Today, <a href="http://www.jauntsetter.com/blog/last-minute-getaway-woodstock-cottage-available-this-weekend-15-off-2">we were so inspired by the weather</a> that we figured we'd do our best to encourage you to get out of town. So far, we've featured a <a href="http://www.jauntsetter.com/blog/last-minute-getaway-woodstock-cottage-available-this-weekend-15-off-2">Woodstock cabin rental</a> perfect for a group of friends, and a <a href="http://www.jauntsetter.com/blog/escape-the-city-rock-climbing-brewery-tour-day-trip-tomorrow">daytrip of rock climbing and beer tasting</a> for adventurous types.<div><div><div><br /></div><div>While both trips sound awesome, we're personally most tempted by the one we're about to share, featuring our favorite local, off-season destination: <a href="http://www.jauntsetter.com/archive/trip_picks/october-s-perfect-parisian-trip">Montauk</a>. For us, there's nothing like the sand and sea for the perfect pre-winter jaunt. And while all our featured trips are accessible for New Yorkers, getting out to the very East End of Long Island couldn't be more of a breeze - the <a href="http://www.hamptonjitney.com/cgi-bin/nav.cgi?page=home.html">Jitney</a>, <a href="http://lirr42.mta.info/sfweb/faces/index.jspx">LIRR</a> or a 3-hour (or less) drive are all options. </div><div><br /></div><div>In fact, if you're interested in going sans automobile, we've found plenty of available rooms at the <a href="http://www.bornfreemotel.com/">Born Free Motel.</a> This ideally located budget property is steps away from the Montauk's central shopping district, and also just a few blocks from the beach. Meaning you can head out here and use bicycles, cabs and your own two feet to get around, no problem. Rooms also start at just $95/night - and if you can call in sick on Monday, you're in luck. We found a deal with the motel that's pretty sweet: stay 2 nights, get the 3rd free, even over weekends.</div><div><br /></div><div>Not so sure about heading to Montauk in the offseason? We've included a To-Do list for you that highlights our favorite year-round activities in the area below.</div><div><br /></div><div>Should we have missed anything, make sure you let us know in the comments section. Happy travels.</div><div><br /></div><div>your jauntsetter team</div></div><div><br /></div><div>_______________________________________________</div><div><br /></div><div><strong><i>To Do</i></strong></div><div><em><strong><br /></strong></em></div><div>To make the most of your Montauk getaway, take a look below for some ideas on what to do in the area:</div><div><br /></div><div><ul><li><strong>Take a Hike</strong> - Enjoy the outdoors with an easy hike through some beautiful dunes. Most trails lead you right to the beach; on the way you'll pass old WWII Bunkers. To get to <a href="http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=83">Shadmoor State Park</a> drive east on Route 27; about a 1/2 mile out of town you'll see the sign for parking on your right.</li><li><strong>Go Fishing</strong> - Grab a few beers and take a four-hour fishing trip. Seriously, it's fun. <a href="http://www.montauklighthouse.com/">Viking Fleet</a> has trips that leave every Saturday or Sunday, morning or afternoon, perfect for the amateur. Better yet, try night fishing - it's a bit more intense (you'll leave the dock at 7pm and return at 1am) but we can't imagine a more unique experience for a city slicker! Trips start at $45 (rent a rod for $5). A bargain if you consider that you just might catch dinner...</li><li><strong>To the Lighthouse</strong> - Take a trip to <a href="http://www.montauklighthouse.com/">our nation's oldest lighthouse</a> and watch the sunrise. On your way back, stop by <a href="http://www.montaukbakeshoppe.com/">the bakery in town</a> for coffee and fresh donuts. Caution: watch out for deers - there are plenty on Montauk's roads!</li><li><strong>Hit a Bucket</strong> - Go to the driving range at <a href="http://www.montaukdowns.org/">Montauk Downs State Park</a> championship golf course and try your hand at the favored sport of the leisure-class.</li><li><strong>Go Ride a Horse </strong>- Not an equestrienne? Never fear - the ranch hands deal with all kinds at the <a href="http://www.deephollowranch.com/boardinginfo.htm">country's oldest working cattle ranch</a>. Take a horse down to the beach for a sunset ride.</li><li><strong>Or Try Two Wheels</strong> - Trail maps, tips and more available from this <a href="http://www.montaukbikeshop.com/">friendly local bike shop.</a></li><li><strong>Take a Seaside Cure</strong> - Head to <a href="http://www.gurneysinn.com/">Gurney's Inn</a> for use of their internationally-acclaimed spa on the beach. Treatments are on the expensive-side but use of their facilities, which include a salt water pool, steam room, sauna and roman bath only cost $30/day.</li></ul><div><br /></div></div><div><b><i>Past Jauntsetter Montauk Blog Posts </i></b></div><div><br /></div><div>Many of the blog posts below were written for our Montauk "off season" issue, perfect for a November jaunt: </div><div><br /></div><div><ul><li><a href="http://www.jauntsetter.com/posts/montauk-offseason-nightlife">Montauk's Nightlife: the best dive bars and karaoke in town</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jauntsetter.com/posts/offseason-breakfasting-in-montauk">Montauk's best breakfast bets</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jauntsetter.com/posts/where-to-lunch-in-offseason-montauk">Where to have lunch in Montauk</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jauntsetter.com/posts/dinner-in-montauk-offseason-recommendations">Dinner in Montauk for every budget</a></li></ul><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div> </div>
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One Final Last Minute Weekend Escape: Montauk
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