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Beach is just steps away! Private path from upscale family home! Booking 2026!

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior of home facing lawn
Front Porch Sitting Area
First Floor Twin Bedroom
First Floor Queen Bedroom
First Floor Full Bathroom Includes shower and tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Crescent Beach
  • Place, Mansion Beach
  • Place, Ballard's Beach
  • Airport, Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

First Floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

First Floor Twin

2 Single Beds

Lower Level Twin Beds

2 Single Beds

Third Floor Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Floor

Towels provided · Toilet

Third Floor Master

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Beach is just steps away! Private path from upscale family home! Booking 2026!

Sweeping water views with the sound of crashing waves and gentle ocean breezes are the highlights of this upscale family home located in the private beachside community of Crescent Beach Cottages.

With three separate bedrooms (queen, queen, twin) and another set of twin beds on the updated lower level, this home comfortably sleeps 8.

The home is clean and bright throughout. All bed quilts, comforters and pillow shams are provided freshly laundered for each guest. Bath mats also provided freshly laundered for each guest.

The first floor of the house features a queen bedroom and a twin bedroom which share a full bath.

The second floor features the kitchen and large great room with two seating areas and a half bathroom. Enjoy preparing meals in the bright kitchen with views of the water and conservation land. The kitchen is fully stocked with plates, glasses, flatware, serving utensils, and pots and pans (including a large lobster pot). Appliances include a traditional coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, toaster oven, blender, hand mixer and Magic Bullet smoothie maker. Granite countertops, electric stove, dishwasher and new refrigerator round out the gourmet kitchen. The great room offers a TV with DIRECTV. The large upper deck off the great room offers sweeping ocean views to the east where you can enjoy amazing sunrises and views to the west to watch the deep orange sunsets. Outside, there is a table for dining, two relaxing rocking chairs and a Weber Grill for outdoor cooking.

The third floor features the master suite with a queen bed, walk in closet, a peaceful sitting area and a separate upgraded bathroom with tub and shower.

Back on the updated lower level, there are two twin beds and a sitting area. The washer and dryer are located on the lower level with a walk out entrance available.

Just off the first floor porch, there is a private outdoor shower with hot and cold running water. Also provided for the tenants use are a variety of beach items. We have eight beach chairs, at least four boogie boards, one beach umbrella and assorted sand toys. No need to drag those necessary items with you - they take up too much space in your car!

The beach is literally steps away from the back porch down a private path. This section of Crescent Beach is south of Mansion Beach with amazing surf and north of Scotch Beach and the popular Town Beach.

The house is located directly across from the Block Island Club which offers weekly memberships that provide access to tennis courts, kayaks, paddle boards and sailboats. A trip to Andy's Way is a short bike ride north and the downtown area with restaurant and shops is located a short ride south. The house offers easy access to many attractions in town.

Finally, when you decide to take a break, the family home is stocked with an assortment of puzzles and family games like Scrabble, Clue, Monopoly and more!

From a safety standpoint, carbon monoxide detectors and a brand new monitored smoke alarm system has been installed throughout the house.

We are interested in renting to families and couples that will take care of this home as if it were their own.

Absolutely no tenant dogs are allowed in the community and renters are expected to respectful of the neighbors in the upscale community. There is parking for two cars on the driveway.

Block Island is our most favorite destination! We would be excited to offer advice for newcomers to the island. We hope you decide to join us this season.

PLEASE NOTE: During June, July and August we have a 7 night minimum, with SATURDAY as our turn over day.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Trash is collected on Tues and Sat and each trash pickup has a 100 lb max. Trash above this weight will be charged separately. To avoid overage, dispose of trash on both days. Recycling is unlimited.
If you bring 2 cars, please park them back to back and not side to side in the driveway. Our driveway is BEFORE the house on the right side of the house. Please only park in the driveway.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Traveler must contact host through Vrbo within 48 hours of booking and explain stay reasonings.
Traveler must submit photo ID if requested.

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
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.06338-STR, 09/23/2025

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Block Island

Located in Block Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Settler's Rock and North Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Clayhead Nature Trail and Old Harbor. Snorkelling and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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New Shoreham, RI

What's nearby

  • Great Salt Pond - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Crescent Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mansion Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Ballard's Beach - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Coast Guard Beach - 10 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach is just steps away! Private path from upscale family home! Booking 2026! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach is just steps away! Private path from upscale family home! Booking 2026!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach is just steps away! Private path from upscale family home! Booking 2026!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach is just steps away! Private path from upscale family home! Booking 2026! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Block Island holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Crescent Beach and Scotch Beach. Mosquito Beach and Great Salt Pond are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catskill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous home at the perfect location. Plenty of space for 8 adults. Kim provided EVERYTHING you could possibly need. One of the best vacations we have had with our family and friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

A Little Bit of Heaven !

The three rules of real estate: location, location, location !!If you love the beach and easy access to the beach, this is perfect ! No getting in the car, no finding a parking space - simply walk down "the magic pathway" and you're on the best beach on Block Island ! The neighborhood is family friendly and away from the busyness of town. I can't imagine how anyone would not enjoy this property !
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

Wonderful location/Wonderful host

This house is stocked with everything you need ! The location is the very best on the island ! The host is friendly and extremely helpful and cooperative !
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Truly Relaxing

The property was perfect and had everything we needed. The location was amazing !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Love the beach access!

Great property for group. Well stocked kitchen, great views and short walk to the beach. Perfect for our needs. Thanks to Kim Brush, Property Manager, for her help.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

The best house on the island!

