The Local Next Door: Bridgehampton with Debbie Loeffler
Corcoran agent and our Local Next Door Debbie Loeffler has lived in Bridgehampton for five years and loved every minute of it. She calls this beachy hamlet “heaven on Earth,” and we spent the day with her to find out why.
The Golden Pear is a Hamptons classic that serves exceptional breakfasts, lunches, bakery items, coffee, and offers catering. Open seven days a week from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. 2426 Montauk Highway, Bridgehampton; 631.537.1100
Blow is the Hamptons’ only full service blow-dry salon, offering everything from nails and hair to shopping for designer cashmere, jewelry, and art. Open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 2422 Main Street, Bridgehampton; 631.537.8000
Wolffer Estate has been producing premium and quality wines, ciders, and spirits since 1988. Hours of operation vary, depending on the season. Visit the website for current hours and a calendar of events. 139 Sagg Road, Sagaponack; 631.537.5106
Round Swamp Farm is a family-run business for 300 years and is now run by the ninth and tenth generations. They are devoted to offering only the best food and great service. Open Wednesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Monday from 8:00 a.m. t0 6:00 p.m. 97 School Street, Bridgehampton; 631.324.4438
Topping Rose House dates to 1842, but owners Bill Campbell and Simon Critchell completely restored the the property in 2010, transforming it into a year-round modern luxury refuge, with a delicious farm-to-table restaurant on the first floor. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Check out the website for hours. 1 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton; 631.537.0870
Almond is a Bridgehampton standard-bearer known for its eclectic menu, which includes dishes as varied as macaroni and cheese to steak tatare. Dinner service starts at 5 pm., seven days a week. 1 Ocean Road, Bridgehampton; 631.537.5665
Highway Restaurant and Bar serves excellent, New American cuisine with global influences. Highway Restaurant and Bar is perfect for any occasion and is open year-round. Open for dinner starting at 5 p.m., seven days a week. 290 Montauk Highway, East Hampton; 631.527.5372
Coastal Home is a furniture and home decor store that captures the feeling of beach living with antiques and new items. Open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 2442 Montauk Highway, Bridgehampton; 631.613.6800