The Chequit, a Salt House property that opened in 2015, debuted a new retail concept and dining options when it reopened for the 2016 summer season. Located on Shelter Island, the property has operated as a hotel since 1872.
“Inspired by its own illustrious past of 143 years of hospitality, the design of The Chequit celebrates the property’s Victorian heritage as well as its high society heyday with a fresh, modern take,” says Kevin O’Shea, co-owner and creative director for Salt Hotels. “With peaceful guest rooms, dramatic public spaces that transcend the seasons, and lush outdoor recesses, The Chequit once again commands center stage on Shelter Island’s social and dining scene with style and grace.”
The 37-room inn is comprised of three buildings, The Main House, The Chequit Cottage and The Summer House, and the design brings guests back to the golden age of vacationing on Shelter Island at the turn of the last century, but with a contemporary interpretation. The new retail store, Salt Supply, and new lunch and brunch offerings at Red Maple, the hotel’s bar and restaurant, and expanded options at grab-and-go outlet White Hill Cafe are now available.
The property follows the brand’s “no rules” approach when it comes to meetings and events on-site. The meeting rooms are a blank canvas while the hotel’s restaurant Red Maple takes care of the catering. Groups can opt for box lunches to enjoy off-property at one of the many beaches on the island.
Groups have the option of a whole hotel buyout that can accommodate larger groups using the lobby space or a sit down dinner at Red Maple.