Lake front cottage, 2 miles from southern RI beaches

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Entire home

Bunk room - full on the bottom, twin on top - the kids love it!

This is Sanctuary Rd- quiet dirt road which is part of a walking/biking trail

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Charlestown, RI

Burlingame State Park
‪1 min walk‬
Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge
‪20 min walk‬
Burlingame State Park Beach
‪16 min drive‬
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

New for 2025 - Central air! Private setting bordering 1500 continuous acres of preserved land, walking distance to Kimball Bird Sanctuary and Burlingame State Park. Overlooking 575 acre Watchaug Pond - fabulous area for fishing, hiking , mountain and street biking. Right on John Vincent Gormley Trail and interconnecting trails of Burlingame State Park. Short drive to Misquamicut, East Beach, Charlestown Beach, Narragansett and University of Rhode Island. A little longer drive to Newport. Within a mile of Ninigret Park - salt water kayak launch, tennis courts, playground and observatory, site of the annual Seafood Festival, Rythmn and Roots Festival.

Built in 1954 and minimally updated, simple cottage with all the comforts of home - fully equipped kitchen, dishwasher, ice maker, coffee pot, lobster pot. Sheets and towels by request. TV with basic cable off season, expanded cable prime weeks - DVD player, on demand. We are only equipped with Wi Fi during prime months.

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Charlestown

Located in Charlestown, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Misquamicut State Beach and Narragansett Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Block Island Ferry. Fantastic Umbrella Factory and Frosty Drew Observatory are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.

Charlestown, RI

What's nearby

Burlingame State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Frosty Drew Observatory - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
East Beach - 13 min drive - 8.2 km
Burlingame State Park Beach - 16 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

Westerly Station - 16 min drive
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dave's Coffee - ‬6 min drive
‪Charlestown Rathskeller Tavern - ‬15 min drive
‪The Thirsty Beaver - ‬10 min drive
‪The Cove - ‬7 min drive
‪Evie's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake front cottage, 2 miles from southern RI beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake front cottage, 2 miles from southern RI beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake front cottage, 2 miles from southern RI beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake front cottage, 2 miles from southern RI beaches located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Burlingame State Park, Kettle Pond Visitors Center and Ninigret Park. Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge and Burlingame State Park Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lola L.

5 Oct 2024

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

Perfect lakeside getaway

This was our second year staying at the charming cottage-we love it!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

24 Sept 2024

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

RI vacation

Wonderful place! Great area with a beautiful lake right across the road. We had a great time and so did the dog! Would definitely stay here again. Thanks Todd and Liz

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

23 Sept 2024

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

Perfect Location

It is a wonderful home. Impeccably clean! Located across from huge lake. Stocked incredibly just bring yourself and food. Host communication is excellent eexcellent.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

17 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and relaxing

We loved the location - pond and nearby beach as well as amenities - grill, washer, dryer, Wimbledon, and fun puzzles!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

William S.

18 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Lake

They’ve raised the back track fee to two hundred….oh well

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lola L.

29 Aug 2023

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

Lakeside Perfection!

Our stay was wonderful. The cottage is exactly described & very peaceful. Hop skip & a jump to the beaches & local attractions. Thank you Liz & Todd for sharing your home with us! We would love to rent again.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina K.

23 Aug 2023

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

Perfect

Wake up to birds and lake view, cross the street and swim, lunch, drive ten minutes to beach, grill some fish caught on the breechway, watch the sunset, rinse and repeat. I’m already dreaming about next summer here!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol g., Newington CT

19 Aug 2023

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

Lovely

Our second year looking forward to #3

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi C.

23 July 2023

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

Great location.

Had a great time!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ariel C.

22 July 2023

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

Thank you so much

Our family had such a wonderful time! We are talking about booking it already for next year! Thank you :) Ariel

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion B., Ridgeway, USA

30 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Our stay was almost like home

A very pleasant stay with great views. A great space for a visit from local family & grandchildren. We were in our hometown for my class reunion held only 5 miles from this VBRO… it was so very convenient! Beautiful sunsets and sunrises right out the porch windows….. very relaxing. Just about everything you would need is there. We left you a 2qt pitcher as we needed one but are stocked with them at home. It was a good trip!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol g., Newington CT

12 Sept 2022

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

Beach getaway

My son and I rented this spot and we so enjoyed our time. The beach was amazing and return to the home was so inviting and comfortable. Well worth it

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

2 Sept 2022

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

Stars Forever

Our stay on Sanctuary Road was just about perfect. The location was great; especially sunsets on the pond. Swim beach on the pond was warm, with no sand. We love both Charleston and Blue Shutters beaches. The house was equipped with everything we could want or need. The best part tho was the nights when the sky was clear. There’s a lot of stars in that sky! Also, if you fill the bird feeder, you will be rewarded with bird sightings!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W., PA

23 July 2022

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

Another wonderful stay

We’ve stayed at Liz & Todd’s place several times over the years & we absolutely love it. We cook/grill almost all of our meals & have always had everything we’ve needed. Liz & Todd are very responsive & kind. The property is always very clean & well maintained. The pond access across the street is just perfect for cooling off & relaxing. We often spend the days floating on the water. This year we brought kayaks & paddled in the pond as well as went to Quonnie Pond. The cottage is quiet & peaceful & definitely has everything you need for a restful vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi C.

