One Love Beach

Photos by Joni Rentz

At first glance it may look like a surf shop but it’s actually more than that. Owners Blake and Chris Dowling stock their newly opened shop with stuff that’ll get you moving and enjoying the outdoors. The shop is vibrant with its brightly colored, sleek paddleboards and wakeboards lining the walls, neon colored Penny skateboards, custom colored and adorned bikes, straw bags, surf wear, sunglasses, havianas and wetsuits. Blake and Chris think of it as more than a shop but rather a community, where you can get the latest marine forecast, pick up some equipment, schedule a lesson or rental or simply to hang. The shop will be opened all year where the inventory will evolve with the seasons so stay tuned for snowboards and snowsuits!

211 Main Street | Greenport | onelovebeach.com

North Found Co

Photos by Joni Rentz

North Found Co, a general store of sorts, carries an eclectic array of new and found objects, vintage lighting, haberdashery, woolen blankets even imported Italian olive oils, pasta and sauces. This new arrival to the Fork is a sure winner in our book.

2845 Peconic Lane | Peconic | 631.765.8701 | facebook.com/NorthFoundCo

Vines and Branches

Photos by David Korchin

A new kind of tasting room has opened in the village of Greenport called Vines and Branches. Here you can sample 45 varieties of olive oils and balsamic vinegars from around the globe. Owner Rita Winkler opened her shop to share her passion for her products not only for their flavor but health benefits as well. Added to that there's a nice selection of sea salts, spices and olive oil-based skin-care products. And if you're hungry, sandwiches locally sourced salads and other tasty morsels along with freshly brewed coffee and teas are available and can be enjoyed inside or on the front patio.

110 Front Street | Greenport |  631.477.6800 | vinesandbranches.net

Book Hampton - Sadly CLOSED

Photos by Joni Rentz

If you’re a lover of books, the kind with a cover and pages in-between, then head over to Love Lane in Mattituck where you’ll find the most recent addition to the hood, Book Hampton. It’s comforting to know bookstores like this still exist. Oversized white washed tables proudly showcase the most recent and noteworthy of covers while the stacks house a choice selection ranging from fiction to sci-fi, and everything in between. Put down your e-book and pick up a real book.

50 Love Lane | Mattituck | 631.315.5064 | bookhampton.com

Oysterponds Farm

Photos by David Korchin

Oysterponds Farm, started in 2003, is the creation of the Apostle and Stevenson families, mother, father, daughter and son-in-law. All share in the responsibilities of growing, harvesting and stirring up batches of the best jam on the fork. Only using sustainable methods of farming they produce 6 varieties, Blueberry (their newest addition), Red Raspberry, Strawberry, Blackberry, Golden Raspberry and Black Raspberry which all contain just 3 ingredients: berries, sugar and pectin. Pure and simple. Drive by the farm, located in Orient, Monday thru Saturday and pick up a few jars off their charming farm stand just outside the farms gates. Off season, give them a call. They'll be happy to sell you their wares out of their garage located behind the farm.

24850 Main Rd | Orient | 631.323.2463 | oysterpondsfarm.com

A Scottish Tradition

The Mills family have made sailmaking a family tradition for five generations. And these classic totes haven't changed since the first was produced over 60 years ago. Made from durable duck cloth, water resistant and available in tons of colors makes it easy for one to help carry on with the tradition. From $100-$135. Check out their website or visit their shop in Greenport to see their entire line of canvas bags.

Check out other bags within, The Gear, in the Styl section of this site.

Wm. J. Mills | 74100 W. Front Street | Greenport | 800.477.1535 | shop on line

Material Objects

Photos by Joni Rentz

Located in a restored 1870 farmhouse and filled with beautiful objects, both old and new from around the globe. Upholstered furnishings, old signage, farm tables, armoires as well as a nod to wine related objects. After all, this is the new home for Sherwood House's Tasting Room. (soon to open) Can't think of a better way to treasure hunt than with a glass of Merlot in hand.

1291 Main Road | Jamesport | 917.687.0063

Orient Linen Company

Photo by Joni Rentz

In the village of Orient sits a tiny oasis of linen and cotton. Found amidst sewing machine and bobbins are beautiful throws, quilts, pillow shams, table linens, curtains and totes, all handmade and marked with the emblematic Orient Linen red rooster. With no phone number and no real set hours of operation, finding this gem open is part of its charm!

Village Lane | Orient

Beall & Bell

Photo by David Korchin

We love the aesthetics of this multi-faceted antique store with its great selection of mid-century furniture, flea market finds and farmhouse chic . This is a popular destination so the inventory moves quickly.

430 Main Street | Greenport | 631.477.8239 

White Flower Farmhouse

A charming little antique store that features very affordable painted and hand crafted furniture, old linen, grain sacs, candles, topiary, vintage garden accessories and an array of other flea market finds. The inventory here is always fresh and updated so it always warrants a repeat visit.

53971 Main Rd Rt.25 | Southold | 631.765.2353 | whiteflowerfarmhouse.com

Taste of the North Fork

Photos by Joni Rentz

This tiny shop has been preserving and pickling produce from all the local farm stands in the area. Bottles of North Fork chardonnay have been turned into vinegar, South Fork arugula into pesto as well as an assortment of pickles, jellies, mustards and preserves. Custom made gift baskets available.

53975 Main Rd (Rt 25) | Southold | 631.734.6100 | atasteofthenorthfork.com

Lavender by the Bay

Photos by Joni Rentz

A bit of Provence on the North Fork. This 17 acre farm located in the town of East Marion has been growing lavender for over 15 years. You can pick your own or purchase freshly cut. They also sell plants, sachets and honey from their own bee hives. 

7540 Main Road | East Marion | 631.477.1019 | lavenderbythebay.com