The Essence of Bridgehampton
Within the Town of Southampton, the hamlet of Bridgehampton has evolved from a 17th-century, English settlement and rural community to a playground for the elite in search of prime water views and large acreage to create their dream properties. Potato fields have given way to organic farms, wineries and horse farms. (The Hampton Classic Horse Show is an annual rite of summer here). Residents also appreciate its central location where country roads avoid NY 27-Montauk Highway, as well as convenient access to a downtown commercial area, health care, and excellent education, including Hayground School and Ross School. To steer the future during this time of demand and growth, the hamlet established a Chamber of Commerce and designated its historic district to preserve the integrity and quality of life for the inviting locale.
Nearby Neighborhoods:
Sagaponack, Water Mill, Sag Harbor
Culture & Attractions
Bridgehampton has made great strides with historic preservation initiatives, namely by designating the Bridgehampton Bull’s Head — Main Street Historic Overlay District. The Bridgehampton Museum operates several properties within it, including the Nathaniel Rogers House listed on the National Register of Historic Places. From restoring this Greek Revival landmark to hiring a new young director, the museum enters its next chapter of community engagement through exciting exhibits to the annual Potatohampton 5K. Debuting its world-class facility for education and events in 2005, The Children’s Museum of the East End unveiled a state-of-the-art playground two decades later. Dia Art Foundation’s Dia Beacon houses permanent works by Dan Flavin and rotating exhibits by other artists. For decades, Bridgehampton Chamber Music has performed concerts and seasonal festivals for classical music lovers.
Dining & Shoppping
Historic hotels Topping Rose House and The Bridgehampton Inn are known for their respective Jean-Georges and Bridgehampton Inn restaurants; both offer seasonal fare, while the latter is linked to foodie destinations Loaves & Fishes Cookshop in the heart of town and Sagaponack’s Loaves & Fishes Foodstore. Tour Europe through your palate at Greek-themed Elaia Estiatorio, French bistro Pierre’s, and Dopo il Ponte with wood-fired, Italian specialties. Focusing on farm-to-table, Almond’s chef/co-owner is a veteran of Outstanding in the Field’s pop-up dinners; he and his business partner also run the gourmet L&W Market. More delicacies and tabletop décor can be found at L’Épicuriste. Bobby Van’s has served steakhouse classics since 1969, while New York’s Arthur & Sons expanded here with its Fifties-era, red-sauce recipes. Armin & Judy combines a restaurant, café and artisanal bakery big on baguettes, and visit Java Nation Coffee Roasters for a caffeine fix. Agricultural roots have begat bucolic businesses, including Channing Daughters Winery, Round Swamp Farm and Fairview Farm at Mecox. Soda fountain Candy Kitchen celebrated its centennial in 2025, and kids also love Sundaes on Main’s ice cream and candy. Shopping is concentrated along Main Street (Blue One, Comerford Collection, Knockout Beauty, Leallo, Malia Mills, Stella Flame Gallery, Waves); and Bridgehampton Commons (Barnes & Noble, CoCo & Cat, The Tack Trunk, Williams-Sonoma, and in 2026, Target). An acronym for health, unity and beauty, lifestyle experiential concept The HUB hosts designer shopping and wellness events. Los Angeles home showroom Galerie Provenance launched a location here. Scaling far beyond your average garden nursery, Marders has cultivated an exquisite, natural wonderland for over half a century.
Leisure, Nature & Wellness
Beyond its beaches (Mecox, Ocean Road, W. Scott Cameron) flanked by Mecox Bay and Sagaponack Pond, Bridgehampton’s rural roominess allows for many outdoor pursuits. Large acreage accommodates high-end horse farms, and many local and international equestrians compete in the annual Hampton Classic Horse Show at the Hampton Classic Showgrounds here. Polo is another summer tradition through Polo Hamptons and The Hamptons Polo Club. Rees Jones designed private golf courses Atlantic Golf Club and The Bridge, both of which put their own spin on the game. In September, The Bridge hosts its namesake, invitation-only car show. Tennis players join the private Bridgehampton Tennis & Surf Club for access to Har-Tru courts and other amenities. The local fitness scene further offers outposts for Equinox and SoulCycle at The Barn, among others; and independent gyms Barnyard Fitness and The Formula x Meredith. Explore nature at Peconic Land Trust’s public garden and outdoor classroom Bridge Gardens and the 1,900-acre Long Pond Greenbelt management area and nature center that connects to South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center. In addition to Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care at Bridgehampton Commons, downtown’s J. Ira and Nicki Harris Family Ambulatory Care—Bridgehampton provides primary medical care for adults and children.
