Location: East Matunuck, Rhode Island, USA (South Kingstown)
Accommodations: Home, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 9-14)
Recently renovated, handicap accessible, attractively furnished, bright and airy home with WiFi sits high on a hillside facing southwest for amazing water view sunsets and abundant sunlight throughout the day.
The home has 2 master bedroom suites, each with its own private bath & TV, plus a 3rd full bath, 2 additional bedrooms and a bonus room with 2 queen size futons making it ideal for 2 families to share the home, or to comfortably accommodate guests.
Waterfront with a private dock on Potter's Pond, a pristine salt pond, this is a perfect location for clamming, fishing, crabbing, kayaking, windsurfing, boating, water- and jet-skiing.
An extra wide outdoor deck overlooks the tranquil salt pond and is perfect for family gatherings and barbecues. Only 1 mile to great family ocean beach with all amenities (lifeguards; food; bathrooms), and great waves for body surfing and boogie boarding.
Enjoy all 4 seasons in East Matunuck. Of course, Summer is the premium season for beachgoing and watersports, but Winter and Spring are great for tranquility, wood-stove fires, and the beauty of uncrowded off-season beach strolls with the pounding surf and windblown sand. The Spring sunshine helps to warm the brisk ocean air, and there are usually a number of days of sunbathing weather in May & June, if not at the beach, then on the deck where the off shore winds are calmer. The winter surf attracts a hardy group of die-hard surfers (including our son), who swear that the technology of modern wetsuits keeps them warm in the coldest of nor'easters, which produce the best waves of the year. If you can't join them, you can watch!
September is a local secret, with the warmest ocean temperatures of the year. The absence of tourists and crowds makes the beaches close to private, and the best restaurants are much easier to access without reservations. Those who vacation in South County at this time of year understand the local bumper sticker 'Pray for Labor Day'. In October, the outstanding foliage and fishing are great attractions.
Tired of the crowds, congestion, and traffic of the Cape? South County RI was selected as one of the 12 best places to vacation by CNN's Money Magazine in April 2001. Not only are the beaches beautiful, but also nearby are golf courses, tennis, shopping, fishing, kayaking, windsurfing, mini-golf, bumper boats, go-carts -even an indoor ice skating rink!
For a little culture, there is a variety of museums and galleries to visit. This home is centrally located between Watch Hill & Narragansett for easy access to great dining and sightseeing. Enjoy outdoor performances? Your choices range from Blues on the Beach to the RI Philharmonic Orchestra to Shakespeare in the Park.
Easy day trips include catching the ferry to Block Island or Martha's Vineyard, sightseeing in Newport, or chartering a fishing boat from the local marina. Catch the famous 'Waterfire' in historic Providence. Other area attractions in neighboring Connecticut include Mystic Seaport & Aquarium, Foxwoods & Mohegan Sun Casinos, and the Pequot Museum. Owner provides comprehensive guide to local attractions & activities.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Sheets & pillowcases provided ONLY when requested; additional charge applies they are laundered at the end of your stay.
- Garage
- Off Street Parking: Ample space on property for parking up to 6 cars.
- Wood Stove: Has an open front that provides the same view as a fireplace.
- Beds
- King Bed: in huge lower level master suite.
- Queen Bed: in main floor master suite.
- Double Bed: on bottom of bunk bed in 4th bedroom
- Twin/Single Bed: 2 twin captains beds in 3rd bedroom.
- Bunk Bed: in 4th bedroom has double bed on bottom and twin on top.
- Convertible Bed: 2 queen size futons are in newly renovated lower level bonus room.
- Crib: with dresser is in an alcove of lower level master suite.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: TV with digital cable & HBO is in great room; both master bedrooms have TVs with basic cable.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: has all amenities for a comfortable stay; brand new stove purchased April '08.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher: new DW purchased May '08
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Deck is extra wide with incredible sunset & waterviews; features outdoor furniture (dining table & chairs with umbrella, picnic table, lounge chairs and built-in benches); outdoor shower is great after a day at the beach.
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: Waterfront with great views & a private dock on Potters Pond, a pristine saltpond that is great for crabbing, clamming, fishing, and watersports.
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Broadband cable modem
- Other Amenities
- This home features 2 master suites, each has a private bath and TV with basic cable. Great Room includes 2 comfortable lounge areas, wood-burning stove, TV with digital cable & HBO, and WiFi (wireless broadband cable modem). Overhead & stand fans are in every room. Newly renovated downstairs game room has 2 futon couches that convert to queen size beds, bumper pool & board games.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): Features include: Ramp entry & one floor living (except for lower level bedroom); main floor master bath has a shower stall with a very low threshold, movable no-slip chair, hand-held shower spray and extra wall-mounted grab bars; toilet has grab bars, raised seat and movable bath tissue holder. Owner will send photos of accessible features on request.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): All doors on main floor are wide enough for wheelchair access; all furniture can be easily moved to accommodate comfortable wheelchair passage; kitchen sink and cutting board counter are wheelchair accessible.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Adults must be 25 or older.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Private dock is suitable for small craft e.g. Boston whalers/jet skis/kayaks. The height of a boat is what is important. The clearance from the water to the bridge is about 7 feet. (example: an 18 foot center consol whaler with a fold down windshield can get through) You can bring a boat in at the lowest of tides & use it all over the pond for the week, then remove it at low tide or you can get a weekly slip within walking distance to the house also. 4 Marinas are nearby for water sport rentals. Saltpond is great for fishing, crabbing, & clamming. Nearby in East Matunuck are 2 great beaches for swimming, snorkeling & boogieboarding. Tennis & basketball courts are a short bike ride away. A great surf break (Matunuck Point/Deep Hole) is adjacent. Within a short drive are Fitness & Wellness Centers. Owner provides a comprehensive guide to local activities.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 2010 - $2,000/wk
June 5-19 2010 - $2,000/wk June 19-26 - $2,500/wk
June 26 - July 3, 2010 - $3,000/wk
Reminader of July 2010 - $3,000/wk
August 2010 - $3,000/wk Sept 4-11 - $3,000/wk
Remainder of Sep 2010 - $2,000/wk
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Sunset & Water Views from Deck - East Matunuck, Rhode Island Vacation Rental
- View of Home & Spacious Yard from Dock - East Matunuck, Rhode Island Vacation Rental
- Extra Wide Deck includes Gas Grill & Picnic Table (Not Shown) - East Matunuck, Rhode Island Vacation Rental
- Kitchen & Dining Area
- Lounge Area of Great Room (2nd seating area not shown)
- Main Floor Master Bedroom (includes Private Bathroom - not shown)
- Downstairs Master Bedroom (Includes Private Bath & Alcove with Crib - not shown)
- 3rd Bedroom with Full Size (Bottom) & Twin (Top) Bunk Beds
- 4th Bedroom with 2 Twin Beds
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