Beautiful Shelter Island House

I cannot believe I have neglected to write a review after all these years. Our family loves this house. We cannot stay away. The owner, David, Is wonderful and all our needs are met. It's our home away from home... and we adore it.

The BEST place to stay on Shelter Island. Our family has been going the Rose Cottage for the last 3 years. The owner Dave is a "gem". We have a total of 6 in our family so the house accommodates everyone. I have worked in the restaurant business for many years and thoroughly enjoy the "chef's" commercial kitchen. Everything I need to prepare all meals and baking is on site. I was very impressed with kitchen on my first arrival. There is so much to do on Shelter Island and my children look forward to going every year. Book early and you won't be dissapointed....

Our family, including a toddler and an infant, had a wonderful week at Rose Cottage. The owner goes out of his way to make sure your stay at Rose Cottage is a true vacation. Shelter Island was a great place to explore, and such easy access to the North and South Forks of Long Island for day trips.

We loved our stay at Rose Cottage. The property is so lovely. We made good use of the porches, rocking chairs and hammock. Delightful in the mornings to enjoy coffee and breakfast, wonderful in the evenings to gaze at the fireflies and stars, and at all times of day we were on the lookout for deer, chipmunks and rabbits. The whole house is a delight, the kids particularly loved the third floor bedroom and the library in the loft. Susan the housekeeper is incredibly helpful and accessible. Overall a very relaxing get away!

The house is beautifully decorated and the grounds lovely. Our family of 4 with a small dog had comfort and privacy. It's been a dream of my daughter's to stay in a bedroom with a cupola--and her dream came true! This was among the best equipped kitchens we've seen. We had intended to go out to dinner, but found the kitchen, along with the gas grill and the beautiful porch, too tempting to give up, so made fabulous meals and ate in. David was very helpful. We wanted to canoe, but didn't have a rack on our car, so he moved it for us to the water's edge. Two nice bicycles are also provided at the house. Did I add that there is a screened in porch, open porch with rockers, and a working fireplace?? We were so sad to leave--we would definitely love to go back!!

Our family was on Shelter Island for a wedding and Rose Cottage was very close to the Ram's Head Inn where it was held. The owner, David, was so accommodating with our needs. The kitchen is well stocked with an amazing assortment of dishes, pans, and spices. Also, there is a large lawn for children to run and play. We hope to return to the island someday and would definitely stay at Rose Cottage again.

Our family had a wonderful much needed retreat at this lovely property. We spent a lot of time cooking meals in the beautiful kitchen, eating on the enclosed porch, and enjoying the outdoors. David gave us good suggestions of nearby activities. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! We would love to stay again.

We had a lovely time and the house was perfect for reconnecting with family. Lots of space and beautifully furnished. Would definetly stay here again.