Summer Vacation Cottage

Kitchen, dining area, part of the living area and view into bedroom

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(39 Ratings)

Cottage in Portsmouth, RI

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this cottage rental

This beach side summer cottage, located on a peaceful, dead-end street is the perfect get away. Relax with your family or friends and enjoy stunning views of Narraganset Bay, Lighthouses and amazing sunsets. Near Newport "City by the sea" famous for its scenic beaches, music festivals, opulent mansions, unique shops, five star restaurants and popularity among boating enthusiasts. Only 10 min to historic Bristol where they host the oldest Fourth of July Parade. After a day of fun and sun, guests will appreciate returning to the quiet and relaxation on the spacious deck to breathtaking sunsets. A fully equipped kitchen ( including dish washer) affords guest the option to cook a delicious meal and dine at home. There are two bedrooms. One with a full bed and one with bunk beds. A full Bathroom with shower. The living room has a ceiling fan and is a comfortable space to gather, talk about the day, watch TV or play a game. Sitting on the property in front of the cottage is a historic trolley from 1904, which ran from Newport to Fall River for many years. It was brought to Baker Road in 1948 and after some additional construction, was used as a summer cottage. Newly renovated and restored to more resemble it's original self, it is also available for seasonal rentals (see listing #791752 for details). Contingent on availability, 10% discount is offered if both properties are rented as a package. Please see photos.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Portsmouth, RI

Nearby attractions

Roger Williams Park Zoo

22.1 mi

Marble House

18.1 mi

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Summer Vacation Cottage

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4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(39 Ratings)

Cottage in Portsmouth, RI

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Portsmouth, RI

Nearby attractions

Roger Williams Park Zoo

22.1 mi

Marble House

18.1 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(39 Ratings)

4.0 / 5.0

Aug 2021

Almost a Five Star Review

Almost a Five Star Review

Excellent overall stay with one hiccup keeping this rating from being 5 stars. The wifi router is in the other unit (trolly car) and the signal from it is absolutely nonexistent in the cottage, thus rendering the available wifi unavailable and the "smart tv" not so smart. This was a bit of a hassle as we were on a working vacation but if solid wifi isn't a priority than you'll have no worries here. Missing a good portion of the Olympic coverage was a disappointment as we are Olympic junkies and were looking forward to viewing the games when the days would wind down.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2020

Great location

Great location

The house was big enough for the 3 of us. Cute little house, had every thing you needed. The private beach is rocky but so quiet and peaceful. The trolley did take up part of the view, but what a great of piece of history to see. We enjoyed our stay.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2020

A perfect spot for a getaway!

A perfect spot for a getaway!

We loved this cottage! Away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to everything you want to do. The cottage was very clean and had every amenity needed. The kids (8 and 10) loved the bunk bed and walking to the ocean. Definitely bring water shoes or even Crocks worked great- it's very rocky at the beach but the sunsets were gorgeous. The trolley car was rented at the same time so it was a little awkward walking past them each time heading to the water but they were very nice! All the neighbors were very quiet. Two small fans are provided in the bedrooms, as well as a large ceiling fan in the living room. You might want to bring a larger fan with you as I'm sure on hot, humid nights they provide very little relief. Besides wishing the bathroom window had a curtain or privacy glass I would say the cottage is just perfect for a family getaway.

4.0 / 5.0

Jul 2020

Great stay, despite the caveat.

Great stay, despite the caveat.

Overall, we enjoyed our stay at this quaint, clean cottage by the ocean. The sunsets were beautiful, and the site is tucked away on a dead end, perfect for deep relaxation and making memories. On our 2nd day, however, maintenance workers came to prepare the other facility on the property and were rude to our guests, shortly telling them that they weren't supposed to be using the bike that was located in the unlocked shed and that they needed to return it immediately. Shortly after that, we got an unexpected message from the property manager about too many visitors, which was not explicit in the contract. We had to explain ourselves in detail, which was uncomfortable, especially since the property managers tone was a bit abrupt as well. Adding to this, there was a neighbor that seemed to constantly have and interests and our activities. I'd recommend this site to a small family planning on spending a quiet vacation alone. Otherwise, you may have the experience of being micromanaged and not truly welcomed.

4.0 / 5.0

Jul 2020

Amazing location... but no towels/sheets!

Amazing location... but no towels/sheets!

