Rhode Island beach vacation rentals

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Home in Middletown
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews

May 30-6/1 & Aug 17-24 Open.Walk 2 beach, lg deck

JamieRating, 5 stars6 months ago
This airbnb was so unique and it surpassed my expectations in every way. The location was unbeatable with downtown Newport just 10 minutes in driving distance. The rooftop deck overlooked the bay and we got to share a beautiful sunset each night. The inside of the home had ample space for each member of our group, and provided enough privacy for each of us whilst also giving us plenty of shared spaces. The inside of the home was spotless and inviting. Sara was responsive, accommodating, and helpful each step of the way. My stay in Middletown/Newport was unforgettable. The history, charm, and natural beauty of this area is one of a kind. I can not wait to return.
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Home in Charlestown
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Quonnie Beach House Walk to the beach

JohnRating, 5 stars2 months ago
My main search was for a pet friendly rental so I could invite friends with a senior golden retriever. And secondly I wanted to be near the ocean. Having lived on Cape Cod for 25 years, I moved back to Connecticut a year ago after the passing of my wife. But the call of the ocean never fades and this rental was steps from East Beach. My stay was in February and the weather wasn't the best, but beach walks are always best when the only footsteps in the sand are your own. The rental was very accommodating with 3 bedrooms, a spacious living area and large, fully equipped kitchen. Plenty of outdoor seating is also included. Melissa was very attentive and always responded quickly when needed. I definitely recommend this rental for a peaceful adult retreat or for a full family vacation. Kids will love it with the big yard and kayaks available. Enjoy, John
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Home in Narragansett
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Vacation ranch home, near beaches/river.

JamieRating, 5 stars7 months ago
We had such a great family vacation in Narragansett! Laura was very responsive and accommodating! Highly recommend her home!
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Home in South Kingstown
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviews

Minutes to Charlestown, Greenhill, Matunuk Beaches

MattRating, 5 stars8 months ago
Sue’s home was the perfect location for a family stay in Rhode Island near the beach. She was very responsive and made our stay as seamless as possible.
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Home in Middletown
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Easton's Beach House

AnneRating, 5 stars7 months ago
David’s home was exactly as described. The house has obviously been taken care of. The house was homey and very clean. The location was very close to Bowen’s Wharf.
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Home in Middletown
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews

Newport/Middletown Beach House .3 mi to 1st beach!

ErinRating, 5 stars1 week ago
This was the perfect house for our girls weekend getaway! We had 10 guests and it comfortably slept everyone. The living room was spacious and allowed seating for all 10 of us. The decor was so cute and the house felt very clean. The beds were also comfortable! Perfect location in proximity to downtown Newport, at a more affordable price. 5-10 minute drive to almost anything we did! Highly recommend Angela’s place when visiting Newport!
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Home in Narragansett
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

Walk to Beach (1/4 Mile), Newly Renovated, A/C

RachelRating, 5 stars8 months ago
Was an absolutely incredible 2 days away! Walking distance to beach and 10 minutes from all the amazing restaurants! Gregg was super through booking process. 10/10 RECOMMEND!
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Cottage in Little Compton
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

The Anchorage Seaside Cottage

RonaRating, 5 stars8 months ago
The cottage was clean and comfortable and the location/neighborhood was terrific. Air conditioning would have been great to deal with the dampness at times but the fans kept the place comfortable enough. We will return next vacation! Loved the area as well and the guide book that Norm provided was a great help/addition.

Beach cottage rentals in Rhode Island

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Cottage in Newport
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Cozy Seaside Cottage on the Point

AmyRating, 5 stars5 months ago
The home was lovely and well equipped, just a described and portrayed in the photos. We enjoyed the helpful information available, our host was gracious and accessible. While we primarily used the shower on the first floor bathroom, the tub upstairs was beautiful and it was perfect for 3 women to have a second bathroom😉. Besides the excellent proximity to town, we really appreciated the delightful collection of art and artifacts decorating her home. Thank you for sharing your charming home!
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Cottage in South Kingstown
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 229 reviews

Riverview beach cottage

MichaelRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
It was the perfect location for a college visit to University of Rhode Island. The surrounding towns had great restaurants and were easy to get to. We spent an afternoon in Newport as well which was only 25 minutes away. I strongly recommend staying here.
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Cottage in Charlestown
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews

