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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
