Shelter Island's Crescent Beach comes alive in mid-May with the opening of Sunset Beach Resort, where beach swank meets European style. This André Balazs boutique resort features 20 contemporary chic guest rooms with private sundecks and water views. Although decidedly beach hip and oh-so nonchalant, the international hotel staff is refreshingly friendly and eager to arrange sun-drenched afternoons of sailing, kayaking, jet-skiing, volleyball, tennis, fishing, golf, and horseback riding. Twice-daily maid service keeps rooms fresh all day long, ideal for when you return from a sleepy morning at the beach to prepare for your yoga session. The breezy open bar/café is perfect for a late-morning iced latte, and the upstairs open-air French bistro serves classics such as moulés frites , salade Niçoise , bouillabaisse, and filet de boeuf . The resort is open from early May to early September, and holiday weekends (July 4, Memorial Day, Labor Day) require a minimum three-night stay.