Home faces east; on a clear day you can see Cuttyhunk Island from upstairs.
Location: Little Compton, Rhode Island, USA (45 min. to Providence; 45 min. to Newport; 1 hr. to Boston) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
Keywords: Beach cottage with open layout and cool ocean breezes
Little Compton is Cape Cod 30 years ago. It's Thornton Wilder, Norman Rockwell and Currier & Ives all rolled into one. It's the kind of place where the heart of town is still the hub of town--where you go for groceries, good books, strong coffee and the latest local news. It's also pastoral meadows abutting pristine beach, and lobster pots adjacent to moored sailboats. Little Compton is actually three smaller communities: The Commons (in the center of town), Sakonnet Point (at the southern end of town, jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean) and Adamsville (on the eastern side, bordering Massachusetts).
This beautifully decorated, charming gray shingled beach house has an east view of the Atlantic Ocean. On a clear day you can see as far as Cuttyhunk Island from the second story windows. The ocean views are spectacular. Goosewing Beach, surrounded by Nature Conservancy lands, is connected to the Town Beach, just 1/4 mile away. Goosewing was written up as one of New England's Top Ten Beaches by USAirways Magazine. Ferries to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket leave from New Bedford, Massachusetts, just 20 minutes away by car. New Bedford was the setting for Herman Melville's classic fish tale Moby Dick.
ONE WEEK MINIMUM RENTAL: June, July & August.
Price: June 30 through Labor Day $1800 p/week.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : In basement.
- Dryer : In basement.
- Linens Provided : Bring your own Loofah or washcloth.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Gravel driveway has room for small boat.
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Distant ocean views from master bedroom.
- Twin/Single Bed : Total of 4 single beds in two rooms, one with distant ocean views.
- Convertible Bed : Sofa in sitting room, off kitchen, converts to bed.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library : Earle's Gas Station, right downtown, has first-run DVDs available for rent.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Brand new gourmet kitchen just completed in Jan. 2010 with granite countertops and state-of-the art stainless, range, refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher. Lobster pot, lobster eating utensils also included.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Flatware for 12.
- Refrigerator : Dual door, with automatic icemaker.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2) : First floor deck (pictured) wraps around entire east/south facing sides of house. Additional deck off kitchen (west facing) is large enough for table for 4.
- View/Location
- Beach View : Distant ocean view. On a clear day, you can see South Shore Beach and all the way to Cuttyhunk Island.
- Ocean View : Distant beach view. On a clear day, you can see South Shore Beach and all the way to Cuttyhunk Island.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Computer : Wireless printer provided.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless Internet provided.
- Other Amenities
- Outdoor hot/cold shower off kitchen deck comes in handy after beach visits.Beach chairs, umbrellas, bicycle, boogie boards provided. Two patio dining tables provided. New roof installed Spring 2010. Two FULL athrooms renovated Winter 2012.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : No more than ONE pet. Extra pet deposit required.
- Kid Friendly : Large yard suitable for badminton or croquet.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 26.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
June 30, 2012 through Labor Day...$1800/week. Off-season: $1500 per week.
ONE WEEK MINIMUM RENTAL!
Check-in time 2 p.m. Sat.; Check-out time 10 a.m. Sat.
Refundable security deposit (1/2 of lease amount) due at signing.
Non-refundable, $150 cleaning deposit due at signing.
Lease executed by property manager with consent of owner.
Call re: pre and post-season rentals. Off-season: 3-NIGHT MINIMUM.
ONE PET ACCEPTED with additional security deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
5 Min. to Top 10 New England Beach; Ocean Views; New Kitchen
Year Purchased: 1998
South Shore and the nearby Goosewing Beach, considered among the most beautiful New England beaches.
Nature preserve, considered by many one of New England's finest beaches.
Property Photos
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- Home faces east; on a clear day you can see Cuttyhunk Island from upstairs. - Little Compton, Rhode Island Vacation Rental
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- Goosewing and Town Beach beaches are 5 minutes away. - Little Compton, Rhode Island Vacation Rental
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- Little Compton's beauty remains unchanged. - Little Compton, Rhode Island Vacation Rental
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- Dining room table seats 10-12.
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- Living room has seating for 7-8.
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- Cozy home features family quarters upstairs.
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- Master bedroom features queen-size bed, ceiling fan and bath access.
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- Second bedroom features two twin beds, sitting area and ceiling fan.
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- Third bedroom features two twin beds and ceiling fan with sailing motif.
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- Front porch extends the entire length of the house.
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- Brand new gourmet kitchen was just installed January 2010.
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- Granite countertops, apron-front sink, task lighting and lots of storage.
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- Computer work station or writing nook.
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- Downstairs bath features shower/tub combo and is off kitchen.
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- Upstairs bath features tub/shower combo and dual vanities.
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- Linens and beach towels are all included; your summer retreat awaits!
Traveler Reviews (4)
Lovely and Comfortable Home
Guest: Selah
(Connecticut)
Date of Stay: 07/11/09
Review Submitted: 07/07/11
This home is in a quiet neighborhood within a pleasant walk to the local beach. Nicely decorated and very comfortable. The town of Little Compton is adorable and so is the neigboring town of Tiverton. These two communities are very slow paced and quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and are looking forward to returning someday.
Owner response:So happy you had a nice stay!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Charming Vacation Retreat
Guest: Brittany
(Ronceverte, WV, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/11/11
Review Submitted: 06/20/11
My Fiance and I stayed here in mid-June, the water was cold but the beach was beautiful. We found everything we needed at the house and enjoyed the charm of a small beach town. We are planning our wedding in the area next year and plan to rent the place for family etc.
Owner response:Yes, the New England water can be colder in June, but the days are beautiful. Thanks for your review!
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End of Season Stay
Guest: LC
(FL)
Date of Stay: 09/04/10
Review Submitted: 04/18/11
The owners live out of town and do not check the place before renting. We rented at the end of the season and the place was extremely dirty. We covered the couch as we were afraid to sit on it, the pillows were covered in drool, and the bathrooms smelled so bad (like a dark subway corner if you know what I mean). It was eye-watering when we closed the windows for the fall. We were not able to get the smell out even with extensive cleaning. We left 2 wks early and could not get a refund for those 2 weeks. I originally asked out of the contract after 5 wks to get back to work (a job offer came in) but the owners accused us of making it up. This was after they asked us to hurricane proof the exterior! When I emailed pictures of the filth they just got angry. Be careful with this place. Never again!
Owner response:Very interesting comment by this VRBOer. family who rented just prior is coming back this summer! Immediately after Mrs. X's arrival, both my husband and I called to check in on Mrs. X, hubby and their two dogs. They uttered not a word about accommodations, neither to us or our local rental agent. Our home is cleaned thoroughly between renters and if there was anything unsatisfactory, the appropriate time to voice this was immediately after check-in. As far as hurricane prep, we just asked that the outdoor furniture be moved under cover. "Oh, no problem," renters said. We never heard from Mrs. X for nearly six weeks until she received a temp job offer in another state. We never heard any complaints about cleanliness until she requesed to break her lease. We asked her to honor her lease because we had already turned down a number of possible renters. Also, my husband and I checked on our house immediately after these renters checked out. What we saw was only normal wear and tear which we have completely remediated, including installing new rugs throughout, having the couch professionally cleaned, etc. We also refunded this couple's security deposit.
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Guest: Karen
(Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 08/07/10
Review Submitted: 08/20/10
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The street was friendly and our 5-year-old son made some nice friends during our stay. Your home is warm, inviting and comfortable. We especially liked all the paintings. All in all beautiful weather, a beautiful spot and many fond memories...many thanks.
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