Expansive stretches of sandy beach on tranquil Long Island Sound have long made Fairfield a desirable destination. With its easy proximity to New York City, the Fairfield beach area was established as a chic resort community in the 1880’s and continues to be a much sought after neighborhood. Comprising approximately 1.6 square miles, it is home to the town’s two largest public beaches, Jennings and Penfield, as well as the picturesque Town Hall with its historic green. Casual and friendly, bicycles upon lawns and children playing from yard to yard are common sights that recall a simpler time. From the wide, tree-lined avenues that comprise the historic district to the smaller streets that line the shore, there is a diversity of home styles and sizes that reflect the richness of this special community.