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On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Portsmouth, RI
  • Newport Bridge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Green Animals Topiary Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Teddy Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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The price is CA $256
per night
CA $348 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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About the area

Portsmouth

On the beach.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Portsmouth cottage, you'll find Newport Bridge and Green Animals Topiary Gardens. Teddy Beach and Blithewold Mansion Gardens and Arboretum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Newport Bridge - 5 min drive
  • Green Animals Topiary Gardens - 8 min drive
  • Blithewold Mansion Gardens and Arboretum - 8 min drive
  • Roger Williams University - 9 min drive
  • Colt State Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station - 26 min drive
  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Commons at RWU - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Roasters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aidan's Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪China Gourmet - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Nest - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Summer Vacation Cottage

This beach side summer cottage, located on a peaceful, dead-end street is the perfect get away. Relax with your family or friends and enjoy stunning views of Narraganset Bay, Lighthouses and amazing sunsets. Near Newport "City by the sea" famous for its scenic beaches, music festivals, opulent mansions, unique shops, five star restaurants and popularity among boating enthusiasts. Only 10 min to historic Bristol where they host the oldest Fourth of July Parade.
After a day of fun and sun, guests will appreciate returning to the quiet and relaxation on the spacious deck to breathtaking sunsets. A fully equipped kitchen ( including dish washer) affords guest the option to cook a delicious meal and dine at home.
There are two bedrooms. One with a full bed and one with bunk beds. A full Bathroom with shower.
The living room has a ceiling fan and is a comfortable space to gather, talk about the day, watch TV or play a game.
Sitting on the property in front of the cottage is a historic trolley from 1904, which ran from Newport to Fall River for many years. It was brought to Baker Road in 1948 and after some additional construction, was used as a summer cottage. Newly renovated and restored to more resemble it's original self, it is also available for seasonal rentals (see listing #791752 for details).
Contingent on availability, 10% discount is offered if both properties are rented as a package.

Please see photos.

Property manager

Isabelle Vermeersch

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Norwegian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 650 sq ft (60 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Summer Vacation
Summer Vacation Cottage Cottage
Crisp Clean Beach Front Cottage
Summer Vacation Cottage Portsmouth
Summer Vacation Cottage Cottage Portsmouth

Summer Vacation Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost a Five Star Review
Excellent overall stay with one hiccup keeping this rating from being 5 stars. The wifi router is in the other unit (trolly car) and the signal from it is absolutely nonexistent in the cottage, thus rendering the available wifi unavailable and the "smart tv" not so smart. This was a bit of a hassle as we were on a working vacation but if solid wifi isn't a priority than you'll have no worries here. Missing a good portion of the Olympic coverage was a disappointment as we are Olympic junkies and were looking forward to viewing the games when the days would wind down.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The house was big enough for the 3 of us. Cute little house, had every thing you needed. The private beach is rocky but so quiet and peaceful. The trolley did take up part of the view, but what a great of piece of history to see. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect spot for a getaway!
We loved this cottage! Away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to everything you want to do. The cottage was very clean and had every amenity needed. The kids (8 and 10) loved the bunk bed and walking to the ocean. Definitely bring water shoes or even Crocks worked great- it's very rocky at the beach but the sunsets were gorgeous. The trolley car was rented at the same time so it was a little awkward walking past them each time heading to the water but they were very nice! All the neighbors were very quiet. Two small fans are provided in the bedrooms, as well as a large ceiling fan in the living room. You might want to bring a larger fan with you as I'm sure on hot, humid nights they provide very little relief. Besides wishing the bathroom window had a curtain or privacy glass I would say the cottage is just perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Melissa C.

