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Charming Seaside Cottage with Fabulous View

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Exterior
Property grounds
Beach
Exterior
A house with a covered porch, a stone foundation, and a large tree in front.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lloyd's Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Little Compton, RI
  • Place, Round Pond
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lloyd's Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Tappens Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Seaside Cottage with Fabulous View

'Starboard Watch' is a quaint seaside cottage located 50 yards from the water. A comfortable porch offers a great view of boats entering and leaving Sakonnet Harbor, along with the coast of Newport in the distance. There are two beaches within walking distance (.5 and .8 miles). Other beaches and restaurants are a short drive away.

The Sakonnet point area of Little Compton offers a beautiful setting for seaside relaxation and recreation. The Point is a common destination for road bikers and those simply out for a Sunday drive but limited access means the area is calm in the busy summer season, and very quiet and serene during the shoulder months.

Enjoy fishing off the rocky shoreline or harbor breakwater, or maybe just crabbing with your kids. Ride your bike; swim at the beach; walk 'the Loop'; or just chill on the porch with a good book. You won't find a more affordable elegant setting than Starboard Watch on Sakonnet Point.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Steep staircases may not be best for toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
There is an additional fee for approved pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 05/02/2027, RE.0205217-STR
Property # 900283
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Little Compton

Located in Little Compton, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Adams State Park and Easton's Beach, while Newport Mansions and International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum are cultural highlights. Coastal Roasters and Escobar's Highland Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Little Compton, RI

What's nearby

  • Round Pond - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lloyd's Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tappens Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Thames Street - 50 min drive - 52.2 km
  • Newport Mansions - 52 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station - 51 min drive
  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Restaurant & Lounge - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Custom House Coffee - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Mission - ‬45 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Seaside Cottage with Fabulous View pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Seaside Cottage with Fabulous View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Seaside Cottage with Fabulous View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Seaside Cottage with Fabulous View?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Seaside Cottage with Fabulous View located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Round Pond and Lloyd's Beach. Tappens Beach is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and relaxing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer getaway

We had an awesome time, great accommodations and plenty of peace and quiet to relax!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne Andrews

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Clean, comfortable, wonderfully provisioned kitchen, fabulous location. Dogs loved the yard and walk to Lloyd's beach, as did we! We loved our one rainy day in front of the fireplace, as well. Hope to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

serena m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we were looking for!!

Great location. This rental is so well organized and charming. We love our stay. The view and ability to walk or bike to several spots was perfect. Will rent again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage.

All the comforts of home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this place!

House is a quintessential beach cottage. Exactly what it should be.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful view and great house

A perfect house for a family gathering. Near 2 beaches, huge lawn for kite flying and kids to be outside and great view of harbor and Newport off in the distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mayanka T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

Cozy with a capital C! Very cute cottage by the sea with a huge yard that we enjoyed as a family. Space heaters in most rooms and a fireplace in the living area kept the space cozy despite some rain and New England chill. Highly recommend for a quaint getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Starboard Watch

The property was as advertised (cottage), which suited our needs perfectly. The kitchen was stocked with all needed pots, pans, appliances, cleaning products, firewood, and more. All enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience at seaside cottage in Little Compton

My wife and I along with 2 adult children had a wonderful trip to Little Compton. We were blessed with incredible weather which made the views even better than expected. The cottage was a perfect place and size for our family to unwind, enjoy the ocean breeze, and do all the things we wanted to do while visiting. It was an easy walk to the beach, as well as down to the harbor. Great for us, we'll definitely go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

We had a great time and the cottage worked out perfectly!

The cottage was the perfect retreat for us. It had all the necessary ammenities for a comfortable stay and most importantly had a wonderful location. We enjoyed sitting on the porch watching beautiful sunsets and riding our bikes around Little Compton. Newport was a great place to visit and on a rainy day we ventured to Maine for antiquing. Thank you for sharing your home with us... we'd love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

heaven

I want to gate keep this place because its SO special, but because the owners seem beyond kind, I also want the word to be out there that this home is perfection. The location couldn't be more perfect, overlooking the sea on the porch was divine and we loved our morning walks to the beach. The home has everything you need and then some, and although its a bit bare bones (in the best way), you will be more than comfortable. Couldn't recommend a place more!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful seaside location

My family and I enjoyed our stay in the cottage. The home was spacious and the six of us felt there was plenty of space. The bedroom and bathrooms on the first floor was perfect for my older mother. She was glad not to have another set of stairs to navigate. The house is old and has a lot of charm and quirks. We spent a lot of time on the porch overlooking the water and enjoyed it throughout the day especially at sunset. The town is very quiet and you need to drive about 15 minutes to restaurants and markets. But that keeps the town quiet and off the beaten path. There’s a secluded beach within walking distance and the owners had beach chairs to use. There’s a beautifully kept lawn but you need to bring your own yard games if you want to utilize the lawn. I’d definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th of July at Starboard Watch

