Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Matunuck vacation home, you'll find Matunuck Beach and Roy Carpenter's Beach. Theatre by the Sea and Carpenter's Grist Mill are also within 3 miles (5 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year!
Charming Coastal Getaway – Spacious 4-Bedroom Beach House with Bonus Space, Walk to Beach, Theatre, Farmstand & More!
Welcome to your idyllic summer escape in the heart of South Kingstown, Rhode Island. Just 0.2 miles from one of the region’s most beautiful and family-friendly beaches, this warm and inviting beach house offers everything you need for a relaxing, memory-filled vacation by the sea.
Spacious Living with Flexible Sleeping Options This lovingly maintained beach home features four large, sun-filled bedrooms, each thoughtfully furnished to provide both comfort and privacy for families and groups alike. On the main levels, you’ll find a mix of queen and full-size beds across multiple bedrooms, ideal for couples, friends, or families traveling together.
Downstairs, a semi-finished basement retreat offers three full-sized beds, making it the perfect hideaway for teens, tweens, or grandparents who’d like a bit of peace and quiet. With a third full bathroom located nearby, this space adds flexibility and convenience to your group’s stay.
Modern Amenities & Coastal Comforts This beach house is stocked with thoughtful touches that elevate your experience. An outdoor shower with hot and cold water makes beach clean-up a breeze, and the central air conditioning keeps the home cool and comfortable after a day in the sun. High-speed Wi-Fi, smart TVs, and a fully equipped kitchen mean you’ll have everything you need whether you’re planning beach days or cozy nights in.
Professionally Provided Linens & Beach Gear Included To make your stay as comfortable and seamless as possible, we’ve partnered with Vacation House Linen Service in Narragansett, RI to provide luxurious, professionally laundered linens for every guest. Your stay includes:
Crisp white bed linens for all beds Plush bath towels Hand towels, washcloths, and beach towels Beach chairs, beach cart, and a few beach toys to make your seaside adventures stress-free
You won’t need to pack bulky items—just bring your bathing suit and a sense of adventure!
Walk to Everything You Need for a Classic Rhode Island Summer The location simply can’t be beat. Just a 4-minute walk brings you to the stunning South Kingstown Town Beach, where you can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, or evening strolls along the water. A beach pass is provided for car parking, but walk-on access is always free.
Stroll just a few blocks to enjoy:
Theatre By The Sea, offering world-class summer performances in a charming historic venue
Carpenter’s Farmstand, a local gem known for fresh produce, local meats, baked goods, and Rhode Island-made pantry staples
Family-friendly spots for ice cream, pizza, and casual dining—all within easy walking distance
Ideal for Families, Groups, or Multi-Generational Vacations Whether you’re gathering with extended family, traveling with kids, or enjoying a couples’ getaway, this house is designed to make your stay relaxing and memorable. With flexible sleeping spaces, generous living areas, and amenities to support beach living, it’s the perfect home base for all your South County adventures.
Other Features Include:
Central AC
Fully equipped kitchen
Dishwasher and washer/dryer
Outdoor deck with seating
Ample off-street parking
Smart TVs for streaming
Keyless entry for easy check-in
Local tips and guidebooks to help you explore South County like a native
Your Hosts We are a local Rhode Island family who takes great pride in welcoming guests to our beloved beach home. We are happy to offer recommendations and ensure your stay is as carefree and enjoyable as possible.
Come enjoy the charm, comfort, and classic Rhode Island beach living that make this destination a treasured tradition for so many.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator
Smooth flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Absolutely no smoking allowed!
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% organic food
Bed sheets changed on request
Double-glazed windows
Energy-saving switches used
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally sourced food prioritized
Recycling
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Some LED lighting used
Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
All trash/food must be removed from kitchen/refrigerator/cabinets/drawers/yard or deduction from damage deposit will occur.
Pet damage will incur damage deposit deduction.
Excessive cleaning will result in damage deposit deduction.
Smoking marijuana or tobacco products will result in cleaning fee and damages deducted from damage insurance policy.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Additional rental fee of $300 is required.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Plenty of room for air mattresses in bedrooms.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking allowed!
