As others have posted finding mooring numbers that belong to Rian is very difficult and sometimes impossible. After searching quite a while we found ours but the friends we were travelling with were assigned a mooring number that does not exist as indicated on their not very useful map. They called the motel and were able to stay on a different mooring that was open. Perhaps making all Rian's mooring a bright color would help along with a better map. Dering Harbor used to be better but there are too many moorings owned by many different entities. The exposure to boat wakes is not pleasurable either. The bathroom they list is the public toilet near their dock and there is no showers. Would rather not return to Dering but love Shelter Island.
The most peaceful place with beautiful views in every direction. The most protected place you can stay in NY sound. People very friendly and welcoming!
The staff is friendly and helpful, for a marine with so many fishing boats, it tis surprisingly clean. Access to fresh seafood restaurtants is the best here. Can't wait to return!