{"id":70484,"date":"2021-07-09T06:24:04","date_gmt":"2021-07-09T10:24:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=70484"},"modified":"2021-07-09T06:24:04","modified_gmt":"2021-07-09T10:24:04","slug":"the-art-of-hospitality-staying-in-the-hamptons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/70484\/the-art-of-hospitality-staying-in-the-hamptons\/","title":{"rendered":"The Art of Hospitality: Staying In The Hamptons"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning When I think about summer, Long Island floods my memories of childhood with lush green gardens. Rich flowering long driveways leading to a glimpse of Gatsby. Glorious classic grand homes. The Hamptons were a place for the rich. Old money. Class and beauty. Staying in the Hamptons wasn\u2019t for everybody.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Years have created an image exchanging that to a culture of seersucker, popped collars, hedge fund ultra-privileged. Celebrity and celebrity watchers.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I would dream of a stay in one of those Inns at the end of one of those long driveways.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Staying in the Hamptons: The Mill House<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surrounded by oversized flowing plants. Waking up to gourmet coffee brought to my dream of a room at precisely the time I required.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Award-winning <a href=\"https:\/\/millhouseinn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mill House<\/a> is exactly that and more.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_70491\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-70491\" style=\"width: 741px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-70491 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/staying-in-the-hamptons.jpg\" alt=\"staying in the hamptons\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-70491\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-70491 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/staying-in-the-hamptons.jpg\" alt=\"staying in the hamptons\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/staying-in-the-hamptons.jpg 741w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/staying-in-the-hamptons-350x230.jpg 350w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/staying-in-the-hamptons-696x456.jpg 696w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/staying-in-the-hamptons-640x420.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/noscript> The Mill House. Photo by Faith Rein<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The charm of the grounds instantly slows down your city mind.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Directly across one of the many Windmills makes this historical Inn hard to miss.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The d\u00e9cor in every room\/suite is unique.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the warm greeting and we were escorted to our suite by <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kenny Berglas, General Manager.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each of the 10 rooms and suites has its own design, d\u00e9cor, and character.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our stay would be in the back house on the second floor.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_70487\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-70487\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-70487 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-hamptons.jpg\" alt=\"the millhouse hamptons\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-70487\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-70487 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-hamptons.jpg\" alt=\"the millhouse hamptons\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-hamptons.jpg 600w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-hamptons-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-hamptons-450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-hamptons-315x420.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript> Our room. Photo by Faith Rein<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>My Favorite: The Spa Bathroom<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The gorgeous two-room suite with a private deck among the treetops.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plush king bed filled with pillows galore.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Behind the French doors was the Living area.&nbsp; Allowing your stress to melt away as you sink into the plush leather sofa or easy chair.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My favorite part of all was the spa bathroom. Spacious shower and oversized tub featuring air jets.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tiny jets of water gently massage while I drift into pure bliss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jason Pollack prints throughout was the perfect touch to remind me of the history of the Hamptons&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety covid restrictions did lock off the use of kitchen essentials in the wet bar but everything you may need is a simple phone call away.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>A Delightful Surprise: Lobster Rolls for Breakfast<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We enjoyed the in-suite breakfast on our deck the next morning while exchanging glances from our visiting squirrels and being serenaded by bird families.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our breakfast arrived the next morning warm and exactly as ordered.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I selected the Omelet with goat cheese prepared with love and a lovely summer salad.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_70486\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-70486\" style=\"width: 741px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-70486 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-breakfast.jpg\" alt=\"the millhouse breakfast\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-70486\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-70486 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-breakfast.jpg\" alt=\"the millhouse breakfast\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-breakfast.jpg 741w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-breakfast-350x230.jpg 350w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-breakfast-696x456.jpg 696w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/the-millhouse-breakfast-640x420.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/noscript> The Omelet. Photo by Faith Rein<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Delightful surprise is Lobster rolls for breakfast. Even more of a surprise you get 2 at a bargain. Yet the best surprise of all is that it is one of the best lobster rolls we\u2019ve had.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along with a large list of international coffee, juice, and pastries the Mill House is proud to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>One of a Kind Personal Assistants<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying in the Hamptons, in a place like the Mill House &#8211; includes a unique service of a Personal Assistant. What stands out with the Mill House Inn is the one-of-a-kind Personal Assistants. Other top hotels have concierges who can arrange for theater tickets or transportation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The team of personal assistants\u2014is not just friendly but goes above and beyond to do whatever it takes to make your stay unforgettable.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_70488\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-70488\" style=\"width: 741px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-70488 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/traveling-in-the-hamptons.jpg\" alt=\"traveling in the hamptons\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-70488\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-70488 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/traveling-in-the-hamptons.jpg\" alt=\"traveling in the hamptons\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/traveling-in-the-hamptons.jpg 741w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/traveling-in-the-hamptons-350x230.jpg 350w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/traveling-in-the-hamptons-696x456.jpg 696w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/traveling-in-the-hamptons-640x420.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/noscript> The Art of Hospitality. Photo by Faith Rein<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our personal assistant Dawn called shortly after we arrived to assure, we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Suggesting dinner locations and making reservations for us. Her eagerness to secure our best experience while staying in East Hampton was outstanding. Becoming a friend wanting the best for her new friends.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mill House Inn stands apart from every other luxury property in the Hamptons\u2014<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They make you feel at home from the lush garden, the beautifully decorated suites to the perfectly prepared breakfast. Above all the customer-centric hospitality shines through the joy and pride the staff has in being part of the Mill House Inn.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A private and intimate experience that is inviting and unpretentious.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thinking of staying in the Hamptons anytime soon?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I highly recommend a stay at the Mill House.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Home away from home.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sylvia &amp; Gary, Proprietors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kenny Berglas, General Manager<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Website<\/strong>: https:\/\/millhouseinn.com\/<\/span><\/p>\n<p>How to get there? Check out our p<a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/nyc-to-the-hamptons\/\">ublic transportation guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Planning When I think about summer, Long Island floods my memories of childhood with lush green gardens. Rich flowering long driveways leading to a glimpse of Gatsby. Glorious classic grand homes. The Hamptons were a place for the rich. Old money. Class and beauty. Staying in the Hamptons wasn\u2019t for everybody. 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