I was on a long search for an affordable accommodation on the North Fork mostly because I waited too long to decide what to do for my birthday. But you know what? I'm grateful for the scavenger hunt because then I probably wouldn't have stumbled upon the Cozy Cottage.
Let me tell you all about Ms. Deborah!!! An absolute angel from above! From the moment my reservation was confirmed, we were in constant communication. If I had a question, there was a prompt and thorough response. When I needed to adjust my reservation from 1 guest to 2 guests, it was not a problem and no upcharge (this was done a week in advance). When asked for recommendations on non-resident-friendly beaches and seafood restaurants, Deborah basically drafted a 1-pager and included information that I honestly didn't bother to ask for because I didn't want to trouble her with more questions. Like, what in the hospitality?! Please note that I have not stepped foot on the property at this point. I was a bit weary about staying in a cottage on a farm but the correspondence alone made me feel reassured that I would be taken care of.
Moving on to the cottage itself.
OH MY GOD! I was having an out-of-body HGTV experience. The color scheme, the furniture, the appliances, the textures, the ceiling, the natural light! This cottage is stunning from top to bottom. The pictures online are accurate but I personally think the cottage is even more beautiful in person. It's quite spacious and serene so if you find yourself sitting in the living area in awe, it's normal (lol). The living room couch is super comfy, the TV works perfectly, and you don't have to worry about spotty WiFi here. The fridge is clean and super spacious and the kitchen is well equipped with utensils for cooking, eating, and drinking. Crawl into bed and you'll immediately begin to drift away. I loved how we were able to maintain privacy while also being proximal to the vineyards and wineries, beaches, and other North Fork attractions. We had a fabulous experience at the Cozy Cottage under Deborah's care and we plan to be back!!!