Private Watch Hill Cottage 5 Min. Walk to Beach

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An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked and a coastal town in the background.
A room with a blue and green color scheme, a kitchen area with a counter and various items, a dining table with chairs, and a window with curtains.
A docked boat with a cabin and a wooden deck, surrounded by other boats and a pier.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including a table and chairs, and a green umbrella.
A two-story house with a wooden deck and a white umbrella.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near East Beach Watch Hill

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Westerly, RI
  • Place, Ninigret
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Flying Horse Carousel
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, East Beach Watch Hill
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

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About the area

Westerly

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Watch Hill, a neighbourhood in Westerly. Babcock-Smith House and Granite Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mystic Downtown Marina and Elmridge Golf Course. Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Ninigret are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Map
Westerly, RI

What's nearby

  • Ninigret - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Flying Horse Carousel - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • East Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • East Beach Watch Hill - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Watch Hill Lighthouse - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Westerly Station - 10 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Andrea Seaside Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Windjammer Surf Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paddy's Restaurant & Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cooked Goose - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sam's Snack Shack - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Watch Hill Cottage 5 Min. Walk to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Private Watch Hill Cottage 5 Min. Walk to Beach?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Private Watch Hill Cottage 5 Min. Walk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Watch Hill Cottage 5 Min. Walk to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Watch Hill Cottage 5 Min. Walk to Beach located?

Located in Watch Hill, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Ninigret, The Flying Horse Carousel and Napatree Point. Watch Hill Lighthouse and East Beach Watch Hill are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great week in Watch Hill

Always our favorite spot, the cottage never disappoints! Perfect location and great hospitality. Thanks for another memorable vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gus and I again had an awesome visit. Thanks again for your hospitality
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal location

Quirky but fun cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven in watch hill

It was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great week in Watch Hill

So glad to be back in the Ice House! Our small family enjoys this cozy cottage in just about the best location imaginable. The owner was attentive as always, and the kitchen and bathroom are stocked with what you need. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2023
Thank you, you are lovely guests, as always.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Piece of Heaven

We are huge fans of the Ice House. Stephanie and Blake are amazing hosts and we always feel welcome!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wedding & Beach

Cottage is charming. Doors do not lock. Stairs to 2nd floor are treacherous. No blinds on the windows so no sleep after 6am. Probably not the best choice for a wedding weekend. We were uncomfortable leaving valuables in an unlocked property. But the host was gracious and Ice House is sweet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Hi Don, Sorry you had trouble with the locks - they work fine (keys on counter) but we just don't use them to make it easier for guests to check in. We recently added black out drapes in the bath and MBR, but down stairs is more open to let in light....sorry if it was hard to sleep in the living room. If I know a guest will be using the pull out I will add some sort of blind in there in the future. Thanks for staying and for your thoughtful comments.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was the perfect stay for me and my daughter. We had the best girls trip ever and made lots of memories. The location cannot be beat! Watch Hill is one of the most beautiful places ever, and we will definitely be back. The house is well stocked, and the host is very communicative! Thanks for a great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely, Relaxing Vacation!

Wonderful location and access to the beach and Watch Hill village. Setting was quiet and private. Thankful for mini washer and dryer- made keeping up with towels convenient. Water preasure great in shower and plenty of hot water. Hosts pleasant and helpful. looking forward to a repeat visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location location location

The whole process was simple from start to finish. I had a few contacts with the host and she was fabulous answered all my questions and was a pleasure to deal with. The house is old but it is charming and quaint. Plenty of room for my sister and myself we chatter on bedroom the outside deck is wonderful and you can feed a four block walk to the beach. The house is in very quiet secluded area and it night or we heard with the waves crashing in the morning or we heard with the birds chirping
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming home in a great location!

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at this lovely home. It couldn’t have been in a better location, convenient to both beach and town yet peaceful and quiet. Our only disappointment is the bathroom. The shower and sink were difficult to use.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

September Trip

We have been coming to watch hill for decades. Our visit was very enjoyable with stellar weather; ice house was located well between town and east beach..walking or biking great. Dogs loved their walks. Sunsets on napatree and over harbor most beautiful. Ocean swims and several local meals, spa, golf, simply outstanding. A perfect end to summer.
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely Antique home close to beaches

We had a good stay for the week. Very close to 2 different beaches. Home was full of cute antiques. Great General Store down the block. Overall great town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

While we would have changed the decor of the house, it is absolutely the perfect location. We enjoyed living in Watch Hill for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute place in central Watch Hill

What a great place! Stayed here the week before Labor Day with my family and dog, and it was the perfect beach cottage. It’s just the right size for a small family. Less than ten minute walk to the beach and to the shops around the harbor. You can leave your car and not have to worry about parking in a lot. It was very clean and has a fully functional kitchen and bathroom. WiFi would be slow if you’re trying to work from here but is just fine for vacation. Great deck with sunset views of the harbor. I rated it four stars for accuracy only because I think the pictures actually undersell how nice of a place it is. Stephanie was very responsive to communications. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming beach cottage

Wonderful Watch Hill vacation , walk to beach and town, eclectic and charming Ice House.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Best week ever

In this world of urgency and angst a week at the Ice House was exactly what was needed for our family to relax and decompress. Stephanie and Blake are genuine and kind hosts. The cottage was charming. On hindsight we should have secured two weeks! Can't wait till next year. I almost don't want people to know of this hidden charmer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

quaint and private

Lovely little cottage tucked away- close to the center of Watch Hill. Easy walk to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
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