We’re still flying high from the most magical two weeks spent in Niko and Cesar’s stunning East Hampton home, a home even more beautiful than the lovely (and accurate) pictures on VRBO. Many rental houses are adequate enough, but this house is an actual home, lovingly and tastefully curated by its wonderful owners whose fantastic energy fills the house. Niko and Cesar clearly love this house themselves (and for good reason!!), and their thoughtfulness and attention to detail are evident at every turn.
The house is pristine, minimal yet joyful, and the perfect size for a small family, with a large master bedroom suite, a slightly smaller bedroom, and a TV room on the ground floor that is convertible into a third bedroom. The magic continues to the dreamy pool area outside. Northwest Harbor is heavily wooded, and while the deck receives heavenly direct sunshine throughout the day, the house is completely secluded from other homes and the street by an abundance of trees. Lying on the beautiful weathered wood deck, you feel as if you are in a treehouse—incredibly calming and comforting.
The pandemic meant that we cooked all our meals at the house, and the kitchen plus outside grill were just what we needed, as were the dining tables inside and out on the deck. Town is a ten-minute drive away, but closer (and more alluring) are the beautiful uncrowded roadways that meander in and out of the woods and along the placid bay. We bicycled every day in the gorgeous shade of Northwest Harbor, usually ending up at Sammy’s beach, just a few minutes away.
Niko remained the consummate host from afar. We had a few questions and, of course, a few mishaps, but Niko was always instantly responsive. It was clear that he wanted us to have the very best time and not to worry about anything, and he played a role that was almost more of a concierge than that of the house’s rightful owner. By the end of our two weeks, we felt like we were leaving a five-star spa retreat!! We reluctantly handed the house back to Niko and Cesar at the end of our stay, but look forward to renting it again, the highest compliment we can offer!
