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30% Discount for Sept 1-8! Private Waterfront Home w Large Decks & Great Views

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Gather in the living room with views of great salt pond, open to DR and kitchen.
Enjoy the living room on rainy days or central air and ceiling fans in summer.
ENJOY cooking in a kitchen with two ovens, granite counters & nearby grill.
Dining table expands to seat 8+, access to decks, and views of the pond.
Games or television in the lower living room between three guest rooms.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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South Kingstown, RI
  • Place, Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge
  • Place, Matunuck Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, East Matunuck State Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

30% Discount for Sept 1-8! Private Waterfront Home w Large Decks & Great Views

Our custom-built (2005) year-round second home will welcome you to experience summer relaxation, or the occasional winter getaway, in style. The house is near charming Wakefield, Narragansett, Westerly and several of RI's best beaches, and we include a beach pass to Matunuck Beach. The house, equipped with a residential elevator serving all levels, is a three-level “upside down” house with central AC and gas fireplace; the main living, decks and master bedroom are on the top floor for maximum views of Green Hill Pond and your private yard. Start your day with morning coffee in the tree-tops on the top deck overlooking the pond. Head out to explore the pond by kayak or canoe from your private dock. Spend a cozy winter day reading by the fire, or streaming the game on smart TV's, or cooking in the oversized kitchen. Come summer, you can canoe, kayak, or rent an outboard from a local marina to cross the pond to a private beach; or drive to a different gorgeous RI beach each day. Come home from the beach to an outdoor shower, then enjoy sunset cocktails on the roof deck with views to the ocean and Block Island. Cook your dinner on the outdoor gas grill or in the large, well-equipped kitchen with double ovens (convection optional), microwave, gas cooktop. Eat it on the covered deck or the large dining room. Then climb into comfortable beds in one of the four bedrooms (one king, two queens, two bunks) with the ocean waves in the background (or the quiet hum of air conditioning). The occasional rainy day? No worries! The upstairs living room is spacious for quiet reading, music (or napping), the downstairs living room has a smart TV with streaming, DVD, board games, etc. WiFi throughout the house. Mystic Seaport, Aquarium, Newport and more within a half hour’s drive. Our elevator serves all three levels so everyone can be included, and we have a Tesla Electric Vehicle charging station in the garage.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs of 50 pounds or less will be considered.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash towels the night before and as many loads of sheets as possible before your 10am departure.
Check for chargers, items on the clothes line on the lower deck or left in drawers.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We urge all travelers to purchase Traveler's Insurance. We do not offer refunds for lost vacation days due to lost power, flooding or storm damage.
Note that our garage doors cannot be repaired (company out of business) so any damage to either door requires full replacement of both.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 02/22/2026, RE.03329-STR

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Kingstown

Located in South Kingstown, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Narragansett Beach and Misquamicut State Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Block Island Ferry. Travelling with kids? Consider Fantastic Umbrella Factory and Frosty Drew Observatory. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Kingstown, RI

What's nearby

  • Charlestown Town Beach - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Theatre by the Sea - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Matunuck Beach - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
  • East Matunuck State Beach - 16 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Block Island Ferry - 18 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Station - 21 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matunuck Oyster Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Mist - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪George's of Galilee - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Nordic Lodge - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 30% Discount for Sept 1-8! Private Waterfront Home w Large Decks & Great Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 30% Discount for Sept 1-8! Private Waterfront Home w Large Decks & Great Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 30% Discount for Sept 1-8! Private Waterfront Home w Large Decks & Great Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 30% Discount for Sept 1-8! Private Waterfront Home w Large Decks & Great Views located?

This family-friendly South Kingstown holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fantastic Umbrella Factory and Frosty Drew Observatory. Charlestown Town Beach and East Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our very favorite place to stay. Everything we could need is there, it is very clean, and it is in a quiet location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The house was in perfect shape
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family was so grateful for our stay. It was easy access to all of our favorite locations, but also offered a private neighborhood for quiet relaxation on the pond. The house was very well equipt and easy to access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Risa K.

