Cozy City Island Cottage

City Island is a small community at the edge of New York City just beyond Pelham Bay Park in the Bronx and surrounded by the waters of the Long Island Sound and Eastchester Bay. Enjoy the water views and seafood restaurants or nearby Orchard Beach. Completely private cozy little cottage with an open floor plan and a queen size murphy bed. There is newly remodeled bathroom, eat in kitchen, large fenced in yard, perfect for BBQ's or sitting under the full grown apple tree. The living room has lots of windows and a partial view of the sound and Manhattan. There are two bikes available for use. The location is walking distance to many of the islands best eateries, bars, Nautical Museum, and historic City Island Cemetery . Beautiful Pelham Park is close by, where you can enjoy the boardwalk at Orchard Beach or hike and bike the many trails. Fishing charters also available. Enjoyable get away any time of the year. You will forget you are even in the Bronx, and be transported to New England. City Island is a hidden gem. This is a whole private house on a charming quiet residential street. You will have use of the large fenced in back yard. Private driveway for one car. I live close by and know the area well if you have any issues or questions. Friendly and helpful neighbors. Quiet street. City Island is famous for it's seafood restaurants both large and small, casual and fancy. The Crab Shanty, Sammy's, The Lobster Box, Portofino's and the Seashore, which also has a large bar with live music on Fridays and boasts a happy hour with drink specials. There are also several other restaurants to choose from that have a variety of offerings. A City Island local favorite is The Black Whale, which also has a sunday bunch, Arties; italain food, Don Coqui, Puerto Rician food, Bistro SK, french, and Ohana with table side hibachi. End your night at Paddy's On The Island, which is always filled with colorful locals and sometimes live music. City Island is a walkable Island. Everything is very close. It is helpful to have a car if you want to venture further off the Island. The city subway system is a bus ride away. The MTA bus service takes approximately 15 minutes from City Island to the Pelham Bay 6 train subway stop. The subway ride into Manhattan from there is approximately 1 hour. There is also a MTA Express bus into Manhattan that runs on a limited schedule from City Island Ave. stops to stops in Manhattan. Please consult the MTA website before booking or email me if you have questions. Please note that it is a 15 minute bus ride to the NYC subway system. Although it is not required to enjoy your stay, having a car is helpful. The house is NOT on the water. You can see the water from the windows in the living/bed room. The beach at the end of the street is for residents of Caroll Street only and gate is locked at times. I do not have a key and can not guarantee access. Orchard Beach in Pelham Bay Park is close by and is a public beach.