Pet-Friendly Private Beach Oceanfront Cottage A/C

BrittaineyRating, 5 stars6 days ago
Highly recommend! Beautiful space with an incredible location right on the water! Stunning sunsets and views! So quiet and peaceful. Appreciated the very clear directions from Elizabeth in terms of the house and local area! Can’t wait to return!
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Cottage in South Kingstown
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

The Snug Cottage: Walk to Water-Newly Renovated

NancyRating, 5 stars6 months ago
Beautiful cottage and location. Most of the local eateries( which are excellent) are within walking or biking distance, and the beaches are gorgeous. This is a place where quiet, calm and peacefulness blow in with the ocean breezes and envelope every part of oneself. A truly restful and restorative experience. Thank you, Marnee. Nancy and Peter B
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Cottage in South Kingstown
5 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

A very special beach cottage in the country

CatherineRating, 5 stars5 months ago
My sisters and I gathered at Carla's place for our first ever sisters' getaway and it was perfect. We drove in and out of Newport and walked to Wakefield and enjoyed the peace of returning to Carla's place to hangout together. Carla was super helpful with recommendations of local places to go and a great host.
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Cottage in Portsmouth
5 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews

Cozy Cottage Near Newport & Bristol. Walk to Beach

LindseyRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
I cannot say enough about our stay in Allison's home. Allison was extremely organized, thoughtful, responsive and kind. The house is exactly as described. It is EXTREMELY clean and organized. She even left us snacks and water upon our arrival. As a host, she goes above and beyond. She has every amenity you could possibly need while traveling with a family. There are games, books, toys, etc for kids to enjoy. We felt extremely safe at her home and she answered any and all questions we had about the area. We were extremely satisfied with our stay and would recommend her home to anyone. Her house felt like home and we will definitely be booking again when traveling to the area in the future!
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Cottage in Narragansett
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Bonnet's Little Beauty !

KatherineRating, 5 stars5 months ago
This is a quintessential beach house in a beach community. It was perfect for our weekend, would absolutely recommend.
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Cottage in Middletown
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

The Beach House - Charming Cottage Close to it All

MeganRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
We had such a great stay at Matt & Shannon's house. It's in a great area, close to the Cliff Walk and minutes from Thames Street and Bowen's Wharf. The house was clean and comfortable and had plenty of room for our group of 7 adults to hang out and spread out. We appreciated the complimentary local treats set out on the counter for us when we arrived. We stayed in and cooked the first night, and while I bring a lot of my own kitchen equipment when traveling, we found everything else we needed, from knives to cutting boards to prep bowls. Also, the fridge was completely empty when we arrived—a huge plus, as we were able to fit all our own stuff in it. The house looked just like the pictures, and there was plenty of room in the driveway for 4 cars. Would definitely stay here again!

Rhode Island cottage rentals

Top guest favorite
Cottage in Little Compton
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

Brady cottage, Little Compton, RI

MichaelRating, 5 stars4 months ago
This is the second time I’ve stayed at Sheila’s cottage. It’s always a pleasant experience. Sheila is very responsive, and I’m highly satisfied with the cottage. It’s exactly as described, and everything worked flawlessly. I could not recommend this more highly.
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Cottage in Westerly
4.62 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

Misquamicut Beach cottage

CindyRating, 5 stars6 months ago
This is a very nice cottage right across the road from the beach. There is everything you need for a comfortable stay, and the beds are comfortable, too. We were just in the area for a memorial service in October, and hope we can return sometime in warmer weather. We were able to walk the beach before a very long ride home, and we were extremely grateful for that opportunity. Nicholas was very kind and helpful, and I/we all appreciated his flexibility.
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Cottage in Narragansett
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviews

Lux Waterfront Cottage-Bonnet Shores, Narragansett

JenniferRating, 5 stars2 days ago
I can’t say enough about Vicky and Rick‘s place. Not only is it the cutest little cottage on the water, but it is in a great location and a perfect little neighborhood. The house has all the amenities needed. All instructions for everything were very laid out. It was clean and modern, but with a vintage feel. The bedroom is amazing with all around windows and a great view of the water. I would definitely come back here again perhaps in the fall or summer. Highly recommended!
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Cottage in North Kingstown
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews

