Village of the Branch, a small residential area in Smithtown, Long Island, spans just one square mile and features a 20-acre historic district with colonial buildings from the 1700s. This incorporated neighborhood manages its own utilities, giving residents more influence over municipal decisions. Homes are situated on secluded streets but remain close to ample shopping options. The community is known for its quiet, close-knit atmosphere, with regulations limiting short-term rentals. Properties often sit on larger lots with mature trees and may include above-ground or in-ground pools. Housing styles range from well-maintained postwar ranches to Center Hall colonials, Long Island Hi-Ranches, and postmodern homes.
Students attend highly rated schools in the Smithtown Central District, including Dogwood Elementary, Smithtown Elementary, Mount Pleasant Elementary, Nesaquake Middle School, and Smithtown High School East. The area also offers private and parochial schools such as the historic Knox School and St. Patrick.
Residents enjoy proximity to Smithtown’s Main Street, which features a mix of independent and chain businesses, popular restaurants like Casa Rustica and La Famiglia, and local favorites such as Salsa Salsa of Smithtown. Katie’s bar offers outdoor seating and live music. Nearby, the Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove provides extensive shopping options.
Outdoor enthusiasts can visit Millers Pond County Park with its lake and nature trails, Robert A. Brady Park with sports facilities, and Blydenburgh County Park, a nature preserve along the Nissequogue River. Residents-only Short and Long beaches offer updated facilities and summer concerts. The Smithtown Historical Society in the historic district provides insights into the area’s past. For commuting, the Long Island Rail Road from Smithtown Station reaches Midtown Manhattan in about two hours.