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

URI graduation residence

This was a perfect location & tranquil spot for my elderly in-laws and kids from 11-21, as well as me & my Husband.We hope to be able to get back here in the summer or fall.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ned G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 4th year at Sandy and Bernie’s beautiful pond view home. My family has thoroughly enjoyed our stay each and every year. The Forands could not be more accommodating. The home is beautiful and the view stunning. We plan on returning for the foreseeable future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Family Vacation

We go every year Our group keeps getting bigger as the grandchildren grow up, find girlfriends and marry. They just keep coming and going. This house was beautiful and served us just right. Close to beach and towns. Hope Matunuck Oyster House is open again next year. One of our favorites. Planning on returning next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darleen A.

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

Beautiful Home!

We went there for the week with our 3 grown children and their families. There was plenty of space and amenities for us all to be there and we weren’t crowded. Having the full size crib and high chair was a huge help! The house was clean and well stocked with everything you would need except food for the week. We really enjoyed it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As a frequent user of VRBO, I have learned to pay close attention to reviews. Here the reviews were very enthusiastic about the quality of the house and the attention to detail of the owners. Our experience confirmed that in every way. It is sometimes only a slogan to say "we treat you like a guest" but here it was true. Our group of six was intent on cooking for each other; the kitchen and its supplies were superior and we had a wonderful time making and serving meals. We recommend this house without reservation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra Love L.

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

Beautiful home!

We returned for the third year to this fantastic property and had a wonderful stay. The house is spacious, clean, and comfortable, with a beautiful view of the pond. The location is ideal and provides easy access to surrounding beaches. We are eager to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David K.

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

Lovely, Spacious Home in Idyllic Setting

Perfect dining room table and living room for a family of nine, yet plenty of space for quiet time alone. Very well equipped kitchen; didn’t need all the utensils we brought from home. Quiet woodland setting with beautiful view of pond, yet close to beaches. Everyone of all ages had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth F.

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

Wonderful in every way

This is a wonderful house and situation. We enjoyed every moment of our two weeks there. We entertained many guests, all of whom loved the house. The house itself is lovingly decorated and very well supplied. The view peaceful and restorative and many amenities available. We spent lots of time at the beach (for which beach passes are provided) as well are much time just "hanging" at the house with friends and family. A lovely experience!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gisele B.

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

Beautiful home. Elevator A++

Weather didn't cooperate, but still had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

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

Once again an amazing stay!

This was our second time staying at this beautiful home. I have stayed at many rental properties and none compare when it comes to the care that is put in and completeness (everything and anything you can think of is there!). Sandy is wonderful, attentive, and communicative as needed without being overbearing. Thank you for having us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Y.

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

Perfect family vacation spot

The house is spacious and lovely and the salt water pond location is wonderful. We enjoyed the bikes, kayaks and canoe as well as the beaches. The owners are very responsive and generous with supplies. All 9 of us had a terrific week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony A.

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

Amazing house an location

Owner was very helpful through the process an always responded immediately with answers to any questions. House was well maintained with lots of extras, well worth the rental price. Pond was great for paddling. This was my 5th year renting in RI an this was the best location ever, looking forwarding to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sherry H.

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

Vacay at Green Hill Pond

We had a truly wonderful week. We had a wedding on Saturday and we were able to check in earlier, which was a lifesaver!! I highly recommend this house! We were a family of six and a two year old. The outside decks were greatly appreciated!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra Love L.

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

Second year didn’t disappoint!

We stayed at this beautiful property for the second year in a row and had a wonderful time. The house is clean, spacious, and comfortable, with a stunning view of the pond and tons of deck space. The kitchen is well equipped and great for cooking and sharing a meal as a large family group. There is ample space for lounging and for sleep (we shared the home between 5 adults and 4 small children). The home is close to the most beautiful beaches and easily accessible to so many great spots in RI. We have zero complaints and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

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

I almost don’t want to let others know how great this place is…

I feel like by sharing my experiences everyone will want to stay here and it won’t be available for a future stay! This house was an absolute DREAM, and had everything you could possibly think of. The kitchen is spectacular and the upstairs is a great gathering place for families and friends. The views are nothing short of stunning. Sandy and Bernie are A+++ hosts who were friendly, responsive, and so very thoughtful in the way they had everything covered. By far the best rental we’ve had in RI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ned G.

