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The Hamptons of Long Island have become very well known as the playground of New York’s rich and famous; however, there is something there for all to see, experience and enjoy. A great way to experience the Hamptons is to take a day trip out east to the Island’s South Fork. From The Inn At Fox Hollow located in Woodbury one can reach the Hamptons by car in less than an hour. Depending on which part of the Hamptons one plans on visiting the trip may take a bit longer but for the most part, timing is everything. The Hamptons typically gets very busy and a little congested during the summer weekends so one may want to consider heading out east during the week (Sunday - Thursday). That’s one way to steer clear of the infamous Hampton traffic.

The Hamptons is known for its quaint villages and of course their world famous beaches. Towns such as Southampton, East Hampton and Sag Harbor offer a wide array of activities and places of interest such as their downtown shops, restaurants, museums and parks. They offer quaint picturesque settings that are difficult to find anywhere else. They are truly unique.

If one is considering a trip to the Hamptons consider staying with The Inn At Fox Hollow for the upscale amenites and services without spending the typical Hampton prices. Again, a day trip or two out to the Hamptons can be just as fun as actaully staying out there. View more information on the Hamptons to help plan your next day trip.

The Inn At Fox Hollow is centrally located on Long Island, which makes staying with the Fox Hollow Hotel very convenient when visiting the wide array of parks and beaches in the area. In order to help you plan your Long Island activities while staying with the Inn the following link has been provided: www.longisland.com/parks/.   

The Inn At Fox Hollow and its sister facility, Fox Hollow Catering are located on eight beautifully landscaped acres of land on Long Island’s famous north shore, also known as the Gold Coast. The two facilities provide the perfect backdrop to any special affair. Each facility combines its horticultural efforts to make it one of the most attractive facilities on Long Island by utilizing the gifts of mother nature. A wide array of flowers, plants, shrubs and trees surround the facilities offering one a unique respite from the ordinary. 

Together the facilities also provide a picturesque  backdrop for any occasion with streaming waterfalls, color lighted fountains, stone walkways, walking bridges, outdoor courtyards, a gazebo and scenic patios. Both facilities also offer indoor photo studios and suites along with some common areas that many people are just simply drawn to.  

The two facilities are also located directly across the street from the Town of Oyster Bay’s Syosset Woodbury Community Park, which also provides guests with a tranquil outdoor setting.  

Whether you’re visiting the Fox Hollow for business, leisure or to attend and celebrate a special occasion, both facilities are prepared to provide one with a backdrop that is truly, A World Apart! We invite you to come by each facility to see its natural beauty and mystic for yourself…   

After a very successful and historical 2002 U.S. Open, the premier golf championship returns for a much anticipated encore presentation at Bethpage State Park’s Black Course in 2009. It was in 2002 that the first publicly-owned course and facility was host to the Open, which is why people now consider the event the, “People’s Open.”  It is considered the largest public gold facility in the world. The challenging Black Course with its energetic New York crowd is sure to be nothing-less than spectacular. The Black Course is located in Farmingdale, Long Island, which is just a few miles and literally minutes away from The Inn At Fox Hollow. The Inn At Fox Hollow now has suites available for the independent/leisure traveler and various groups that will be participating in the 2009 U.S. Open (Golf Championship). The U.S. Open will be played June 15th through the 21st of 2009. The Inn At Fox Hollow is only taking reservations for those arriving June 15th and staying through June 22nd 2009. In order for you to have easy accessibility to the course and to guarantee overnight accommodations, call The Inn At Fox Hollow today at 1-800-291-8090 or book directly on-line. The Inn At Fox Hollow Hotel is Long Island’s premier all-suite property near Bethpage State Park. *Please note, payment is required at the time the reservation is made. The Fox Hollow is not offering any refunds on cancellations. Helpful U.S. Open Link: www.usga.org/championships/get_tickets/usopen_tickets.html     

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The Inn At Fox Hollow Hotel located in Woodbury, Long Island opened its doors as a brand new hotel in early 2002. The Inn was designed as Long Island’s premier all suite boutique hotel. One of the main differences between the Fox Hollow Hotel and others on Long Island is that it is independently owned and operated. It is not a franchised property or one that carries the flag of some of the more common hotel brand names. The owners and the management team of the Hotel did not want to be just another “me too.” They wanted to offer people traveling to Long Island a unique hotel experience where an Above & Beyond customer service philosophy could preside and flourish. 