Important information
You need to know
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 08/19/2026, RE.08082-STR
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Frequently asked questions
How close is A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year! to the airport?
This vacation home is 16.8 mi (26-min drive) away from the Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year! to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 10-minute walk from Matunuck Beach and 12-minute walk from Roy Carpenter's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year! have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year! to downtown South Kingstown?
This vacation home is 4.7 mi away from South Kingstown.
A Classic New England Beach Cottage, fully Booked for 2026! See you next year! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
A wonderful place to get some beach time and spend time with the family. Lovely and convenient place. Very clean and great location for exploring the area.
Donna M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ethan K.
Jul 26, 2018
Great beach house!
Great house for a big group with lots of kids. Excellent location...close to the beach, great farm stand next door. Looking forward to our next stay!
Our family loved this house and all it had to offer! Joslin was the perfect host and was there to answer any questions that we had. The surrounding area had so much to offer, great restaurants, ice cream, charming shops and a gorgeous beach! It was the perfect mix of summertime! We hope to come back!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cindy W.
Aug 8, 2018
Excellent experience
This is our second time renting the house and we had a wonderful time.
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay … house fit all our needs and the yard provided the space for all of us to enjoy being outdoors.
Ann M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joyce K.
Jul 29, 2018
8 Antique Rd
Accommodations and location are perfect! Joslin is very responsive to all questions within minutes. Check in and checkout could not be easier. Would highly recommend this rental.
Our family, including our dog, just loved this property. It was well stocked with essentials, clean and comfy. The fire pit and yard with plenty of room for corn hole were icing on the cake. Easy to get to the beach, the Vanilla bean and other local treasures. Highly recommend.
We had a busy, fun week at this beach house. It was super clean, well stocked and comfortable for little ones and pets. The town beach is walkable but with small kids you will want to drive. We made s’mores at the backyard fire pit, a new experience for my grandson. Once that screen door is fixed I would highly recommend this house for a fun family beach week!
We had a great week in this beautiful, well equipped, clean and comfortable home! We had 3 generations here - 5 adults, 1 three year old and one senior doggie. We had visits from friends and family. Lots of room for everyone! 3 bathrooms was a plus! We enjoyed the large backyard with the fire pit. The owner is very responsive and sweet! We would definitely rent this home again!
Our stay in this welcoming, spacious house had everything we desired! The house is obviously well loved and cared for. It was clean, supplied with quality linens and towels, and well stocked with household necessities. It is within walking distance of everything one could need or want on a vacation: beach, restaurants, playgrounds, farm stand, small market and an ice cream stand.
The house has a large yard with a fire pit, beautiful trees, and an outdoor shower.
Matunuck is a special ocean side summer vacation spot and this is a special house.
What a great experience! Three generations of adult family members had plenty of room to enjoy the house and lovely yard. It was a quick walk to beach, farmstand, market or ice cream stand. And it was a short drive to other beaches, restaurants and local landmarks. Joslin was a great host, made it easy to arrange the rental, called us upon arrival to greet us and let us know we could contact her if anything was needed. We hope to be back again next year!!!
Brenda B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aug 5, 2014
2013-2014 URI academic year rental.
We had a great experience with this rental and owner. Property manager is great, very responsive. Homeowner is great, damage deposit completely returned. House is near the omist and joyce's pub. Each bedroom is huge with plenty of privacy for each renter. Yard is huge, outdoor firepit a definite advantage. Housekeepers were so helpful. Definitely recommend this one for students who want a big, clean, comfortable house one block from the ocean.
Home is beautifully spacious with two main living areas plus a basement. My husband and I and our 1 year old shared this space with both sets of grandparents and it never felt crowded. There was no waiting for the bathroom to get ready and there was plenty of seating for meals and hanging out around the fire. The home is well equipped with updated appliances. The hosts have clear instructions available and were very communicative in the days leading up to our stay and afterwards to coordinate check in and check out.
10/10 would recommend this space!
