Bay Shore is located on the Great South Bay of Long Island and is a large sprawling town. It was purchased from the Indians in 1701. The village is a quintessential small town with the qualities of a close community. It bustles with shops, boutiques, artists, craftspeople, and multicultural restaurants. Large estates from Long Island’s golden era populate the area near the bay. It is a train ride to Manhattan and a boat or car ride to Fire Island.