
 

How do I get to the house? 

The house is accessible by ferry or private boat only via the following options: 

• A private vessel docked at a local marina (Watch Hill is the closest; Davis Park is a mile walk on a boardwalk). Docking and utility fees apply.  
• The Watch Hill Ferry – Free parking is available at the Watch Hill Ferry Terminal in Patchogue on Long Island at 150 West Ave., Patchogue, NY 11772. The terminal is also readily accessible by the Long Island Railroad from the nearby Patchogue Train Station. The ferry docks at Watch Hill Marina, which is a short ¼ mile walk to the Bayberry Dunes House.  
• The Davis Park Ferry – Visitors may also choose to travel via the Davis Park Ferry, which is an approximately 1-mile walk by boardwalk from the Bayberry Dunes House. The Davis Park Ferry departs from Long Island, at 80 Brightwood St., Patchogue, NY 11772, and is accessible by vehicle (parking fees apply). 
   

What are the ferry rates? 

Ferry rates may vary. Visitors are encouraged to check before departure on the Davis Park Ferry website.

 

What are the marina rates?
Marina rates vary. Visitors are encouraged to check online before departure.

• Watch Hill: Marina Rates - Watch Hill & Sailors Haven - Fire Island (lovefins.com) 
• Davis Park: Davis Park Marina Rates

Can you describe the house? 

The Bayberry Dunes House is a 4 bedroom 2 bathroom beach house, with all beds and baths on the 1st floor, and a spacious living, dining, and kitchen area on the 2nd floor. The house is not climate controlled (no heat or air conditioning) but has multiple windows on each elevation for ventilation. 

The house is fully furnished. 2 bedrooms are furnished with queen-sized beds, 2 bedrooms are furnished with 2 twin-sized beds each. Pillows are provided. Linens, including sheets and pillowcases, and bath towels are not included.

What amenities are included? 

• A full kitchen with stove/oven, refrigerator, toaster, blender, microwave and coffee pot (drip).  
• Dishes, glassware, mugs, and utensils for up to 8 people.  
• Cookware including pots, pans, baking sheets, cooking utensils. 
• Barbecue with 2 propane tanks, and grill utensils. 
• Hand soap, dish towels, vacuum, and cleaning supplies. 
• Box fans for each bedroom.
   

What other amenities are available nearby? 

LoveFINS concessions at Watch Hill provide both food and beverage for purchase at the marina. LoveFINS also operates a general store, which provides sundry goods to Seashore visitors.  

What activities are available nearby? 

National Park Service Rangers stationed at Watch Hill may offer a variety of guided programs (depending upon staff availability) including seining, nature walks, or kayak tours. See the events calendar for up-to-date information on all Seashore programs or check the Watch Hill Visitor Center upon arrival.

A free lifeguarded beach is available nearby at Watch Hill. Lifeguards operate seasonally and are usually onsite throughout the day from the morning to the mid-afternoon. 

LoveFINS concessionaires at Watch Hill offer food, drink, and entertainment. Live music and other programs often occur on weekends. 

Nearby Davis Park offers additional options for food and drink. 

The Otis Pike Fire Island High Dune Wilderness area, New York’s only federally-designated Wilderness, lies east of Watch Hill and provides opportunities for hiking, wildlife watching, and solitude.
 

Are dogs and other pets allowed? 

Dogs and other pets are not permitted.