Closed for the season! Though many places along the North Fork go into hibernation during the winter months there is still plenty to do, with no crowds and lots of personal attention. Here are some of our favorites.
10 Reasons to Love the North Fork When It's Cold
1. Stroll along windswept beaches
2. A foamy latte and porridge at the Love Lane Kitchen
3. Scenic drives through sleepy villages
4. A horseback ride at dusk
5. Cheese samplings and fondu dipping at the Village Cheese Shop
6. Barn spotting
7. A bottle of Cabernet Franc
8. A steaming bowl of potato-leek soup with bacon at the North Fork Table & Inn
9. Stargazing at the Custer Institute observatory
10. A game of Scrabble in front of the fire at the Shinn Estate Farmhouse