City: Wading River, NY

Category: Accommodations

Telephone: (631) 929-3500

Address: 5720 Rte. 25A

Description: Situated on 25 acres, East Wind represents one of the largest and most luxurious full-service resorts on Long Island. In addition to the posh and comfortable guestrooms, there’s a full-service day spa, multiple restaurants, and plenty of function space. In fact, this is a popular place to hold weddings (with up to 200 guests) and other functions. It’s also a favorite of business travelers, honeymooners, and leisure travelers. The resort is located near the gateway to Long Island’s North Fork, just a short drive from some of the region’s most popular wineries and attractions. Within its 50 spacious and richly appointed rooms, guests enjoy a wide range of amenities, from Jacuzzi bathtubs in the suites to fine linens and goose down pillows and comforters on the beds. The Spa at East Wind is a 10,000-square-foot facility that offers a complete menu of world-class treatments, including massages, body wraps, and full body treatments. In fact, people often plan day trips from Manhattan and around Long Island just to visit the spa, which can easily accommodate small groups, such as bridal parties. Desmond’s Restaurant and Lounge, located in the resort’s main building, serves three meals a day in a fine-dining setting.

City: Wading River, NY

Category: Restaurants

Telephone: (631) 846-2335

Address: 5720 Rte. 25A

Description: Located within the famous East Wind resort, Desmond’s is a fine-dining restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Even if you’re not staying at the resort, it is the perfect place to enjoy intimate dinners, luncheons, rehearsal dinners, or a casual night out with friends. A traditional lunch and dinner menu is available, offering a vast selection of primarily American-influenced cuisine. A prix fixe three-course dinner is also available, as is full bar service. Reservations are highly recommended. On Sun you can enjoy a leisurely, massive, buffet-style brunch.