The Preston House & Hotel
Restored historic boutique hotel and restaurant on Riverhead's Main Street, gateway to the North Fork wineries.
Twenty-one design-forward rooms above a celebrated farm-to-table restaurant in a renovated 1900s building on Riverhead's Main Street. Walking distance to the LIRR and downtown Riverhead — a stylish western-North-Fork base for tastings at Paumanok, Macari and Clovis Point. Rooms blend exposed brick with modern fixtures; the on-site dining room and bar are some of the better food and beverage in Riverhead, which makes this a strong arrival-night pick if you're coming in late from the city by train.
Boutique design, on-site dining, downtown Riverhead
Current name and buildings
The property currently markets itself as "The Preston Hotel" and is described as combining the historic Preston House and the adjoining Howell House, both in downtown Riverhead. 1
Location and nearby attractions named on-site
The hotel's own copy places it steps from the Peconic River and the Long Island Aquarium, and names Splish Splash and the Tanger Outlets as short drives away, alongside the North Fork and the Hamptons more broadly. 1
Booking
The listed address is 428 E. Main Street, Riverhead, with hotel and events reachable at 631-775-1500. No public nightly rate sheet, resort fee or minimum-stay terms are posted on the site's pages that were reviewed, so pricing is omitted here.
Two connected historic houses
The hotel's own description emphasizes that its rooms and suites are spread across two adjoining, connected buildings — the Preston House and the Howell House — rather than a single structure, which the site frames as blending historic character with more modern hotel amenities in the middle of downtown Riverhead. 1
Positioning between the Forks and the Hamptons
The property markets its downtown Riverhead location as a gateway point, describing itself as an entry to both Long Island's North Fork and the Hamptons, with vineyards and beaches called out among the area's attractions alongside Riverhead's own aquarium, water park and outlet shopping. 1
What it costs
| Cancellation inside 14 days of arrival | One night's stay | |
| Pet cleaning fee | $75 | up to two dogs, 55 lbs each |
| Self-parking | Free |
Prices checked 2026-09-20 — The Preston House & Hotel — hotel FAQs
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book a room at The Preston House & Hotel?
- Use the “Check availability” button on this page to compare live rates across booking partners. Weekends in the wine-tasting season (May–November) fill up first — book as far ahead as possible.
- Where is The Preston House & Hotel located?
- The Preston House & Hotel is at 428 East Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901, on the North Fork of Long Island.
- How much does it cost to stay at The Preston House & Hotel?
- The Preston House & Hotel is a upscale property in the ~$220–380/night range. Rates fluctuate by season and day of week — expect peak pricing on summer and harvest-season weekends.
- Which wineries are near The Preston House & Hotel?
- Paumanok Vineyards, Macari Vineyards, and Clovis Point Vineyard & Winery are all within easy reach of The Preston House & Hotel, which makes it a natural base for a North Fork wine-tasting weekend.
- What is The Preston House & Hotel known for?
- The Preston House & Hotel is known for boutique design, on-site dining, downtown riverhead.
- What amenities does The Preston House & Hotel offer?
- Guests at The Preston House & Hotel can expect Boutique design, On-site restaurant, Walkable downtown, and Bar. Confirm seasonal availability when booking, especially for pools, on-site dining and shuttle services.
- What are check-in and check-out times at The Preston House & Hotel?
- Standard check-in at The Preston House & Hotel is 3:00 pm and check-out is 11:00 am. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability — request them at booking or call the property the morning of arrival, especially on summer and harvest-season weekends when the hotel runs at full occupancy.
- Is parking available at The Preston House & Hotel?
- The Preston House & Hotel offers on-site parking for overnight guests. It's typically complimentary at North Fork properties, but confirm at check-in if you're arriving with multiple vehicles or an oversized van for a wine-tour group.