Location: Hope Valley, Rhode Island, USA (between TF Green Airport and Mystic Seaport (CT))
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
ROCKLAUREL; Sparkling gem of a house, sunny, private and charmingly decorated and the last waterfront house on a private, dead end road. This semi-secluded artist's haven in landscaped setting is surrounded by flowering gardens and the pristine water of private Wincheck Pond. Area is at the southern edge of "the last green valley" and abounds with nature preserves and hiking trails through giant rhododendrons and amazing quaking bogs. Only minutes from I-95, you feel as though you are back in time when relaxing in the hammocks at waters edge. Comfortable dining or lounging on the huge deck with waterviews. Enjoy extensive library including videotapes, DVD's and CD's. Spacious bedrooms with comfortable queen size beds, are air-conditioned, all other rooms have ceiling fans. First floor bedroom has 2 comfortable daybeds for extra sleeping. Peace and quiet for fishing, kayaking or contemplation but with world class dining and entertainment minutes away at nearby casinos. This is a perfect spot for a Honeymoon, Romantic Getaway, or a Family Vacation. Quiet lake (allows no motorboats) has areas with lily pads and egrets and lots of other native birds and wildlife. Dragonflies and butterflies abound. We provide a paddleboat, rowboat and canoes for your fishing or exploring adventures. Boat house by water has life preservers, tubes, body boards, croquet set and other outdoor games.
Beautiful new and private hot water outdoor shower is the perfect ending to outdoor fun.
Hope valley is an quaint New England village of old fashioned charm with general store, antique/arts and craft stores, farm stands and ice cream stand. Ocean beaches are less than 30 minutes away. You can reach Newport in 45 minutes, Boston in 70. Four major golf courses are within 15 minutes from this location as well as Wineries and wine tasting.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: air conditioned bedrooms
- Washer: for 2+wk stay
- Dryer: for 2+wk stay
- Linens Provided: Highest quality bed linens and down pillows, bath towels, kitchen towels, and a few beach towels.
- Off Street Parking: private and secure parking for 1 or 2 cars
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : daybeds in multi-purpose room on first floor +very comfortable sleeping
- Child Bed
- Convertible Bed: loveseat in master bedroom opens out close to floor for 1-2 children or 1 adult
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: several premium movie channels
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR (2)
- Video Library: great collection of dvds and tapes
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: eclectic music collection
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: kitchen contains everything needed for the casual or gourmet cook, including herbs and spices.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: with Icemaker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2) : upper deck for dining off kitchen and living room plus shaded patio on ground level for dining or lounging
- View/Location
- Lakefront: Lakeviews from every room. Small dock to jump from or launch canoes and kayaks from. Watch the fish jump!
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Bring your laptop
- Other Amenities
- extensive library of books, dvds, videotapes and CD's, Full Kitchen with herbs and spices and other condiments, Cooking utensils provided as well as great useable pottery collection, Linens and towels provided, Gas Grill (BBQ)and picnic table, Indoor and outdoor games, Hammocks, PADDLEBOAT AND CANOE available for fishing or exploration, Fishing from dock is great! NO SMOKING, NO PETS
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: well behaved dogs may be allowed. Must be included in rental agreement.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- 20 minutes from the Mystic Seaport and Aquarium, surrounded by hiking trails, many close golf courses and wineries.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer Rates 2007 (Jun 21-Sep 07) .. $1300/week
Multi-Week Discount. Reduced Rates for Off Season.
Rental week is Saturday - Saturday.
$400 Security Deposit.
Signed contract and 50% deposit required to hold dates.
Balance with Security deposit due 4 weeks prior to rental date.
payment thru paypal possible
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2000
Owners are retired social workers who are now full time artists with a large art studio in Coventry, CT. Rocklaurel is the perfect artist's retreat and we like to share the peace and beauty with others.
Why the Owner Chose Hope Valley
Wincheck Pond was like finding a little piece of Vermont within an hour of our home in CT. Close to the ocean and major highways, it is the perfect retreat while a great launching spot for Newport, Boston or NY. Always peaceful, we feel close to nature and can spend hours gazing at the beautiful waters of the pond.
The Unique Benefits of this House
We love feeding the fish and watching them jump. Our grandchildren swim and kayak and have many succesful fishing adventures.
Property Photos
- House on Wincheck Pond - Hope Valley, Rhode Island Secluded Vacation Rental Located on Waterfront Property
- Stairs to Deck/View of Pond - Hope Valley, Rhode Island Secluded Vacation Rental Located on Waterfront Property
- One of the Bedrooms with Queen Size Bed & Small Sleeper - Hope Valley, Rhode Island Secluded Vacation Rental Located on Waterfront Property
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Love the house, lots of great books to read. Found it very peaceful and tranquil with good fishing.