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Charming beach cottage with kayak and canoe pond access & pond views.

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At the beach-this could be you next summer
Exterior
Exterior
The best spot for outdoor dining!
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Charlestown, RI
  • Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge
  • Charlestown Town Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Block Island Ferry
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Outdoor

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming beach cottage with kayak and canoe pond access & pond views.

Step back in time to a quiet, relaxed beach community. Charming two-bedroom beach cottage with fully equipped kitchen, comfortable living room, and wrap-around deck including screened-in porch. Located in a quiet neighborhood, the Cottage is across the street from a saltwater pond for kayaking and canoeing; down the street from a boat launch and “kiddies” beach. Walk, bike, or drive less than one mile to miles of ocean beach. The Cottage comes with a parking pass for the local beach lot.
Only available on VRBO!


Kayaking, birding, and hiking: It is the perfect spot for kayaking, canoeing, and bird watching. The local Green Hill and Ninigret salt ponds are great for exploring, swimming, and bird-watching. It is a quick bike ride to Trustom Pond or Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge for birding or to Charlestown Breachway for fishing. The Kayak Centre, located on the next street over, offers rentals, tours, and guided services—great biking options, including a bike path that is perfect for rollerblading.

Local and lively: A neighborhood bakery with great coffee, an ice cream shop, and lots of casual dining options are all within a mile bike ride or quick car ride. Farmer’s market with local produce, dairy, and homemade items, weekly antique market with vendors from throughout NE, and mini golf are all close. The area boasts a lively and welcoming cultural scene, featuring local galleries, the Courthouse Center for the Arts, and Theatre by the Sea.

Property manager

Anita

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The area is great for children.
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Events

No events allowed
No parties allowed without written permission
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please let me know about your pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties allowed without written permission
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number RE.00779-STR, 11/01/2025, RE.00779-STR

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Charlestown

Located in Charlestown, this cottage is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Narragansett Beach and Misquamicut State Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Block Island Ferry. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ryan Center or Keaney Gymnasium. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Charlestown, RI

What's nearby

  • Charlestown Town Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Ninigret Park - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Frosty Drew Observatory - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Matunuck Beach - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Block Island Ferry - 18 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Station - 21 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matunuck Oyster Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪George's Of Galilee - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Dave's Coffee - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Charlestown Rathskeller - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Mist - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming beach cottage with kayak and canoe pond access & pond views. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming beach cottage with kayak and canoe pond access & pond views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming beach cottage with kayak and canoe pond access & pond views.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming beach cottage with kayak and canoe pond access & pond views. located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Charlestown Town Beach, East Beach and Carpenter's Grist Mill. Fantastic Umbrella Factory and Theatre by the Sea are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zachary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage! The screened-in porch was a definite highlight. When we managed to pull ourselves away from the great views, we loved how close the beach and nearby attractions were. Anita was incredibly responsive and welcoming. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Perfect location, beautiful view. Perfect property for our relaxing family vacation. My kids loved the walkable kiddie beach and direct pond access area. The half screened in porch was ideal. The included town beach parking pass is fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation!

Very relaxing break from our busy lives. Enjoyed proximity to ocean and breachways.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

William F.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Charlestown

Nice view and convenient location. Access to pond great. House not clean.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location & view

The screened porch makes this cottage! Along with the view! Quiet neighborhood. Cute cottage with brand new bath & updated kitchen. Plenty of seating indoors & outside. So many beaches close by - and more about 15 or 20 minutes away. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful view of the pond and a slice of beach heaven

Loved everything about it. Screened-in porch and deck to enjoy sunrises , the sound of the ocean and afternoon breezes. Cottage was just as described and clear communication with Anita. Can’t wait to go back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot - close to everything -

Great spot and we had an enjoyable week. Thank you to the host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonard B.

great vacation

Thank you we had a great stay wonderful cottage clean & safe wonderful views from screened in porch took bicycles out for some great rides launched our kayak from the water access weather was perfect hope to return
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

bernadette and brian wood l., Southbury

We had a great stay, the beaches are stunning and it a quaint neighborhood, we lived the new kitchen

Thanks Anita, we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing autumn getaway

We loved having our morning coffee in the screened porch while watching the sparkling water. Hope to make this our annual September vacation spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maude B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our time at this property. Will return again next summer.

I can’t decide what about this property is my favorite but time spent with my small family on the screened in porch was at the top of the list. We loved it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leonard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you again we enjoyed our stayRIvaca in your little cottage the best screen porch on Green Pond

Excellent excellent excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

A lovely little cottage which has everything you could need. There is no a/c but there are window fans which help on warmer evenings. The screened porch overlooking Green Hill pond, the proximity to the beach, the cool outdoor shower all added to our relaxing and enjoyable stay. Bring your kayak or paddle board!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bright airy cottage

The cottage has a large screened porch that looks out across the street to Green Hill Pond. It is a great spot for morning coffee or to enjoy a peaceful evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic views all around!

