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Mainstay

579 Hill St., Southampton, NY 11969
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USA
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Mainstay was my residence for three consecutive summers while building my own home in the Hamptons. I looked forward to the wonderful breakfast, and Elizabeths fresh baked muffins and fresh fruit, along with meeting and chatting with the diverse array of guests each weekend. I watched the garden evolve into a wonderful outdoor space that I could sit in the... More

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Argentina
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27 hotel reviews
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2012

The Mainstay is a very nice B & B in Southampton, five minutes by car from the village. The grounds are very nice and it also has a swimming pool. The owner resides with her standard poodle Tallulah. Breakfast is simple but very nice, with fresh fruit and waffles. We had a huge room, I believe it was the Gin... More

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Warrington, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 September 2012

Booked a room at the Mainstay last week; was really looking forward to it, as we have stayed in B & B's before. The grounds were nice; the house was in need of work. Shabby chic is one thing, but when the shower curtain is falling on you while you shower, and the open windows are full of cobwebs, someone... More

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Philadelphia
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 July 2012

Stayed here last weekend in the Gin Avenue room. Room had plenty of towels, soft bed, and sitting area. The room is huge, clean, with nice size bathroom w/ vanity, and a separate second room with twin day bed. Thee was a small tv with every channel you could imagine including all hbo and showtime channels. Nice size closet, beautiful... More

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Sarasota, Florida
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

After having read some of the reviews posted here by guests of The Mainstay, a delightful Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Southampton, I'd like to begin by making two points: First - A Bed and Breakfast is not for everyone. It has been stated in some of the reviews, that staying at Mainstay is like being someone's houseguest.... More

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southampton
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2011

The Mainstay is so charming and I highly recommend this bed and breakfast. It is located just minutes from the beach and town. The room I stayed in was gorgeous and I felt so comfortable and cozy. Great hospitality and delightful breakfast. Very clean and well kept with beautiful garden. No complaints!! I look forward to returning!

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2011

I can't believe what the previous reviewer wrote about this wonderfully charming establishment. We just came from spending a long weekend at the Mainstay and couldn't have asked for a better experience!. The inn was charming. Elizabeth the inn keeper was gracious and most accommodating. We had a marvelous stay and will definitely return with friends and family!!

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New York City, New York
2 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2011

We rented we thought a two bedroom suite for $650.00 a night Instead we were in a hot attic with a air conditioner from 1960. The hallways were 105 degrees. The innkeeper was MIA and lost in space. The room was dirty and old so was the inn. It should of been demolished 50 years ago. It was a fire... More

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ElizabethMain, Owner at Mainstay, responded to this review
14 September 2011

We are very sorry this woman was so unhappy. On rare occasions its true that some guests should only stay at a Four Seasons Hotel. This guest disturbed any and everyone around her and used two bathrooms of which did not belong to the room. We helped these people with beach chairs and umbrellas when they arrived 4 hours early... More

New York City, New York
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2011

this little bed and breakfast was a very nice weekend getaway. Elizabeth was a wonderful host....friendly but not intrusive. when we were running late she actually called to make sure we were not lost. upon arrival she was there to greet us with a key and lots of information on places to see and things to do. breakfast in the... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 July 2011

your experience staying here will be a 100% authentic southampton stay, the best of all it has to offer. Elizabeth Main does everything right. Casual luxuries abound. To spend an afternoon lounging by the beautiful pool and checking out the lush gardens is a little piece of heaven. The house it self is amazing, every detail done beautifully in classis... More

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Additional Information about Mainstay

Address: 579 Hill St., Southampton, NY 11969
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Region: United States > New York > Long Island > Hamptons > Southampton
Amenities:
Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 12 B&Bs / Inns in Southampton
Price range (per night): S$126 - 622
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Southamptons B&B in historic village on Long Island, NY. Colonial House 1870s, Minutes to town and ocean beaches,Delicious waffles inc in cont. breakfast. All rooms dripping in charm from hand painted walls to slanted ceilings with skylights. All rooms had antique iron beds. King master suite with fireplace, two bedroom suite sleeps 5. Situtated on one acre with garden and pool. Most rooms with private bath. ... more   less 

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