My family and I absolutely loved staying here. Not only do you have the most stunning beach just footsteps away but the house is clean, spacious, and organized. Kim was so lovely to speak with and was so accommodating and welcoming. We will 10000% be back in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K., Branford Ct

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

Sisters weekend

We had a wonderful time in a beautiful setting. Kim was most accommodating because of a storm and cancelled ferries. Beds comfortable, kitchen well equipped and living space awesome! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

laura n.

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

Thank You Kim

Kim’s Cozy Crescent Cottage was perfect for our COVID Respite. Kim, the owner, has provided every amenity needed and she even welcomed our daughter at ferry when we couldn’t come over right away after storm due to power outage and COVID concerns....In the crazy time of social distancing, this was THE PERFECT SPOT... quiet sandy beach, BI club watersport amenities across the street and everything we needed to enjoy dining in the cottage. Looking forward to next year and beyond...Truly Grateful for Kim and her Crescent Beach Cottage
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sue N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a spectacular spot! The house is lovely and nicely furnished, with an open and spacious living room and dining area. Beautiful views of the water and sunrise. Short distance from town but we felt miles away looking at the ocean!! Highly recommend!
Peaceful island sunrise with coffee
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family was very fortunate to spend the week in the wonderful beach home!! My daughter got engaged on the beach, which made the week even more special!! The home has tremendous views up and down the beach and especially from 2nd floor area with the living, dining, and kitchen area with a nice deck. The bedrooms and bathrooms are perfect for a family and were larger than expected. The owner, Kim, was oustanding in terms of communication and making our vacation oustanding!!
 Our beach for the week: )
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house -
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

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

Love this house and location

Check in is super easy! The kitchen has everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in; clean, fully outfitted kitchen; seamless Wi-Fi access; easy access to taxis, bicycles and rental cars. Thanks, Kim Brush (our host) for making it a wonderful Block Island vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan C.

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

Perfect weekend getaway for 3 generations

The house is beautiful and made us want to live there forever! The beach is one of the prettiest I have ever seen and even without the warmest temps we were able to spend a lot of time walking it and throwing around a football!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

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

Family Get Together

We enjoyed this rental for a brief family get-together. Our group was 7 adults and an infant. The house was well-equipped and very comfortable. The view of the ocean from the main floor is terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

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

Great stay even in fowl weather!

Year after year, the Brush house never disappoints! Looking forward to our visit next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura n.

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

Fourth of July Week

Kim and her husband are the best hosts! This is our Fourth year staying here and it was almost perfect once again…. The house, the location, the beach….normally we come in August and the basement bedrooms can be too hot and stuffy but this year in July they were a cool and quiet respite from the party going on next door until midnight on the Fourth….we knew to expect downtown Block to be crazy during the holiday but did not expect the neighbors to be screaming until midnight. That was THE ONLY downside to a beautiful and peaceful retreat. Thank you for the memories once again Kim!! Miss The Block already💙
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen S., Brooklyn

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

Long Weekend in Block Island

We rented this lovely property to attend a family wedding at Sullivan House. It was conveniently located to all wedding activities and town. The host was very communicative and helped calm our nerves as we dealt with travel and Hurricane Lee. It turned out to be a lovely weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

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

Kim covers it all!

Our 6th or 7th year staying at the Brush home. Next year already booked. The weather was a bonus! Christine and Don
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue C., Hebron, CT.

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

Outstanding !

Kim is a wonderful hostess ! She reponds to questions quickly ! The property is meticulously maintained ! Everything needed for a comfortable stay, is supplied - grandkids used puzzles and games - Grandpa enjoys the telescope !
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Perfect beach house!

Nicely renovated home with amazing location. You can hear the waves from inside and a view of beach and the ocean
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah S.

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

Block Island Beach house

Wonderful stay. House was great, clean and very functional. Had everything we needed for a great stay. Easy access to beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S., Newport, RI

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

Fab vacation house

This is the second year we’ve rented this house. The Location is fantastic- just walk down the private path to Crescent Beach. I highly recommend this vacation property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

We stay here every year. You can’t beat the location to the beach, the views, and amenities.

Great experience. We will return again next year
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kim Brush

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Our family has been traveling to Block Island for more than 40 years. Our two children have loved the island and after many years of renting, we decided to buy a home here.

We currently live in Greenwich CT, while our son and daughter attend college in Colorado. We will meet you on island for check in and check out.

Why they chose this property

We love the beach and wanted a home where everyone could come and go to beach on their own schedule. Run up to the house for a snack or to use the bathroom. No need to pack a day's worth of gear. We found that in our location at Crescent Beach Cottages.

We are the second owner of the home which we purchased from a year round Block Island resident. Since purchasing, we have thoughtfully upgraded the home to offer amenities we appreciate while still having a beach house vibe. We painted the house throughout, updated the bathrooms and kitchen with new tile and granite. We have included all of the items we use on vacation like beach chairs, boogie boards and a beach umbrella.

The house is also provides easy access to downtown shops and restaurants. It's an easy (flat!) bike ride into town or just minutes by car. New Harbor is also an easy trip buy bike as well as Andy's Way for amazing kayaking.

What makes this property unique

We have tried to offer a house on the beach, more than a beach cottage. You will have the amenities of a traditional casual home, literally steps from the beach. On vacation, what more could you want?

This is our seventh rental season and we are enjoying the opportunity to share our home with others. Block Island is such a special destination, we are excited to have other families come and experience this magical place.

We hope to see you on Block Island!

Love, The Brush Family

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