19 July 2022

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

Relaxing and peaceful

The location was great! We kayaked on the lake, walked the dog on different trails (loved the Ocean View just past the Kettle Pond Visitor Center), and used the beach pass daily. The house was dated but better than the pictures and better than what we expected when we booked so absolutely no complaints!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gillian A.

3 July 2022

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

Nice spot

It lacked the super clean feeling of a newer place, but it was pretty nice besides that. Nice beds, nice size, nice linens, nicely appointed kitchen (even though small and simple) and a great view of the lake. I loved the fire pit.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

melissa m.

29 May 2022

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

Relaxing, comfortable, quiet and serene

This was our first stay at this property. I must say the listing pictures do not do this place justice. It was cozy, comfortable, clean and well stocked with many extras. Fire pit and wood, grill, linens washer/dryer and a killer screened front porch to view the beautiful pond. It was perfect for us. I loved that we were on the Vin Gormley trail and that we could walk directly into Burlingame S.P. We found a lovely little beach that our dog thoroughly enjoyed. Down the quiet dirt road in the other direction was a boat launch and swim area. It was the most relaxing vacation we have had in a long time. The house is also in a perfect location to venture to Newport but away from the crazy beach traffic and crowds. We had such a lovely time!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Annamae C.

21 Sept 2021

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

Peaceful setting. Liked sitting on front porch, reading or crocheting. House overlooks the pond.

We had a nice stay. The grandkids really liked the bunkbeds, and playing board games. The home was well stocked with cleaning supplies and paper products. We brought our own, not knowing what was there but didn't even need to bring laundry detergent because there was plenty already. Make sure to bring your own condiments, etc, but there is a Walmart about 10 minutes away to purchase food and supplies. The beaches were in close proximity, most within 10-15 minute drive. We purchased a State beach pass online because the beach pass provided by the owner is only good for the Charlestown town beach. We wanted to experience all of the nearby beaches, so it was worth purchasing the pass(its good for the entire summer season). House is located on a dirt road directly across from the "pond", which is really the size of a lake. There is a boat ramp nearby and would be a great place to kayak, etc. The road had a lot of potholes which did make it difficult for bicycle riding, but in all fairness we arrived less than a week after the hurricane, which was also why the state park was closed for cleanup of fallen trees, etc. We had a nice campfire on our last night in the fire ring provided, roasting marshmallows and star gazing.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

31 Aug 2021

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

Clean Comfortable Home

Property described accurately Great Hosts

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

7 Aug 2021

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

Great Lake access

My wife and three kids( 6,5,4) had an awesome time at the house. Great access to a clean lake right across the street with a beach down the road. Could probably spend the whole week at the lake but also has a beach pass to the town ocean beach was an unexpected bonus! Well stocked and we needed nothing to be comfortable and have relaxing vacation. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

PAUL R.

2 Aug 2021

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

Charlestown, RI Beach house

Great location across the street from Wachaug Pond in Charlestown, RI, great swimming pond esp for small children. Only 2 miles to Ocean Beaches, Town parking pass included.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Wendy C.

25 July 2021

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

Great location

We had a nice week at this quiet lakeside cottage. Convenient to beaches, hikes and NewPort. Todd was quick to answer any problems and questions.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

14 July 2021

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

Return visit

We’ve stayed here several times. It’s always clean and comfortable and the owners stay right on top of any issues.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn V.

10 July 2021

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

Peaceful location

Spent a week at the cottage. Great location to lake and hiking. One of our best family vacations.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Kate L.

22 June 2021

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

This getaway was just what we needed

We arrived having no idea that the rental was just across the street from glorious Watchaug Pond! The location was perfect, quiet and relaxing! The flowers on the property were abundant, blooming and beautiful! The back yard afforded us a pleasant spot to enjoy breakfast & lunch. The house was comfortable and roomy with plenty of towels, pillows, etc. The front porch was a favorite for most of us during the early morning hours...we could read or write with no interruptions. For my husband & I, it was actually a most enjoyable working vacation. Our company loved that they could drive to local ocean beaches, take long walks at Ninigret Park or head out to local restaurants in minutes or stay at the house and read, take a nap or play games. We'd definitely like to return to this house. Thank you for the comfortable retreat.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Your host

We both grew up summering in the area and have deep roots and lots of family in the area. We have an unimproved cabin on property nearby where we stay in the summer and spend our time in this cottage in the winter.

Why they chose this property

The lakes on the north side of Rt 1 in South County are glacial kettle holes - in the glacial morraine - it is a very special place with beautiful pristine beaches nearby. Watchaud Pond is clean and surrounded by preserved land. Charlestown is very un-commercial - we love the peacefulness year round.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

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Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

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