Ram's Head Inn
108 Ram Island Dr.,
Shelter Island, NY 11964,
tel. 516/749—0811,
fax 516/749—0059
The common rooms are often flooded with natural light. The lounge, decorated in a nautical theme, features ships’ lanterns and a model sloop on the mantel. Green wicker couches have flowered cushions, and the library is the perfect spot for a rainy-day read. Here framed sheet music lines the walls, and a piano occupies an honored place. Every Sunday in summer from 7 to 11 PM, a local jazz group livens up the atmosphere. The dining-room menu stresses New American cuisine and includes fresh seafood creatively prepared and presented. You might choose from such specialties as shellfish bisque gamishedwith caviar and lobster, and braised red snapper accompanied by oyster mushrooms and artichokes.
Guest rooms are simple, bright, and airy; some have porches. Those with a water view are often requested, but in summer the harbor can be glimpsed only through the leaves of majestic oak trees.
5 double rooms with baths, 4 doubles share 2 baths, 4 suites. Rest aurant, free use of tennis court and boats. $11O—$230; Continental breakfast. American Express, MasterCard, Visa. Smoking in lounge only, nopets, 3-night minimum on holiday weekends, 2-night minimum other weekends.
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