This cottage is such a peaceful getaway with the sound of the water lapping on the shore and beautiful views every way you look. It's a rustic but well maintained cottage on your own private beach, with the very responsive host right across the street in case you have any questions. We rented bikes for the week from Dan's Bike Rental and they drop off and pick up the bikes whenever you want. I highly recommend this; it's the best way to check out all the beautiful scenery and beaches that Orient has to offer. The kitchen is small but well equipped with everything you'd need to cook and serve any meal. There is also a small grill outside. The master bedroom was our favorite spot in the house. The bed faces the balcony overlooking the beach, so get ready to be lulled to sleep with the lovely breeze and beach sounds.

This cottage is such a peaceful getaway with the sound of the water lapping on the shore and beautiful views every way you look. It's a rustic but well maintained cottage on your own private beach, with the very responsive host right across the street in case you have any questions. We rented bikes for the week from Dan's Bike Rental and they drop off and pick up the bikes whenever you want. I highly recommend this; it's the best way to check out all the beautiful scenery and beaches that Orient has to offer. The kitchen is small but well equipped with everything you'd need to cook and serve any meal. There is also a small grill outside. The master bedroom was our favorite spot in the house. The bed faces the balcony overlooking the beach, so get ready to be lulled to sleep with the lovely breeze and beach sounds.

My wife, our friends and I had a really wonderful time at the bayside cottage. It was the perfect escape from the city—quiet, pleasant, peaceful. Tim was very kind and easy to communicate with. Though the weather in April was surprisingly nice, the wood stove was appreciated for the cooler mornings and evenings. Some of the furniture and decor is a bit older and worn, but for me that was part of the comfortable charm. I am hoping we can return again soon.

My wife, our friends and I had a really wonderful time at the bayside cottage. It was the perfect escape from the city—quiet, pleasant, peaceful. Tim was very kind and easy to communicate with. Though the weather in April was surprisingly nice, the wood stove was appreciated for the cooler mornings and evenings. Some of the furniture and decor is a bit older and worn, but for me that was part of the comfortable charm. I am hoping we can return again soon.

The location of this modest cottage directly on the bay is spectacular- with breathtaking sunsets. Its an outside place with a huge covered porch - The town is simple and lovely. Owner of the property is always accommodating and quick to respond. The interior is very basic with everything you need in the kitchen and good beds and linens.

Tim is a great host and very close to the rental cottage for easy communication and a warm welcome. The house was built in 1887 so your expectations must be adjusted for the reality of some minor limitations (bathrooms were dated, but there were TWO!!!). We don't look for luxe accommodations, so it suited our tastes well. If you want sleek and new, look elsewhere. That is not a knock, just preference. Orient is all about old beachtown charm. We didn't have many needs besides beds, wifi, and access to the beach. We got that plus the charm of a nice home, and the best bay view. I don't think I've ever woken up to the sound of waves, even in my travels to tropical places. The weather was just right to leave the doors open at night and enjoy the air. (there is A/C if you need it). My recommendation for families is that if you are going to stay for more than a day or two, bring your own kitchen spices etc to cook with. There are the essentials (plates, coffee maker/grinder, large fridge/freezer), but bring anything else you need beyond salt and pepper. I like to cook a lot so it wasn't a problem to run to the IGA 15 minutes away and get whatever I needed. I used the grill a lot and also the stove. Tim was wonderful to chat with and we hope to be back next year.

Tim is a great host and very close to the rental cottage for easy communication and a warm welcome. The house was built in 1887 so your expectations must be adjusted for the reality of some minor limitations (bathrooms were dated, but there were TWO!!!). We don't look for luxe accommodations, so it suited our tastes well. If you want sleek and new, look elsewhere. That is not a knock, just preference. Orient is all about old beachtown charm. We didn't have many needs besides beds, wifi, and access to the beach. We got that plus the charm of a nice home, and the best bay view. I don't think I've ever woken up to the sound of waves, even in my travels to tropical places. The weather was just right to leave the doors open at night and enjoy the air. (there is A/C if you need it). My recommendation for families is that if you are going to stay for more than a day or two, bring your own kitchen spices etc to cook with. There are the essentials (plates, coffee maker/grinder, large fridge/freezer), but bring anything else you need beyond salt and pepper. I like to cook a lot so it wasn't a problem to run to the IGA 15 minutes away and get whatever I needed. I used the grill a lot and also the stove. Tim was wonderful to chat with and we hope to be back next year.

Exactly what I was looking for in a beach cottage. Can’t wait to return.

Semi rustic, cottage with historic roots. Provides excellent water scenery, pleasant breeze with that classic, open water smell.

This cottage was perfect for our small group (two couples and one toddler). The location can’t be improved upon, and the cottage was as charming as possible. Bring sunscreen because if the weather is even halfway decent you’re going to want to be outside most of the time, enjoying the view....

Five of our family stayed here for most of a week in mid-springtime. If you are familiar with the Long Island Southold, Greenport Harbor area, you know that Orient is close by these but in a quieter area nearer the end of the North Fork. This gives it a very nice balance of peace and calm and with easy access to things to do. When we were at the cottage, we enjoyed the bay view and breeze, sounds of waves and birds and some glorious sunsets from the porch. Osprey where frequent flyers by the bay. Bayside Cottage is on the beach and has no immediate neighbor house on one side, helps with the feeling of a place just for you. A short walk down the street brings you to the Orient Country Store for easy breakfast or tasty lunch sandwiches and salads. Don't miss some of their selection of house made cookies for desert. We enjoyed the attractions of the area for oysters (Little Creek Oyster Farm); clams, fresh fish, oysters and IGA bought onion rolls filled seafood salad (shrimp-crab-lobster) from Southold Seafood Market, good times beer and food at Greenport Harbor Brewery (Southold), and tastings at a select few of the many excellent local wineries. Nearby nature preserves we visited included Orient Point State Park and Mashomack Preserve. The latter features a system of trials with viewing of wildlife and local flora (labelled for your interest). Tim, our host, was very helpful and likeable, easily accessible whenever we needed something, more of a friend than a host in the way we were treated. I'd like to go back to Bayside Cottage for my next visit to the North Fork area just to see the sunsets again.

We had a great time in this charming cottage. The owner was so unbelievably accommodating! Beautiful location!

It had a very beachy feel. Not luxury but comfortable. It was right on the water with a beautiful deck at the side of the house. Plenty of chairs to sit and enjoy the view. The bedrooms were roomy enough. The bathrooms could stand an upgrade but they were clean.

We loved Bayside Cottage, we came here for a weekend fishing trip for my husbands birthday and had a great time. Wood burner was a plus!. Owner was very nice and accommodating also. We cant wait to come back to Orient.

My family and 4 freinds all had a great time exploring and golfing some very nice golf courses in the area! Great place to stay no complaints at all!