Category: Community + Culture
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Weekly Treasures: Homes Near Street Fairs and Flea Markets Worth the Stroll
If you love a good treasure hunt, the kind that leads to vintage furniture, well-loved books, handmade pieces, or items that already come with a bit of history, you’ll get the appeal. Each of these homes sits near a local market where every find feels like it’s waiting for its next chapter, ready to be…
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The Ghost of North Haven House
By Shannan North, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker The following is a true ghost story from Brown Harris Stevens Agent, Shannan North, a lifelong Hamptons local with deep family roots in the area, who has spent her life surrounded by the charm, and the mysteries, of the East End. Growing up along the quiet waterfronts…
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Homes So Close to the Village Halloween Parade, It’s Scary
This Friday, the Annual Village Halloween Parade is bringing its spooktacular energy right down Sixth Avenue—a tradition since 1974! Why fight the crowds or rush for a quick glimpse when you could live right in the heart of it? We’ve rounded up some great homes near all the action, putting you just steps from the…
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A Home for Every Book Lover: BHS Listings Near NYC Bookstores
New York City’s independent bookstores are more than places to buy books — they’re cornerstones of community, creativity, and character. From the timeless charm of Three Lives & Company in the West Village to the scholarly atmosphere of Argosy Bookstore on East 59th Street, these shops give each neighborhood a distinct literary heartbeat. Whether you’re searching for a first…
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The Best Pumpkin Patches on the East End of Long Island
Whether you’re after the perfect jack-o’-lantern, a scenic family day out, or just an excuse for a hot apple cider donut, the Hamptons and North Fork have some of the best pumpkin patches around. Our Brown Harris Stevens agents share their favorite local spots for celebrating the season. Hank’s Pumpkin Town: Water Mill East Hampton agent Michael…
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Hottest Luxury Real Estate Wellness Trend: Home Saunas
Move over, home gyms! The new hallmark of luxury living is a personal sauna. Once reserved for spas and five-star hotels, saunas are now taking center stage in the homes of affluent buyers seeking both luxury lifestyle and self-care. As Business Insider recently reported, home saunas have become the ultimate “wellness flex,” signaling that a…
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Autumn Colors, Neighborhood Flavors: NYC’s Most Picturesque Spots
By Maryann C. Johnson, Licensed Real Estate Professional Fall in New York City is like no other season and a personal favorite of mine. As a Libra born in October, I love the cooler temps, the beauty, and color range the season brings. Golden leaves blanket Riverside Drive, the trees of Morningside Park glow with…
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The Fall Reset: How September Sparks Serious Buyers and Sellers in NYC
By Maryann C. Johnson, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Summer’s easy, breezy, lazy days are over. Some call them dog days, and that may be true—like dogs who know how to play and then rest peacefully, they are the days we hit reset, disconnect, and soak up the sun and fun. These are the days we remember…
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The Hidden Magic of the Off-Season in the Hamptons
When the summer crowds thin and the last beach umbrellas are folded away, the Hamptons quietly transform. The lines get shorter, the roads clearer, and the pace of life slows to something more intentional. The off-season, stretching from late September into early May is when the East End’s truest character emerges. For those who live…
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Fall in Westchester: Apple Picking, Scenic Hikes & Autumn Events
By Samuel P. Sheckman, BHS Riverdale Agent Experience one of region’s most enjoyable traditions with apple and pumpkin picking — where crisp apples, festive pumpkins, scenic orchards, and fall fun await just a short drive from the city! Orchards & Farms: From rugged adventures to relaxed strolls with the kids, Westchester County offers scenic trails…