The cottage is lovely - Views of the water, close to all amenities, the stay couldn't have been better. If you have canoe or kayak, the access across the street is wonderful! Thank you Anita for sharing your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

LINDA S., Cape Coral, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage

This cozy cottage provided everything we needed for a perfect week. It had the best cookware of anyplace we have ever rented. The views from the screened porch were perfect for morning coffee or afternoon wine. We will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B., Oakland, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely.

East to find, easy to get in, easy place to stay. Wonderful view of pond from deck, screened porch, and living room. Comfortable house furnished with everything I needed. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 20 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth and Glenn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Happy Memory

Exactly as described. I agree with all positive reviews posted. Neighborhood is a mix of permanent residents and vacation homes. Felt welcomed among all. Great location for exploring the Ocean State. Appreciate the affordability of the rental, too. Cleaning is required, which keeps the rate down. We found it clean; We left it clean; All was great. The only caution is that you must be able to walk upstairs to second level to enter/exit. We are very glad to have found this "cottage" and are grateful for the experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

End of summer 2021

Thank you Anita We had a wonderful relaxing week Just what we needed to go into Fall Till next year
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

We had a wonderful stay at Anita’s cottage. The house was super clean and had everything we needed. We especially loved the bikes. We rode to yoga and the beach on the bikes. The pond access was awesome. Right across the street. We spent many sunrises on the shore of the pond. We definitely will be coming back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach cottage

I stayed with my dog at Anita’s cottage for two weeks and it was exactly what I was looking for - the cottage is stocked with anything you might need, and while it’s a bit of a trek to the beach on foot, the parking pass made going to/from the beach easy. Ningret park is huge and includes a dog park and plenty of space to walk. The cottage is not far from several RI favorites, including Watch Hill, Narragansett, and Matunuck. Charlestown is quiet, but it’s easy to get around. Anita texted back immediately whenever I had questions, and sent me some recommendations for the area. Great little beach cottage!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Paulette M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beach House

I was surprised there was not even a fan in the living room. Too hot in the beach house. I had to buy a powerful fan to use on the 2nd day. Heat was torture and house smelled very musty and the fans in both bedrooms smell like cigarettes. Overall, I had the most enjoyable time, I feel relaxed and happy. The area is beautiful.

8/10 Good

Melanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute beach bungalow, great location

We loved our stay! Highlights were the outdoor shower, screened in porch, and location. The house is super cute and clean with calming beach colors, and Anita was fabulous to work with. The only reason I can't give it 5 stars is because it was a bit hot inside without AC. Most days it was manageable with the provided fans and with the house opened up, but it is a consideration if you are bringing a pet. Two days there was no breeze and it was a bit hot for our dog. It was only for a peak couple hours though. Regardless, we hope to return but perhaps in the cooler months next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Salina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Gem in Charlestown!

Our family has been vacationing in and around Charlestown for years, but our stay at your cottage was absolutely perfect- being the most relaxing yet. The cleanliness, organization and location of the cottage eliminated the usual 'being away from home' hassels. The views of the salt pond were calming and beautiful. We especially enjoyed the view from the large deck and screened in area. My husband was in close proximity to all his favorite fishing spots (it is frowned upon to name them!), and I was able to maintain my daily walk/run right within the neighborhood (seeing soon to be familiar, friendly faces also out). Keeping our two year old son safe within the cottage was easy, and he thoroughly enjoyed "his" beach just across the way. We hope our annual RI trips continue to be at your cottage. Thank you Anita for sharing this gem with us and going the extra mile to facilitate this great experience!  - The Burgess Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marcella B.

very quiet and restful week

Perfect small cottage for small family. My husband and two boys spent a wonderful week at this lovely updated cottage with fabulous views of Green Hill pond. With access to the pond, we paddled almost every day. We rested, read a lot and enjoyed lounging in the screen porch. The house is at the end of a quiet cul de sac, perfect for our boys, 11 and 13 to ride their bikes. We rode to the local farm stand , Peaches, every day for fresh produce and to the bakery for breakfast. There are also good restaurants easily in bike ride distance. We drove to the beach because of all of our stuff, but it would be an easy bike ride. The cottage has been updated and has a beautiful kitchen and bathroom. It is very well maintained and feels much more like a lovingly cared for home than a rental. Hope to be back next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Anita

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Why they chose this property

The cottage is my 'getaway' and I have been fortunate to share it with many wonderful guests. Over the years, we have built a community of returning guests who have become part of the neighborhood. I trust them with my cottage, and they trust me to provide them with a well-cared-for vacation cottage in a friendly neighborhood and lovely community.

What makes this property unique

What I have heard from my guests is that the cottage is lovely, well-maintained, and welcoming. The screened porch with a view of the pond is excellent. It's an easy place to relax. I'm fortunate to have wonderful, friendly neighbors and a great location. If you want to unwind, this is your spot.

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