3.5 stars Our party consisted of two adults and one 5 yr old. If the property was listed accurately, or if Ashley had committed to changing the description/pictures to be more accurate, or this place were less expensive, including the cleaning fee, we would have rated it higher.... PROS: 1) The location is MAGICAL - right on the beach with shade options throughout the day. Yes the trolley house blocks the view, but with just a few steps you can have an unobstructed view.... 2) Ashley and Jay were nice. Jay did the amazing restoration/construction of the trolley house next door and shared some really fun history of that project. Ashley was able to supply us with sheets and towels when I called her.... 3) The kitchen has what you need to prepare a meal, and the deck was the perfect setting for most of our meals. And a new sponge was provided, which as someone sensitive to stinky sponges, I was grateful for this detail!.... CONS 1) The pictures of this property show fully made beds; no where in the (VRBO app) description or amenities section does it note sheets and towels are not provided; and the house rules that Ashley sent after I booked said towels/linen are not allowed off the property. All this implies towels/linens are included, so it was a big surprise to just find mattress covers. I called Ashley, and as stated on the Pros, she came by in an hour to deliver sheets and towels; however, she was defensive and blamed VRBO and didn't seem to acknowledge that the description, rules document, and pictures are highly misleading. It didn't sound like she planned to change them to be more accurate =/ Apparently this is a recent change; I hope she'll update all the material so future guests know about this!... 2) The cleaning was OK - brown or dusty smears on some of the pillows/mattress covers, and old coffee and filter still in the coffee maker. Not a big deal for us though. 3) The curtains are thin, so bring trash bags or something else to block the light if you/kids need darkness to sleep.... 4) As another review noted, you get just two extra toilet paper rolls. The rolls are thin, perhaps for the septic system, so they go faster than normal. We had just enough. 5) Neighbors had some foul language at times.... Lastly, not a pro/con, keep in mind -no air conditioning. On the days with a good ocean breeze, we were comfortable with fans going. On the warm humid breezeless nights, it was less comfortable. Thanks for an overall lovely stay!

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2020

Great location

Great location

Our stay was short but worth every penny. The view was beautiful and our kids really enjoyed some time off from the city’s noise.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2020

Amazing sunset view

Amazing sunset view

We spent the 4th of July weekend at this lovely cottage. We have 2 daughters, ages 11 and 13 and we were very comfortable. Keep the windows and screen door open for the evening breeze! It's a very nice area with access to Newport ~15-20 mins away and also Bristol which is also very nice, especially on July 4th! If you take day trips you will want to come back to the property in time to see the sunset. It's amazing. The views from the beach are fantastic. I would recommend bringing water shoes as the beach is a bit rocky. Great place!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2019

Parents weekend

Parents weekend

We came to visit our son at Roger Williams and found this gem. Comfortable and warm place

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2019

Just what the doctor ordered!

Just what the doctor ordered!

This quaint little cottage right on the water was just what the doctor ordered. It’s clean and inviting and plenty of room for the 2 of us. Centrally located in between Bristol and Newport and local wineries. Highlight was the Boat House for sunset dinner and the Corner Cafe in Newport for breakfast. Will definitely stay here again

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2019

Quiet relaxing location

Quiet relaxing location

Quiet location perfect for relaxing with a water view. We used it for a girls get away - enjoyed it. Easy jump off point to explore Bristol, head into Newport or explore Portsmouth!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2018

Excellent Cottage

Excellent Cottage

Great place and location for fantastic NAPS weekend visit. Will hope to stay again for NAPS graduation next year. Very clean and supplied vacation home. Thanks

1.0 / 5.0

Sep 2018

Photographs can be deceptive. Would like to include 2 that substantiate our review.

Photographs can be deceptive. Would like to include 2 that substantiate our review.

We were quite disappointed with our rental for several reasons: 1) the photograph of the cottage did not disclose that there was another cottage (an converted trolley car) blocking a good part of our view of the bay; 2) worse, the cottage on one side of us was little more than a neglected hovel. Yes, it was occupied, but the wall between it and our cottage comprised a series of wooden pallets stacked several feet high and including other debris (tires), and unsightly abandoned debris. The yard was awash with furniture and derelict odds and ends which further made it look like an abandoned sharecropper’s house. While highly offensive to us, I can only imagine what the owners of the truly lovely house on the other side must think. Are there no bylaws to protect against such neglect of responsible house and yard management?; 3) while the cottage was well-maintained and clean, it suffered from a lack of wardrobes or bureaus in which to store clothes; 4) the house was described as of modest size, but it seemed to fall short of that description in our estimation. If it is possible to add photographs, I have two that bear out our opinion that the view was obstructed and that the adjacent house was an eyesore of considerable consequence.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2018

The cottage was clean, bright and comfortable.