Amazing location... but no towels/sheets!
3.5 stars Our party consisted of two adults and one 5 yr old. If the property was listed accurately, or if Ashley had committed to changing the description/pictures to be more accurate, or this place were less expensive, including the cleaning fee, we would have rated it higher.... PROS: 1) The location is MAGICAL - right on the beach with shade options throughout the day. Yes the trolley house blocks the view, but with just a few steps you can have an unobstructed view.... 2) Ashley and Jay were nice. Jay did the amazing restoration/construction of the trolley house next door and shared some really fun history of that project. Ashley was able to supply us with sheets and towels when I called her.... 3) The kitchen has what you need to prepare a meal, and the deck was the perfect setting for most of our meals. And a new sponge was provided, which as someone sensitive to stinky sponges, I was grateful for this detail!.... CONS 1) The pictures of this property show fully made beds; no where in the (VRBO app) description or amenities section does it note sheets and towels are not provided; and the house rules that Ashley sent after I booked said towels/linen are not allowed off the property. All this implies towels/linens are included, so it was a big surprise to just find mattress covers. I called Ashley, and as stated on the Pros, she came by in an hour to deliver sheets and towels; however, she was defensive and blamed VRBO and didn't seem to acknowledge that the description, rules document, and pictures are highly misleading. It didn't sound like she planned to change them to be more accurate =/ Apparently this is a recent change; I hope she'll update all the material so future guests know about this!... 2) The cleaning was OK - brown or dusty smears on some of the pillows/mattress covers, and old coffee and filter still in the coffee maker. Not a big deal for us though. 3) The curtains are thin, so bring trash bags or something else to block the light if you/kids need darkness to sleep.... 4) As another review noted, you get just two extra toilet paper rolls. The rolls are thin, perhaps for the septic system, so they go faster than normal. We had just enough. 5) Neighbors had some foul language at times.... Lastly, not a pro/con, keep in mind -no air conditioning. On the days with a good ocean breeze, we were comfortable with fans going. On the warm humid breezeless nights, it was less comfortable. Thanks for an overall lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing sunset view
We spent the 4th of July weekend at this lovely cottage. We have 2 daughters, ages 11 and 13 and we were very comfortable. Keep the windows and screen door open for the evening breeze! It's a very nice area with access to Newport ~15-20 mins away and also Bristol which is also very nice, especially on July 4th! If you take day trips you will want to come back to the property in time to see the sunset. It's amazing. The views from the beach are fantastic. I would recommend bringing water shoes as the beach is a bit rocky. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Madeline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, despite the caveat.
Overall, we enjoyed our stay at this quaint, clean cottage by the ocean. The sunsets were beautiful, and the site is tucked away on a dead end, perfect for deep relaxation and making memories. On our 2nd day, however, maintenance workers came to prepare the other facility on the property and were rude to our guests, shortly telling them that they weren't supposed to be using the bike that was located in the unlocked shed and that they needed to return it immediately. Shortly after that, we got an unexpected message from the property manager about too many visitors, which was not explicit in the contract. We had to explain ourselves in detail, which was uncomfortable, especially since the property managers tone was a bit abrupt as well. Adding to this, there was a neighbor that seemed to constantly have and interests and our activities. I'd recommend this site to a small family planning on spending a quiet vacation alone. Otherwise, you may have the experience of being micromanaged and not truly welcomed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Arooj B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Our stay was short but worth every penny. The view was beautiful and our kids really enjoyed some time off from the city’s noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alicia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parents weekend
We came to visit our son at Roger Williams and found this gem. Comfortable and warm place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eileen B., Shelton

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what the doctor ordered!
This quaint little cottage right on the water was just what the doctor ordered. It’s clean and inviting and plenty of room for the 2 of us. Centrally located in between Bristol and Newport and local wineries. Highlight was the Boat House for sunset dinner and the Corner Cafe in Newport for breakfast. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Britaini C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet relaxing location
Quiet location perfect for relaxing with a water view. We used it for a girls get away - enjoyed it. Easy jump off point to explore Bristol, head into Newport or explore Portsmouth!

10/10 Excellent

Roger V.

Excellent Cottage
Great place and location for fantastic NAPS weekend visit. Will hope to stay again for NAPS graduation next year. Very clean and supplied vacation home. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

James K.

Photographs can be deceptive. Would like to include 2 that substantiate our review.
We were quite disappointed with our rental for several reasons: 1) the photograph of the cottage did not disclose that there was another cottage (an converted trolley car) blocking a good part of our view of the bay; 2) worse, the cottage on one side of us was little more than a neglected hovel. Yes, it was occupied, but the wall between it and our cottage comprised a series of wooden pallets stacked several feet high and including other debris (tires), and unsightly abandoned debris. The yard was awash with furniture and derelict odds and ends which further made it look like an abandoned sharecropper’s house. While highly offensive to us, I can only imagine what the owners of the truly lovely house on the other side must think. Are there no bylaws to protect against such neglect of responsible house and yard management?; 3) while the cottage was well-maintained and clean, it suffered from a lack of wardrobes or bureaus in which to store clothes; 4) the house was described as of modest size, but it seemed to fall short of that description in our estimation. If it is possible to add photographs, I have two that bear out our opinion that the view was obstructed and that the adjacent house was an eyesore of considerable consequence.

10/10 Excellent

jaime r.

The cottage was clean, bright and comfortable.
The cottage was a perfect size for the three of us. We bbq and eat our meals on the porch. The water view was a limited due to the trolley but it didn’t bother us. The trolley was very unique and cool. We really enjoyed everything about our stay and hated to leave. I would definitely rent again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Sheila J.