Another aspect of the Hotel that makes it unique is that each one of its suites are approx. 565 square feet in size.  On average the Inn’s suites are the largest hotel suites available on Long Island. While most other hotels have limited suites that they typically charge guests much more for, the Inn provides all of their guests with a suite experience with very little variation in pricing. Another aspect that differentiates the Fox Hollow Inn from nearby hotels is the fact that they offer amenities and services that other hotels do not. For example, the Inn offers all of its guests a complimentary full American breakfast daily and a complimentary extensive dinner buffet (including beer, wine and soft drinks) Sunday through Thursday. 

As the hotel developed its client base they listened to their clients needs and requests. Over the years the Hotel has only added to the overall amenities and services it provides its guests. The Fox Hollow provides guests with both wired and wireless Internet service throughout the hotel, which are both complimentary. The Inn has developed a laptop computer loaner program for in-house guests along with DVD/VCR loaners, which are available upon request. Year after year the hotel has also updated and enhanced its twenty-four - (24) fitness center with newest and most advanced equipment available. Perhaps one of the amenities guests enjoy most is the Inn’s outdoor courtyard, which is open year round. It is always beautifully landscaped and has a heated pool and hot tub. It also has a nice patio area with tables and chairs overlooking a scenic rock fountain and a plush green lawn with complimentary trees and shrubs.

The location of The Inn At Fox Hollow is also a key element to its success. It’s located on the Island’s beautiful North Shore, which is also known as the Gold Coast. It is in very close proximity to many attractions and points of interest but at the same time it is setback in a residential neighborhood. Behind the hotel is a golf course and directly across the street (Jericho Turnpike) is the Syosset - Woodbury Community Park. Adjacent to the hotel is its sister property, the Fox Hollow Catering Hall and Rose Hunt Restaurant and Lounge. Together the two properties sit on eight - (8) beautiful acres.

Both The Inn At Fox Hollow and the Fox Hollow Catering Hall offer dynamic hospitality services. While the Catering Hall is host to many special events for large groups, the Inn accommodates more intimate groups for banquet and catering functions. Together, the facilities can cater to over 600 people for a wide array functions, which includes a wide array of corporate and social occasions requiring catering and/or overnight accommodations. The Fox Hollow is where the two facilities share the popular Rost Hunt Restaurant and Lounge. Many of the Inn’s guests enjoy a leisurely stroll next door to enjoy the wide array of menu items the Restaurant offers. One may also go relax in the bar an lounge there, which quite often has live music being played throughout the night. The Restaurant also provides hotel guests with in-suite dining options.       

Over the last several years The Inn At Fox Hollow has attracted the likes of corporate, leisure, social and the extended stay traveler. The Hotel accommodates thousands of corporate clients throughout most of the week, leisure and social (wedding) guests on weekends and the extended stay market throughout the year with the majority of extended stay folks in-house during the peak summer months.        

Most recently, the owners and management team have put approximatley two-million dollars back into the hotel. The Inn At Fox Hollow has renovated each and every suite with new carpeting, wallpaper, draperies, beds, linens, lighting fixtures, wall decor and more. Out of the 145 suites the Inn reserved eleven - (11) of its suites and converted them into new exclusive Royal Suites (look under Royal Suites for more specific information). The Inn now has several different suites types to offer their guests to choose from. Each suite type has a different overall design. Some feature unique features such as Spa Showers, which includes the eleven new Royal Suites. In addition to renovating the hotel’s suites they have also elected to renovate the Inn’s corridors and much of its common space and some of its meeting space.

Although the Inn at seven years young could have continued to operate the hotel as it was, it chose to invest back into the property to maintain its Above & Beyond status. It did so to continue to offer its guests the finest accommodations, services and amenities the industry has to offer. It did so to maintain its loyal customer base and give back to their guests. The Inn At Fox Hollow’s mantra is that they offer everyday rewards and guests experience them first hand the moment they walk through the door. While other hotels offer points and miles for utilizing their services, The Inn At Fox Hollow just continues the never ending journey of making one’s stay that much better than the next. The Hotel is committed to redefining luxury on Long Island and throughout the hotel industry itself.   

The Inn At Fox Hollow invites you to experience the difference in caring comfort. Make your reservations on-line today or call 1-800-291-8090.      

Click here to see how Luxury has been Redefined: http://www.theinnatfoxhollow.com/pdfs/redefining_lodging.pdf                                            

The Inn At Fox Hollow had another great summer season with many guests taking full advantage of the outdoor courtyard, gardens, heated pool and hot tub. Unfortunately the summer weather goes by too quick and now we’re nearing the end of our open pool and hot tub season.       

The pool will remain open (weather permitting) through Labor Day Weekend on a daily basis. For the remainder of September, the pool will only be open on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays).  The pool and hot tub will be closed at the end of September for the season.