Wonderful vacation in a wonderful house and location! The comfortable house has space for everyone - from kids to seniors - a large back yard with a grill, fire pit, trees, and privacy. When you walk through the back yard, you are steps away from one of the best farmers markets in the state. The house is well stocked and has up to date appliances and furnishings. Joslin and Tom have thought of and provided everything you might need. The town beach is a short walk away. Sea View Market, on the walk to the beach, has just about anything you need from groceries to great deli and bakery items. The Vanilla Bean, also near the beach, has great ice cream. The Matunuck area is a long established vacation community that is warm and welcoming. Nearby you can find a summer theater, a surfing area, a wildlife refuge, and a lingering feel of its past as an artists' colony. There are also many good restaurants in the area.
Our family consisted of 8 adults and 2 children. We had a wonderful week staying in Matunuck. The house was more than adequate for our family. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. The rooms were immaculate, spacious and comfortable. The yard was such a great space - from the fire pit - to the hammock - and the extra space for the kids to run around. There was enough parking for 5 cars and a boat. The farm market so close by was great, as was the beach, ice cream shop and market. We’ve spent many summers in Rhode Island and I have to say this was a most memorable experience for our family. Our hosts had everything in order as stated that we didn’t need reach out for anything. We look forward to returning next summer for a repeat of an excellent vacation!
Thank you for everything Joslin!
Lovely house within walking distance to the beach, and a short drive to other fun beach activities, dining, entertainment. Lots of room for a big family gathering, which is why we were there. Very large yard too! We will definitely try to rent this house again if we have another vaction to RI! Joslin made it simple and easy to check in and out, and was very responsive to our questions...Thanks Joslin!!!
Thanks you Jocelyn and Tim our stay was amazing. The house is wonderful and has a beautiful yard .
Paul and I had a wonderful stay at this house. The house is clean and comfortable. We took this vacation to celebrate my husband’s birthday and retirement we couldn’t have had a better time. This house has everything you need beautiful yard fire pit and beautiful views of foxes playing in the area and deer. Thank you so much Jocelyn and Tom for your kindness. We would recommend this house for sure. We had family and friends stop over to enjoy the house and to celebrate my amazing husband Paul. He ended his long career as a officer and also celebrate his birthday. The beach was beautiful and sunny . On the rainy day we took that time to go to the movies and then spent the evening at the ocean mist. Thank you again Jocelyn and Tom we hope to do this again. The Rocheleau family gives this home and area to vacation a 10..
We absolutely loved our time at Joslin and Tom’s place!! They were able to accommodate us last minute after a terrible experience at another rental nearby, and we never looked back! The house is perfect for parents with young kids - plenty of space for everyone inside and the garden is huge and great for adventurous little ones! The beach is a short walk away as are the local supermarket, pubs, restaurant and pizza shop 😋! And it’s an awesome location for plenty of great day excursion options on the few days when the weather didn’t cooperate. Thank you for saving our summer Joslin & Tom - we’ll be back!
I had the time of my life with my three children: Jamie 21 leaving August 23, 2021 for new job in Cleveland, Elijah 20 going away to college August 14, 2021 and Austin 19 leaving for boot camp October 23, 2021.
I wanted to be alone with my children before they embark on their new phases in life. We loved the place and are big fans of Matunuck Beach.
The bedrooms are clean and spacious, 4 showers including outside, the morning coffee and meals in the user friendly kitchen couldn't of been better. Most important, the place is cozy and warm. The yard is beautiful (includes a grill and fire pit)! Frankly, the photos do not do the house or area justice.
Ten minute walk to the beach or Vanilla Bean or local market. We rode bikes to the wildlife refuge on Old School Road. Every other day we walk 100 yards to the farm for fresh vegetables, brad etc. The restaurants were awesome.
We had the time of our life. This is the first family vacation I had alone with my children since my divorce 7 years ago. I said to myself; If we can't be happy here, we can't be happy anywhere. As a father, I have never been prouder.
Thank you Joslin and Tom
Michael C.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Frank I.