Very clean. Adorable. Sunsets were beautiful
All in all. Avery nice place. The unfortunate part was that for 3 days starting Tuesday at 8am, the lot directly across the street was being cleared of dense brush and trees, The noise was intense so we had to leave during the day. No one else will have to endure that. They finished Friday at noon!!! The trolley in front does impede the water view. we did enjoy most of it. If not for the construction, it would have been worth it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

Cute, charming place!
This place was really cute and in a great location. The place inside was very clean and inviting. I stayed here with my three friends, total of four adults for 3 nights. The bedrooms are on the smaller size and not a lot of storage but it didn't bother us. We just put your suitcases outside the rooms. The bunk beds are really more for children not adults, however if you are on the smaller side it works. There is a lot of outside space to hang out. The view is amazing from the place and a close drive to Newport. The only two things I would suggest is to get a blind/curtain in the bathroom and the kitchen table chairs could be a bit more comfy/bigger. Overall a very good experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Beautiful spot
Spent a great 3 days in this cottage, we also rented the trolley. Beautiful view. Great location for exploring Newport, or just sitting on the deck and watching Narragansett Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Beautiful house on the water!
We went up for a girls weekend and the house was perfect! It as the most adorable cottage by the water and in a quiet neighborhood. We will def be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary Hannah V.

Perfect for a relaxing getaway!
The cottage was fabulous and clean. Perfect for a weekend getaway. We very much enjoyed sitting on the deck and taking in the sunset from the rocky beach. Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Cute cottage in a beautiful location!
Had a great time! Beautiful view of the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Jessica D., Enfield, CT

Cute House, Great location
This house is great for 3 people. We have 4 when I stayed and it was a little cramped. The dining room table is small and uncomfortable, my sister actually cut herself on the metal. There is only 1 couch and chair so not everyone could be in the living room at the same time. Also, the kitchen is not fully stocked. I really love cooking when I rent a house and i needed a measuring cup but there wasn't one...I had to use the coffee pot to measure out cups. The owener Ashely was super nice and responsive when I contacted her so that is definitely a plus. The view was great and the little beach was perfect. Next time, however, I think I will rent the trolley because the view is unobstructed from the trolley and the trolley actually looked bigger? Overall, the stay was positive. The beds were extremely comfortable and the house is well cared for. Also, the bottle of wine was a nice touch. Always love coming to Newport/Portsmouth.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Cristina K.

Cute and comfortable
We stayed here while we attended the newport folk festival. It was quiet, quaint, and had great views. We appreciated the well stocked kitchen!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

cindy w.

absolutely awesome cottage on water...
woke up everyday to sounds of waves....Sunrises and Sunsets were AMAZING
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

donna k.

Awesome house!
Stayed with friends so we could explore the area and Newport. Great location. Very quiet and not touristy! Right on the water with beautiful views! We had rain 2 days but finally got a nice day and very much enjoyed watching the sunset over the water! The house is small but has everything you need. We were able to grill and enjoy dinner by the water. There is an adorable trolley car on the property that does block part of the view but we just took chairs and sat in front of it. You can see a small lighthouse, the beautiful bridge that is gorgeous at night and loved watching the boats go by! The neighbors were very friendly. If you stay here you must visit the topiary gardens that are close by...very cool!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

Cute and Comfortable!
Fantastic rental. Clean and comfortable. Lovely views from the trolley which is super cute. Very unique and private. Bring your kayaks, a good book and enjoy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016

8/10 Good

Julie W.

Great Little Cottage
Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, this clean, small cottage suited our needs perfectly. In the area for the AnchorDown Running Race at Colt Park, the location was central to everything we needed. The house itself is spotless, comfortable and the welcome fruit/wine gift was a pleasant surprise. The large deck with barbecue and table was our go-to place for most of our stay. It came as no surprise that the view of the ocean would be obstructed by the large trolley car in front of the house as most of the previous reviews have stated, but we walked to the stairs or down to the beach to watch the gorgeous sunsets. I have rented many vacation houses over the years and based on the price of this house, I would expect a few things to be stocked that were missing: there was no blow dryer, no bathroom soap/shampoo items (we had to run to the store for soap!), no washcloths and only 2 rolls of TP (we used what we had sparingly.) The beach is not really swimming friendly as it is very rocky and those rocks are very slippery. The girl next door took quite a spill and was bruised up. Rhode Island will always be one of our favorite vacation places and we thank you for sharing your wonderful house with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016