8 Summer Rentals in Rhode Island with Incredible Waterfront Views
Is it too early to start packing?
Summer rental listings in Rhode Island are funny: The best ones tend to advertise with a snapshot of the ocean, no interior in sight. That’s because, in the Ocean State, you could book a dark shack with no linens and musty furniture that’s right by the water and consider it a vacation well done.
No need for that, though. Homeowners are upping the ante, thanks to competition on rental sites like Airbnb and HomeAway. We consulted the latter for clean, airy and well-reviewed rentals that are booking now for the summer. Here are our top picks for your waterfront summer vacation:
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Screen-Shot-2019-04-23-at-3.24.59-PMTown: Jamestown View: Cove and ocean views Cost: $467 a night Sleeps: 9 Description: This eclectic Jamestown house, complete with painted floors, sits at the top of a bluff with a staircase down to a beach below. More info: homeaway.com.Town: Jamestown View: Cove and ocean views Cost: $467 a night Sleeps: 9 Description: This eclectic Jamestown house, complete with painted floors, sits at the top of a bluff with a staircase down to a beach below. More info: homeaway.com.
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Screen-Shot-2019-04-23-at-3.20.25-PMTown: Little Compton View: Sakonnet River and Harbor Cost: $308 a night Sleeps: 8 Description: An old-school Little Compton abode, this rental offers rustic appeal as well as seaside charm. There's also a "swimming rock" 100 yards from the home and the Stone House Restaurant is a short walk away. More info: homeaway.com.Town: Little Compton View: Sakonnet River and Harbor Cost: $308 a night Sleeps: 8 Description: An old-school Little Compton abode, this rental offers rustic appeal as well as seaside charm. There's also a "swimming rock" 100 yards from the home and the Stone House Restaurant is a short walk away. More info: homeaway.com.
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Screen-Shot-2019-04-23-at-2.45.36-PMTown: Little Compton View: the Sakonnet River Cost: $750 a night Sleeps: 6 Description: The adorable house sits on five waterfront acres with access to a private sandy beach. It's also within walking distance to town and Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards. More info: homeaway.com.Town: Little Compton View: the Sakonnet River Cost: $750 a night Sleeps: 6 Description: The adorable house sits on five waterfront acres with access to a private sandy beach. It's also within walking distance to town and Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards. More info: homeaway.com.
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Screen-Shot-2019-04-23-at-3.03.52-PMTown: Misquamicut, Westerly View: the Atlantic Ocean and Little Maschaug Pond Cost: $1,040 a night Sleeps: 12 Description: If the water views weren't enough, this restored 1920s beach cottage is gorgeous inside and out with a chef's kitchen, stone fireplace and two outdoor showers. More info: homeaway.com.Town: Misquamicut, Westerly View: the Atlantic Ocean and Little Maschaug Pond Cost: $1,040 a night Sleeps: 12 Description: If the water views weren't enough, this restored 1920s beach cottage is gorgeous inside and out with a chef's kitchen, stone fireplace and two outdoor showers. More info: homeaway.com.
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Screen-Shot-2019-04-23-at-3.14.34-PMTown: Jamestown View: the East Passage overlooking Aquidneck Island Cost: $575 a night Sleeps: 6 Description: This property is great for vacationing couples, with complete beds and baths on each floor. It sits on two acres with a private boat ramp and gazebo for picnics. More info: homeaway.com.Town: Jamestown View: the East Passage overlooking Aquidneck Island Cost: $575 a night Sleeps: 6 Description: This property is great for vacationing couples, with complete beds and baths on each floor. It sits on two acres with a private boat ramp and gazebo for picnics. More info: homeaway.com.
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Screen-Shot-2019-04-23-at-3.09.16-PMTown: Block Island View: the Atlantic Ocean Cost: $500 a night Sleeps: 6 Description: The new construction home, which sits at the edge of a bluff above a rocky beach, is twelve miles from the mainland and down a long dirt road. It doesn't get much more private than this, but without sacrificing amenities. More info: homeaway.com.Town: Block Island View: the Atlantic Ocean Cost: $500 a night Sleeps: 6 Description: The new construction home, which sits at the edge of a bluff above a rocky beach, is twelve miles from the mainland and down a long dirt road. It doesn't get much more private than this, but without sacrificing amenities. More info: homeaway.com.
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Screen-Shot-2019-04-23-at-2.55.05-PMTown: Watch Hill, Westerly View: the Pawcatuck River Cost: $1.429 a night Sleeps: 8 Description: Private with sunset views, this rental is an entertainer's dream. It boasts both a private pool and dock along with great sunset views over the river. More info: homeaway.com.Town: Watch Hill, Westerly View: the Pawcatuck River Cost: $1.429 a night Sleeps: 8 Description: Private with sunset views, this rental is an entertainer's dream. It boasts both a private pool and dock along with great sunset views over the river. More info: homeaway.com.
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Screen-Shot-2019-04-23-at-3.36.42-PMTown: Narragansett View: Atlantic Ocean Cost: $343 a night Sleeps: 8 Description: One of the larger cottages overlooking Sand Hill Cove, this rental offers a private path down to the beach. More info: homeaway.com.Town: Narragansett View: Atlantic Ocean Cost: $343 a night Sleeps: 8 Description: One of the larger cottages overlooking Sand Hill Cove, this rental offers a private path down to the beach. More info: homeaway.com.
