The Waterways at Moriches

The Waterways at Moriches is an established 55+ waterfront community on Long Island's South Shore, tucked along the Forge River in Suffolk County just west of the Hamptons. Developed by The Klar Organization between 1985 and 1999, the community comprises 343 attached homes — a mix of ranch-style and bilevel condos with 2 or 3 bedrooms, 2 to 3 bathrooms, and attached one- or two-car garages, ranging from roughly 1,500 to 2,072 square feet. Many homes back up to the river or to one of the scenic ponds with spraying fountains that wind through the grounds. Some residences feature hardwood floors, granite countertops, and oversized showers. Life here centers on the water. The community's most distinctive feature is its private marina with boat slips and direct access to the Forge River out to Moriches Bay — a rarity among Long Island 55+ communities (only The Waterways and Snug Harbor offer on-site marinas). Residents can hop on their boat and head out to the water without ever leaving the gates. Walking and biking trails weave throughout the neighborhood, passing ponds, fountains, and tall coastal grasses. The clubhouse anchors the social scene, with a billiards room, card rooms, media room, hobby room, lounges, a party room with catering kitchen, and a cozy gym. A spa and saunas with changing rooms round out the indoor wellness offerings. Outside, residents enjoy a heated outdoor pool and spa, sun-filled patio, two lighted tennis courts, and a bocce ball court. Social life is active year-round — regular card games, bocce and tennis matchups, knitting group, movie nights, holiday parties, exercise classes, and organized bus trips. The community is 24-hour guard-gated and pet friendly. The HOA — approximately $62/month ($750/year) — covers cable, internet, lawn maintenance, snow removal, and all common-area upkeep, giving residents a genuinely low-maintenance lifestyle. In early 2026, The Beechwood Organization launched pre-construction sales on Beechwood at the Waterways, a 34-unit villa-style expansion being built in three phases within the existing gated community. These new coach homes range from 1,485 to 1,938 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 2 to 2.5 bathrooms, starting in the mid-$600,000s, with first occupancies expected in late 2026. New residents receive full access to the existing clubhouse, pool, marina, and amenities. Location is a major draw. Moriches sits on Long Island's South Shore in the Town of Brookhaven, with shops, dining, and essentials within walking distance of the community entrance. The Hamptons beaches, North Fork wineries, Smith Point County Park, and Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge are all short drives away. Long Island MacArthur Airport is about 20 miles away, Manhattan is roughly 65 miles west (about two hours by car or LIRR from the Mastic-Shirley station), and Sunrise Highway and William Floyd Parkway provide fast access across the island.