We spent a great week during the 4th of July at Starboard watch! The property was as pictured if not better - we spent the majority of the time when at the house out on the porch enjoying the views. Kitchen was well appointed and we did use the charcoal grill on nights when we stayed in. For groceries, Wilbur’s General Store in town had basically everything needed without having to travel 30 minutes to Fall River or one of the larger cities for groceries. Buck was very responsive to all messages and checked in with us! We appreciated the area guide with maps to beaches and restaurant recommendations. We spent most of our days at Tappen’s Beach, which is an easy 20 minute walk from the house. Looking forward to our next trip to Little Compton!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect summer getaway

4 old friends and 1 young dog spent July 4th weekend in this absolutely delightful cottage. The house is even lovelier than the photos let on -- stunning views, cozy in the best sense, with lots of bedrooms that are each so appealing it's hard to choose among them. We cooked in on our first night, ate on the porch and watched the fireworks across the bay. It was mostly cloudy the remainder of our stay, but we walked to Lloyd's beach one day, drove to the town beach on another, and loved both. We dined out, played games, drank wine, went for walks and laughed a lot. Warmest thanks to Buck for providing the ideal setting and making it all so effortless. He's a wonderful host, answered our few questions quickly and kindly, and left a welcome note and bottle of wine for us. We are already dreaming of a return visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gracious, comfortable and cozy cottage set on a beautiful hillside lawn overlooking Sakonnet Harbor. Relax and catch the summer breeze on the wonderful covered porch.We shall return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Shawn R.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The house from hell that was terrible we should never pick

It should have a TV to internet so when you come home you can catch up on the news also no air conditioning luckily we were there when there was a breeze going or we would have been hot as hell would never rent this place again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
As the only negative review ever received (36 of of 41 are 5 star) this one is puzzling. Our rustic cottage is the most charming imaginable and the view from the porch dangerously mesmerizing - for us. We provide the high-bandwidth low-latency internet needed for Zoom calls, and I sneak in NBA playoff games on my laptop, yet we pretend we are living in a simpler time. We don't have a TV in the house, nor do we have air conditioning or insulation. An ocean breeze keeps the home cool, meaning the fans provided are rarely used. We have a fireplace and several space heaters (added more a couple of years ago) which are more likely be put to use, especially in early May or October. I suggest perusing our other reviews and reading the complete property description. That will help ensure Starboard Watch is an equally wonderful fit for you. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lori m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Starboard Watch

Had an awesome time at Starboard Watch! Perfect location, incredible views from the porch. Easy check in and out. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Starboard Watch

the house and scenery are amazing and will definitely recomend to others. One downfall I would mention is the 20-30 ride to a store for necessities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Starboard Watch

As advertised. Views spectacular. Home equipped with needed supplies. Great yard for games. Charming decor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Seaside Cottage

Quintessential ocean view New England Cottage. Gorgeous views. Small beach within walking distance. Larger beach 5-10 minute drive. Lovely quiet surrounding communities. Multiple excellent restaurants. Easy access to Newport and all that it offers. For the fishermen in the crew-good fishing for striper within walking distance at the harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Fablous

The house is just as described. It is lovely and cozy with fabulous views. The porch indeed takes you in and provides an ideal spot to unplug. The view is spectacular early morning and provides a wonderful vista for sunsets. There are nice places to walk nearby and the kitchen is easy to use. I would love to return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Hidden Gem!

We had the loveliest stay! The home is tucked away on a gorgeous property, and I enjoyed daily swims off the swimming rock followed by an outdoor shower. My 90 year old grandmother joined and soaked in the ocean views and breeze from the porch. The town has some gems as well... We got local strawberries off the road and made the most divine strawberry tiramisu. Thank you, Buck and Cady!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

must rent!!!

This rental property was absolutely amazing, and 100% true to the listing. I spend a long weekend here with friends (and our dog) over Memorial Day. The listing was accurate to description and pictures; SO beautiful. The location was perfect; somewhat secluded with views for days, close to the water where we would have swam if it was warm enough out. The yard is beautiful and clean, perfect for hanging out and taking in the views... sam goes for the porch. The cottage itself is old with so much charm. Though we had a cold weekend, we layered up and had no problems. Beds were comfy, kitchen had all the necessary tools, and the living toom was quaint and cozy. The hosts were just a text away and quick to respond as needed. 20/10, would rent again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

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