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Shady Harbor Vacation Home

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Stove and microwave
Living room with fireplace
Quonochontag Pond - Private Boat Launch
Quonochontag Pond
Fishing on Block Island Sound

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Charlestown, RI
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ninigret Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest bedroom

1 Double Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Master bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Shady Harbor Vacation Home

Charlestown, RI – Beautiful 2 story Craftsman style vacation home for rent in summer resort community (Shady Harbor, RI). 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, completely furnished (Brand new 65" T.V., Brand new Weber Gas Grill, Brand new 6 person dining set), well water and gas heat/range (for cooking). Walking distance to Quonochontaug Pond. Two (2) Beach passes to Weekapaug Beach (Shady Harbor section). Kayak to the best barrier beach in RI and enjoy a peaceful, quiet and restful vacation!
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    House Rules

    Check in after 4:00 PM
    Minimum age to rent: 25
    Check out before 10:00 AM
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    Children

    Children allowed: ages 0-17
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    Events

    No events allowed
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    Pets

    No pets allowed
    Only small dogs or cats (less than 30 pounds)
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    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted

    Check-out instructions

    The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
    Load and start the dishwasher
    Strip any used beds and gather used towels
    Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
    Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
    Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
    Outside shower is for showering after beach visits to minimize damage to inside showers and plumbing.
    No smoking
    No loud events (parties etc.) this is quiet resort community (BBQs and family gatherings are ok).

    Important information

    You need to know

    Property Registration Number 04/16/2026, RE.05487-STR
    Property # 9436928ha
    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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

    About the neighborhood

    Charlestown

    Located in Charlestown, this vacation home is near a water park and near the beach. Babcock-Smith House and Granite Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Misquamicut State Beach and Burlingame State Park. Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Fantastic Umbrella Factory are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating.
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    Charlestown, RI

    What's nearby

    • Burlingame State Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
    • East Beach - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
    • Ninigret Park - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
    • Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
    • Weekapaug Golf Club - 6 min drive - 6.8 km

    Getting around

    • Westerly Station - 14 min drive
    • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 9 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive
    • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
    • ‪Evie’s Cocktails And Comforts - ‬5 min drive
    • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
    • ‪The Haversham - ‬3 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Shady Harbor Vacation Home pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much does it cost to stay at Shady Harbor Vacation Home?

    As of Jun 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shady Harbor Vacation Home on Jun 22, 2026 start from $564, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

    How much is parking?

    Onsite parking is available at the property.

    What time is check-in at Shady Harbor Vacation Home?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Shady Harbor Vacation Home?

    Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is Shady Harbor Vacation Home located?

    Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Burlingame State Park, Kettle Pond Visitors Center, and Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge. Ninigret Park is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

    Reviews

    9.0

    Wonderful

    Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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    Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
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    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

    7.4/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Check-in

    9.8/10

    Communication

    10/10

    Location

    8.8/10

    Listing accuracy

    Reviews

    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    J A.

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

    Lovely air conditioned house with private beach access

    The house is spacious, clean and updated, plus it has laundry and access to a private beach. Andrew was very responsive. A great vacation!
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
    Verified

    6/10 Okay

    Erica V.

    Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Disliked: Cleanliness

    Nice but not clean

    The house is in a beautiful and secluded neighborhood, and even has partial water view. It has the potential to be a fantastic stay, but it was unfortunately not clean. The showers had hair in them, the cups in the cabinet had visible dirt and we had to clean before we could use anything, and worst of all for my group was the pet hair covering the carpets. I am severely allergic to cats and this was not mentioned at all in the listing and made for a very uncomfortable nights sleep. Im not sure if we caught the host on a bad weekend, but this spot could be fabulous with more attention to details.
    Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Terra H.

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

    Beyond Expectations

    The photos do not do this beautiful property justice. The house is well kept, the location is wonderful, the beach access is easy (and beaches are gorgeous) and the community is special. We are hoping to return for another New England beach vacation! Incredible memories were made - more to come!
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
    Verified

    8/10 Good

    Allison J.

    Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Disliked: Cleanliness

    best private beach ever!

    the pond and neighborhood location couldn’t have been any better. the private beach only a short drive away was amazing, especially during covid. we loved kayaking on the pond, cooking in the kitchen/on the grill and taking walks around the beautiful shady harbor neighborhood. john was very communicative which was helpful. the house could have been cleaner when we arrived, but that was our only complaint. we had such a great vacation.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Bronte A.

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

    Great Stay on Rhode Island's South Coast

    Shelter Harbor is a quiet vacation community in Southern Rhode Island. It was just the right place for a New England Staycation. The home is modern with 3 BR and 3 FULL bathrooms and plenty of space. As noted in the earlier review, there is a bonus room with futon which we used as an home office for our stay since my husband was working while the rest of us played! Internet was strong. We spent mornings on strolls through the neighborhood and kayaking (providing by hosts) on Quonnie Pond which is actually huge and afternoons on the beautiful Weekapaugh beach, just a short 10 minute drive away and super convenient thanks to parking passes included with the home. As it is a pass only beach, there was plenty of room to spread out and no crowds at all. There are also friendly lifeguards. We cooked in and grilled for most meals, and shopped at the Walmart and Stop and Shop a short drive away. We also did quite a bit of ice cream, and highly recommend HOLY COW down the street in Charlestown. Also, did take out from Matunack Oyster Bar one day, and a local pizza spot on another day. Host was easy to communicate with and addressed questions ahead of time, and while we were on-site. As the previous review stated, would suggest extra lighting in living room area for evening games and reading. Would certainly return!
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
    Response from VrboOwner on Aug 20, 2023
    Thanks Bronte, it was a pleasure hosting you and your family. I am glad you enjoyed your vacation!
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Diane B.

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

    Relaxing stay in Shady Harbor!

    My adult daughter and I were looking to get away and feel normal (in terms of social distancing) and this place delivered. The house was very spacious and actually larger than expected, allowing us to each have an overnight guest with privacy. Although a 3BR, one of the BRs has an attached room with a door, allowing for 4 (mostly) private sleeping spaces (we brought a blow up mattress - the owner has a futon mattress there). Plenty of bathrooms too. Great views from the sunroom, where we had all of our meals (seating for 4). Deck was small (and buggy at dusk), so we didn't spend much time there. We were the first guests of the season, and deliveries for kayaks/grill were still in process. 2 kayaks arrived in time for us to go out on the pond with friends (who brought their own kayaks), and the owner's parents brought their grill for us to use. The neighborhood was lovely for walks and the private ocean beach was a godsend, allowing us to come and go as we pleased, with no concerns about parking or getting a good spot. Due to COVID, we kept to the house, pond, and beach, except for a quick run to the Walmart (~2 miles away) for food & sundries, and the liquor store, so we could have mudslides in the sunroom. Only negatives were some ants (we put down traps) and the living room was dark - limited natural light despite plenty of windows, only 2 lamps, so not enough light to read at night - we're not TV people. But that did not diminish our enjoyment; just trying to be honest in case this is important to others. We were sad to leave and would definitely stay again!
    Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2020
    Response from VrboOwner on Aug 20, 2023
    Thank-you Diane! We enjoyed hosting your family. Thank-you for your kind review!

    About the host

    Hosted by Andrew Clapham

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    I am life sciences entrepreneur/owner of a life sciences business. I grew up in Rhode Island but now live in California. I am married, with two children, ages 6 and 9.

    Why they chose this property

    This property is secluded, quiet and provides access to Weekapaug beach via Quonochontaug Pond, with provided beach passes and/or boat (kayak, sailboat etc. etc.). It is three house down to the Quonochontaug right-of-way where you can kayak, sail, motor to Weekapaug Barrier Beach (very exclusive, private beach). If you are looking for seclusion and exclusivity, away from crushing crowds with the highest rated beach in RI, this is it.

    Comes with three brand new Perception Kayaks (two Perception 11.5' Eclipses and one Perception Pescador 12' Fishing Kayak with paddles and life preservers). Kayak to the best barrier beach in RI and enjoy a peaceful, quiet and restful vacation!

    What makes this property unique

    If you enjoy the beach, kayaking, windsurfering, canoeing, boating, snorkeling and lots of options for fine dining (especially seafood), this is the ideal location for you and your family. The area is quiet, secluded and will allow you to recharge your battery in solitude.

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