Tired of New York City, Noah Solloway escapes with his family to his in-laws estate on Long Island. Meanwhile, waitress Alison Lockhart and her husband, struggle to move on from a family tragedy. By chance, Alison and Noah meet for the first time.

Behind closed doors, Alison and Noah's passion for each other increases. At home however, they are forced to confront new challenges. Noah feels conflicted with Whitney's recent behaviour and Alison's estranged mother comes for a visit.

Noah discovers there is more to Alison than he believed and Helen hopes to make the most their family time in Montauk. Meanwhile, Alison and Cole try to keep the Lockhart's from danger.