5-STAR Cove Cottage near Newport - Walk to Beach

DanaRating, 5 stars8 months ago
We absolutely loved the cottage, and we would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in a quiet, cozy cottage in the perfect location😁
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Cottage in South Kingstown
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Wash Pond Cottage

MichaelRating, 5 stars7 months ago
A true getaway weekend at Wash Pond house. The scenery is beautiful from the large deck overlooking the pond, right down to the dock at the base of the water. The rustic cottage's soothing atmosphere in this secluded area is everything one could ask for. The house has all the essentials and more to make you feel right at home. Katrina is an incredible host; friendly, helpful and attentive. I highly suggest the Wash Pond experience.
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Cottage in Tiverton
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Hogan Cottage, Water Front on Nanaquaket Pond

NatalieRating, 5 stars6 months ago
New England Perfection - My husband and I were in town for a wedding. The cottage on the water was adorable/clean and had everything we needed. The view and the seating out by the pond were perfect for coffee, wine and and just taking in the scenery and nature. Loved the extra touches like coffee, cream, bottled water and COOKIES! ;-) Would love to return!
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Cottage in Narragansett
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Beach Cottage Located in Private Beach Community

SpencerRating, 5 stars8 months ago
Mary’s place was great! Everything was clean, the place was walking distance to the beach, and it was the perfect size for 2 people. Would stay here again! Note: Make sure to bring your own shampoo and body soap. It says on the listing that soap is included but when we arrived there was only hand soap and nothing for the shower which wasn’t a big deal since we had packed some.
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Cottage in Tiverton
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 300 reviews

Beachfront Driftwood Cottage!

MeganRating, 5 stars5 days ago
Beautiful private home with incredible views. Always enjoy our stay ! Thank you for having us for many years now.

Your guide to Rhode Island

Welcome to Rhode Island

Rhode Island is the tiniest state in the United States, but you can hardly tell, because there’s so much to see and do in this place it feels anything but small. Start with 400 miles of classic New England coastline defined by beautiful windswept beaches dotted with lighthouses and clam shacks. Fresh seafood hauled from the chilly Atlantic is transformed into local favorites such as stuffies, fried globes of breadcrumb and clams served on the half shell. Rhode Island’s capital city, Providence, is an unpretentious cultural hub, home to lively dive bars, buzzy restaurants, and one of the country’s premier art colleges, the Rhode Island School of Design. Drive 45 minutes south to tony Newport and you’ll be in the land of Gilded Age mansions and yachts. Whether you decide to undertake a driving tour of colonial towns, go museum and gallery hopping, or simply pad around a sunny coastal village in shorts and sandals, diminutive Rhode Island has lots to offer.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Rhode Island

Rhode Island experiences four true seasons. Hot, sunny summers are ideal to book a beach holiday in one of the state’s many vacation rentals, while crisp fall months bring colorful foliage and classic seasonal activities such as apple picking. In winter, the landscape is transformed into a snowy wonderland, and towns twinkle with holiday lights. In spring, the warm days signal the start of outdoor festival season, and Rhode Island bustles with celebrations of jazz, chowder, and even daffodils.


Top things to do in Rhode Island

Block Island

For a true glimpse of New England living and scenery, hop aboard the ferry to Block Island, located off Rhode Island’s southern shore in Narragansett Bay. This pretty circle of green ringed with gorgeous shoreline is home to sandy coastal paths, historic brick lighthouses, and miles of old stone walls stretched across verdant farmland.

WaterFire

A trail of more than 80 bonfires is set ablaze atop the surface of the three rivers that flow through Providence, filling the canals with a warm glow and the air with the smell of wood smoke, as onlookers and musicians line the banks. Created by sculptor Barnaby Evans, the work has existed in some form since 1994, and comes alive during the summer months, and additional select days throughout the year. Check the WaterFire website for dates.

Mansion Hopping

A trip to Newport isn’t complete without ogling the opulent Gilded Age mansions here. The Preservation Society of Newport County offers tours of ten of these over-the-top temples to wealth, including The Breakers, a 70-room Italian Renaissance-style palazzo built by the Vanderbilt family. The interior looks a bit like a wedding cake dipped in gold and velvet.

Destinations to explore