The cottage was clean, bright and comfortable.

The cottage was a perfect size for the three of us. We bbq and eat our meals on the porch. The water view was a limited due to the trolley but it didn’t bother us. The trolley was very unique and cool. We really enjoyed everything about our stay and hated to leave. I would definitely rent again.

3.0 / 5.0

Aug 2018

Very clean. Adorable. Sunsets were beautiful

Very clean. Adorable. Sunsets were beautiful

All in all. Avery nice place. The unfortunate part was that for 3 days starting Tuesday at 8am, the lot directly across the street was being cleared of dense brush and trees, The noise was intense so we had to leave during the day. No one else will have to endure that. They finished Friday at noon!!! The trolley in front does impede the water view. we did enjoy most of it. If not for the construction, it would have been worth it.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2018

Cute, charming place!

Cute, charming place!

This place was really cute and in a great location. The place inside was very clean and inviting. I stayed here with my three friends, total of four adults for 3 nights. The bedrooms are on the smaller size and not a lot of storage but it didn't bother us. We just put your suitcases outside the rooms. The bunk beds are really more for children not adults, however if you are on the smaller side it works. There is a lot of outside space to hang out. The view is amazing from the place and a close drive to Newport. The only two things I would suggest is to get a blind/curtain in the bathroom and the kitchen table chairs could be a bit more comfy/bigger. Overall a very good experience!

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2018

Beautiful spot

Beautiful spot

Spent a great 3 days in this cottage, we also rented the trolley. Beautiful view. Great location for exploring Newport, or just sitting on the deck and watching Narragansett Bay.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2018

Beautiful house on the water!

Beautiful house on the water!

We went up for a girls weekend and the house was perfect! It as the most adorable cottage by the water and in a quiet neighborhood. We will def be back.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2017

Perfect for a relaxing getaway!

Perfect for a relaxing getaway!

The cottage was fabulous and clean. Perfect for a weekend getaway. We very much enjoyed sitting on the deck and taking in the sunset from the rocky beach. Would recommend to anyone!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2017

Cute cottage in a beautiful location!

Cute cottage in a beautiful location!

Had a great time! Beautiful view of the water!

3.0 / 5.0

Sep 2017

Cute House, Great location

Cute House, Great location

This house is great for 3 people. We have 4 when I stayed and it was a little cramped. The dining room table is small and uncomfortable, my sister actually cut herself on the metal. There is only 1 couch and chair so not everyone could be in the living room at the same time. Also, the kitchen is not fully stocked. I really love cooking when I rent a house and i needed a measuring cup but there wasn't one...I had to use the coffee pot to measure out cups. The owener Ashely was super nice and responsive when I contacted her so that is definitely a plus. The view was great and the little beach was perfect. Next time, however, I think I will rent the trolley because the view is unobstructed from the trolley and the trolley actually looked bigger? Overall, the stay was positive. The beds were extremely comfortable and the house is well cared for. Also, the bottle of wine was a nice touch. Always love coming to Newport/Portsmouth.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2017

Lovely getaway

Lovely getaway

This small cottage has everything you need--water, coastal breeze, proximity to beaches and biking, Portsmouth, Newport, Bristol, and Providence. The quarters are perhaps a little intimate (we were two adults and two teenagers), but everything is immaculate, well-kept, and enjoyable. We had family friends over for a cookout on the deck, and just had a great time. Hoping to book the trolley next time as well.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Portsmouth?

The average price for a rental in Portsmouth is £247 per night. This rental is £31 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Summer Vacation Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Summer Vacation Cottage pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Summer Vacation Cottage?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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Summer Vacation Cottage

Cottage in Portsmouth, RI

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Portsmouth, RI

Nearby attractions

Summer Vacation Cottage

Cottage in Portsmouth, RI

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Portsmouth, RI

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Portsmouth?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Summer Vacation Cottage pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Summer Vacation Cottage?

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