Living on the North Fork — with its picturesque villages, varied restaurants, historic farms and close proximity to the water — can be a tantalizing prospect. Whether you’re looking for a house to put down roots or find a second family home, there are plenty of houses on the market from which to choose.
Here are 10 North Fork open houses scheduled for this weekend, priced at $569,990 to $1,950,000. The properties are listed in ascending price order.
$569,990
Riverhead

Saturday, November 18
Noon to 12:15 p.m.
Things to see: Skylights flood the house with light; a front porch just waiting for chairs for chatting; private backyard with room to roam.
See listing here.
$799,000
Mattituck

Saturday, November 18
1:30 to 3 p.m.
Things to see: This cute ranch is a blank slate waiting for a creative touch, with a private yard and mature plantings encircling the space like a lovely green hug.
See listing here.
$829,999
Greenport

Saturday, November 18
1 to 3 p.m.
Things to see: Anyone looking for the gentle hub of village life will love the walking distance proximity to town of this cute three bedroom with an eat-in kitchen and covered back porch.
See listing here.
$848,999
Jamesport

Sunday, November 19
1 to 3:30 p.m.
Things to see: With its sweeping low-profile back deck, roomy sky-lit living room, and accessory apartment for guests or family, this ranch-style home has extra appeal.
See listing here.
$850,000
Southold

Saturday, November 18
Noon to 2 p.m.
Things to see: Colonial-esque curb appeal will draw you in; the full basement with high ceilings, rocking chair front porch and sweet brick back patio will make you want to stay.
See listing here.
$950,000
Greenport

Saturday, November 18
Noon to 2 p.m.
Things to see: Looking for that artist’s or writer’s studio? The first floor attached studio apartment here serves as a quiet, creative respite, while the walking distance to Front Street set right you right back into the social scene.
See listing here.
$999,999
Southold

Saturday, November 18
1 to 3 p.m.
Things to see: Creature comforts abound in this four bedroom, three bath Colonial with its ample, cozy fireplace and stunning, brick-bordered in-ground pool.
See listing here.
$1,150,000
Orient

Saturday, November 18
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Things to see: This dreamy 1850 farmhouse with a wrap-around porch on three-quarters of an acre has been meticulously remodeled, and boasts a formal dining room and two-story detached apartment.
See listing here.
$1,289,000
Southold

Saturday, November 18
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Things to see: The west-facing waterfront offers gorgeous sunset views of Hashamomuck Pond to take in from your own private dock.
See listing here.
$1,950,000
Aquebogue

Saturday, November 18
Noon to 2 p.m.
Things to see: This five-bedroom, stylish modern farm house offers brand new construction, custom white oak flooring and an airy open floor plan.
See listing here.