The courtyard area will remain open as it normally does throughout the year.  Please keep in mind that the courtyard as with all common areas of the hotel will close at 10:00 PM.

Right now the Hotel will be looking at Mother’s Day weekend of 2009 as the opening day for the pool and hot tub; however that may be subject to change without notice. Thank you! Have a great Autumn and Winter season!!!    

The Inn At Fox Hollow has recently taken eleven of its suites and has b transformed them into their new elaborate Royal Suites that  appeal to those that are truly looking for something out of the ordinary in hotel accommodations. They have been designed in a New Classic style that appeals to those with the most distinguished of taste. They have been designed to appeal and be befitting to both men and women.

Upon entering the new Royal Suites at The Inn At Fox Hollow, one will certainly take notice to the wide panel hardwood floors that now line the living room area; however, one’s eye will quickly be drawn to the new custom designed throw rug that has a beautiful splash of colors that compliment the throw (accent) pillows on the new couches. Once one fully steps inside the suite, the exquisite wallpaper on the accent wall and throughout the suite will captivate one’s attention as will the custom designed furniture and exquisite draperies that run from floor to ceiling.      

In each Royal Suite now exists an elaborate wet bar area with a granite counter top, mirrored cabinet, glass tile backdrop, wine glass rack, wine mini-refrigerator, stainless steel sink and pendant lighting. Just off the wet bar area now sits a beautiful cocktail table for tow with two high back bar chairs. A great place to make a toast to new beginnings.                

The bedroom area has a new raised custom panel backdrop wall and new wallpaper throughout. In addition the bedroom has brand new Simmons Beautyrest Classic Hamlet Plush bed, which has been placed on a beautiful wood platform bed to go along with the new furniture that has been placed throughout the room. The bedroom area has custom designed crystal sconces that allow one to adjust the lighting to their liking and desire.   

The Royal Suite has new lighting and wallpaper in a separate vanity area just outside the bathroom; however, it’s inside the bathroom that a new marble Spa Shower is now in existence. The spa showers have multiple jets and heads releasing a soothing amount of water behind thick transparent glass. Each shower is equipped with a spacious marble seat toward the back of the shower so that one may just sit-back and relax.       

Last but not least, each Royal Suite has been equipped with brand new iHome radio alarm-clock stereos (docks) along with two - (2) 42 inch flat screen televisions. Each hang on a wall, one in the bedroom and one in the living room.        

The Inn At Fox Hollow Hotel is now taking reservations for their new Royal Suites. Due to a very high demand and the limited amount of Royal Suites available, it is strongly suggested that one make their reservations as far in advance as possible. The Royal Suites are truly unique and will certainly offer one a new and refreshing hotel experience.

Click here to see the new Royal Suite ad: www.theinnatfoxhollow.com/pdfs/royal_suites_ad.pdf     

The Inn At Fox Hollow has become one of the finest hotels on Long Island with all the dynamic amenities and services that they offer each and every one of their guests. It is the goal of The Inn At Fox Hollow to meet and exceed their guests’ expectations whether they are staying with the Hotel one night, a week, a month or a year. As always, The Inn is committed  to providing guests with a services that go Above & Beyond the industry’s standards, specifically within the Long Island Hotel market. Below, please find a listing of the accommodations, amenities and services the Inn offers their guests:

*An upscale boutique-like luxury setting in the heart of Long Island’s north shore (Gold Coast)

*134 newly renovated luxury suites averaging 565 square feet in size (with four distinct suite types)

*11 new Royal Suites (specifically designed for the ultimate suite experience)      

*Each of the 134 suites are equipped with a Living Room, Queen sleeper/sofa and large bathroom with a separate vanity area  

*A complimentary hot and cold full American breakfast served daily

*An extensive complimentary hot and cold dinner buffet with beer, wine and soft drinks served Sunday through Thursday 

*Complimentary wireless (WiFi) and hard-wired service throughout the Hotel   

*Coin operated laundry room with folding table and TV

*Grocery shopping and delivery service for extended stay guests    

*Wash and Fold laundry service (for extended stay guests)

*Same-day valet laundry service

*On premise sundry shop “Suite Shop”

*Complimentary Corporate Shuttle Service (Local; Mon. - Fri.)