Sep 2, 2018
Nice place for a family vacation
I planned this trip for a large family vacation with 10 adults and 2 children under 2 years old. Overall the house was really nice, it's not a super fancy place, but that's not what we were looking for. Everything in the house was in working order and the four bedrooms were good sized, three of them large enough to also put a pack n play for a toddler/baby to sleep in. Every room had air conditioning so the house was very comfortable even though temperatures reached 90 degrees during our stay. Some of the AC units are kind of old and loud, but they worked. The air conditioner in the basement died on our first day and the owner Joslin and her husband came within a half hour of me calling her to fix the issue.
It was great to have on site laundry so we could wash stuff during the week, especially with young kids. The machines are very big and work perfectly. There's also three full bathrooms plus an outside shower and we never ran out of hot water.
The back yard was great, very big for our dogs to run around and set up a badminton net, and there was a really nice fire pit that we used almost every night.
The only issues with the house itself was that the people who had to sleep in the basement apartment complained that it was a bit musty/stuffy down there, probably a better place for kids rather than adults, and the grill out back was pretty old and had to be lit by hand, the beds also weren't the most comfortable things I've slept on, but not horrible. The common areas (living room, kitchen, dining room.) were a bit small for the amount of people who can stay in the house, but luckily the weather was good during our entire visit so we didn't use them much.
The house is less than a quarter mile to the Town Beach, which was very nice every day of our stay except the last one when it was over run with seaweed. It's an easy walk or quick bike ride/drive. There's quite a few good places to eat nearby as well. We found a nice spot to put kayaks into the inlet on the end of the next street over. The area is also great for road bike riding if you're into that, head west past the theatre so you can avoid having to ride on Rt. 1.
Overall we really enjoyed our stay. Thanks.
Frank I.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Valerie T.
Aug 12, 2018
Great for large family
Beautiful yard with trees, perfect for family cook-outs and evening chats by the firepit. Only minor complaint was that all the towels smelled musty; had to wash them before using.
Valerie T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aug 28, 2015
Excellent beach house rental!
Excellent rental! Plenty to see and do for young and old. Beach is minutes away by foot, nearest two for older teens is about 10 minutes by car. Very safe area, yard is huge - largest we have seen - with an outdoor firepit, nice large picnic table and seating around firepit. Nicely landscaped. Linens are clean and fresh, some are older, but clean and fresh. Outdoor hot/cold shower worked great for our family. Owners leave on movie channel for rainy days which we had two of - and we enjoyed some quiet family movie afternoons which we don't get to do too much! Great rental for all.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aug 28, 2015
Love this beach house!
This is our fifth year renting this beach house and we have booked for next summer. We try to book our stay during the Run for Kerri event in July and as a family we participate in the run! The house is spacious, the linens are fresh and clean, there are plenty of towels for everyone. The yard is huge - over an acre, with a great firepit, nice large picnic table with umbrella, and well landscaped. The house is well maintained and very comfortable for our family of 14. with air conditioning on every floor. Everything is within a 5 minute walk and the beach is very close for family members of all ages. Kitchen is well stocked and appliances are clean and in good working order. Thank you for renting exactly what you advertise!
Archival
8/10 Good
harvey h.
Aug 28, 2015
8 Antique road
Each year extended family plans a vacation to a different locale. This year we chose to stay close to home and stayed at 8 Antique Road in Matunuck, Rhode Island. The house is a Cape style and provided plenty of room for 14 of us.
The house was a ten minute walk to the beach (one minute by car) and the beach (South Kingstown Town Beach) was fantastic.
8 Antique Road provided plenty of parking spaces for the families vehicles and the yard was large. The linens supplied were fine and dishes and utensils were adequate. This house is not fully air conditioned. There are four units (kitchen, 2 bedrooms upstairs, and basement). The kitchen unit was at its max and still struggled to keep the area cool. Two bedrooms did not have units and made sleeping difficult as the week was extremely hot and humid. The furniture near the backyard fire pit was old and needs to be replaced. Sitting on the wood furniture near the pit was at your own risk as the wood was rotted. There was a new picnic table near the barbeque. There was a great deal of poison ivy growing in and around a tree in the driveway and on a tree near the fire pit so that area had to be avoided. The owner was great and responded quickly to our need to have a slow drain in the shower cleaned out. They promised to take care of the poison ivy later in the season. I would definitely recommend this property if you are looking to vacation in Southern Rhode Island.