*Five distinguished meeting rooms for an array of banquet and catering events (additional meeting space available at sister property; Fox Hollow Catering Hall)

*Full audio-visual supplies and services  

*Restaurant, bar and lounge (Rose Hunt Restaurant and Lounge at Fox Hollow)

*In-Suite Dining

*Hearth Room (hotel common area with two large screen/flat screen HD televisions)

*In-Suite movie, music and game rentals

*Laptop computer loaners

*DVD/VHS loaners

*Around-the-clock complimentary freshly baked cookies, coffee and tea

*Fax and copy service

*In-Suite guest directories/compendiums

*On-site reservation department and services (Mon. - Fri., 9:00AM - 5:00PM)

*Located directly across from the Syosset/Woodbury Community Park       

*In-Suite massage services by appointment

*Beautiful Outdoor Courtyard with gorgeous English like gardens and fountain

*Outdoor heated pool and hot tub (seasonal)

*Three stone fireplaces (one on each floor)

*Conveniently located to many nearby attractions, restaurants and places of interest   

*Robes and slippers in select suites

*Iron and ironing-board in each suite 

*Hairdryer in each suite

*Three two-line phones with personalized voicemail in each suite (including direct dial) 

*In-Suite safes (laptop size)

*Roll-away beds and cribs (upon request)

*Luggage assistance

*On Premise Banking (ATM)

*Lobby computer for instant (WiFi/Wired) Internet access and work station (desk)   

*Many nearby attractions and points of interest

*Centrally located    

*Close proximity to many major Long Island companies

*Close proximity to many popular north shore catering facilities and banquet halls

It’s never too early to start planning what will be perhaps the biggest day of your life. Typically, the earlier you start the less stressful it will be. At the same time you can make it a fun, memorable experience for yourself and all those around you.

1) Determine where it is you will be getting married. Will it be at a church, temple, chapel, etc.?         

2) Once you determine your ceremony location, then consider where you will have your reception. Keep in mind that many reception halls have indoor and outdoor chapels where one can have their ceremony. It’s best to try and make sure that the reception hall is close to the place in which vows will be exchanged. In the long run it will certainly be more convenient and perhaps more cost effective.   

3) Many catering halls have specific vendors that they utilize or can certainly recommend (i.e. bands, DJs, photographers, florists, videographers, limousine service, etc…). In most cases they are very good and reliable sources; however, you should never feel pressured into utilizing their services. Typically, it’s the inside vendors that know the reception hall the best and tend to have more experience in that particular location. They are also often less expensive than outside vendors but that really depends on one’s individual needs and the services they desire.              

4) If you’re going to have out-of-town guests or guests that are traveling a distance to come to your wedding, it’s always nice to arrange overnight accommodations for them at a hotel in close proximity to the reception hall. Typically a hotel will offer social groups a significant discount from their general public rates if a minimum of ten - (10) rooms are blocked and guaranteed. Give it some good thought as to how many rooms your guests may need but it’s always best to be conservative. Remember to also consider yourself and your immediate family along with “bridal party” members as potential guests. Many future brides and their bridesmaids (bridal party) find it convenient to stay at the hotel of choice the night before and get ready at the hotel the day of the wedding itself. Once you book your reception hall, don’t wait to book your hotel. It’s best to secure a rate and rooms far in advance. You may also want to consider more than one hotel with varying price ranges. 

5) The hotel that you choose for your out-of-town guests may be able to be of more service to you than you think. The hotel may be able to provide you with banquet and catering services as well. It has become very popular to host rehearsal dinners at the hotel and it has become somewhat of a custom to host post-wedding brunches for your out-of-town guests and family members the day after the wedding. It’s a great way to thank your guests from afar for joining you in your special day.       

6) Keep in mind, Fox Hollow, The Inn At Fox Hollow and Chateau Briand are all directly linked with Perfect Wedding Planner (PWP). With Perfect Wedding Planner one can let the professionals do all the leg work for them and provide helpful services, “from the moment you say yes, to the moment you say I do…” For more information on PWP, one may contact them at info@perfectweddingplanner.com or visit their website at www.perfectweddingplanner.com.        

The Inn At Fox Hollow is now a smoke-free Hotel. Due to popular demand along with the overall concern for the safety and well being of the Hotel’s guests and employees, the owners and management team of the Hotel have decided to make the Hotel a non-smoking facility.

It is recommended to guests that would like to smoke during their stay to consider renting a Courtyard Studio Suite, which provides direct access to the “outdoor” courtyard where smoking may still occur.

Guests that choose to ignore the new policies and procedures of the Hotel may be charged up to $100.00 per day (plus applicable taxes) for smoking in any suite throughout the Hotel. Guests may also be responsible for any and all additional damages or loss of revenue due to their negligence. The new non-smoking policy will be strictly enforced.

It is the Hotel’s hopes that the new policy will provide all guests with a more pleasurable, comfortable and healthy experience.      

If one is seeking a comfortable and healthy hotel environment then The Inn At Fox Hollow should be strongly considered.