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

Pond side serenity

This is our second stay in this beautiful home. It has a wonderful view of Green Hill Pond and is a short car ride to a very nice beach and play ground. This home was perfect for our family to spread out in or enjoy each others company in either of the 2 spacious family room areas. With an inverted floor design, we were able to fully appreciate the views from the 3rd level living area or deck. The very private neighborhood was a big plus. Much kudos to the owners who were very gracious and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy A.

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

FANTASTIC

This is the best short term rental we've ever had, hands down. The pictures don't do this incredible, luxurious home justice. We had fabulous views and more than enough room for everyone to spread out inside or outside in comfort. Lots of places say they have everything you need but we've learned to pack extra just in case>> but this house had everything from band aids to cooking spray to boogie boards to a really great library. The elevator made it possible for our elderly aunt to join us, which made the family gathering extra special.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra T.

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

Beautiful property

My family and I had an amazing time at this house which was even more beautiful, comfortable, clean, and spacious than we expected. Communication with the host before and during our stay was seamless and she kindly answered several questions I had about the house before our stay. My family of four shared the house with my brother’s family and we had plenty of space for everyone including the three young kids. We were also pleasantly surprised by the two office spaces which allowed for working remotely very comfortably when needed. The elevator is convenient and made loading/unloading bags a breeze. The kitchen is well stocked and very spacious so we were able to make some great meals. Huge decks and large windows provide beautiful pond views. The house is a short drive from many great beaches and other activities. We have zero complaints and definitely plan to be back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

AMAZING HOME!

We had such a wonderful time! Can't say enough good things about their home. Their house is great for a group! We had 6 adults and our dog. And 4 other folks come over for a full day and dinner. The pictures dont do this house justice. The ceilings are high, rooms are bigger than the photos show. There is a ton of light. Among the group we have all stayed in many VRBO/ ABnB homes and this was one of the best ones. We were there in December and so our guess is in summer it would be even more magical. Sandy is an amazing host and answers all questions quickly. The home is ready for folks to get there, relax, have space and enjoy. It was a PLEASURE staying there! On a scale of 1 to 10 --- we would give it a 15!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

A wonderful house that does not disappoint at any level

We spent a wonderful week at this lakeside home. The house layout was excellent for our 3 family units. Erveryone had their own private area while we all hung out together in the comfortable 3rd floor living room/dinning room/kitchen open area or the 3rd floor deck/outdoor eating area most of the time. There was also a comfortable den on the second floor for anyone needing a little space. The house was stocked with all the big and little things you need for a vacation like this, unlike any rental I've ever had. We brought extensive kitchen tools and supplies, games, beach chairs, beach umbrellas etc and none were necessary- everything we needed was already there- every time! There was a great lake canoe+2 kayaks (3 life jackets only: kid, teen + adult). The 2 car beach passes were great for a nice beach a short drive away + during the week there was plenty of parking any time of day (didn't go on the weekend). The master suite is a perfect space + a second bedroom had it own bath and was very nice. The 3rd adult BR is adjacent to the kids room and just fine. I also should add the elevator was a great help moving in with all our heavy stuff . We didn't need it often but when we did it was a real asset. Lastly, Sanda is a perfect host. She responded to any question within a few minutes each time and always helpful. I expect we will be back at this wonderful home next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home and location with nice views. Large kitchen with plenty of dishes, utensils, etc. for all cooking needs. Close to great beaches and ice cream shops. Some of us went canoeing on the pond, which was nice. It would have been even better if we were able to swim in the pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine P.

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

July 2022 Beach Holiday

This is the second time that we have been to this lovely home. The views are beautiful and the combination of indoor and outdoor spaces is wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sandra Wood Forand or Bernie Forand

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Our home base is in Hartford, Connecticut but we frequently escape to our home-away-from-home in Rhode Island, and enjoy traveling in our retirement. We built this -- Bernie's Dream House -- in the first year of our marriage in 2005 and both house and marriage are big successes. The house is large, to welcome various groupings of our 6 children and spouses, and 16 grandchildren, and numerous friends. After a walk, paddle on the pond or a day at the beach, we like to gather with friends or curl up with lots of books, whether on the deck or by the fire.

Why they chose this property

Bernie dreamed of a house near the beach his whole life, and having lived in Rhode Island in the past he gravitated to the beautiful RI beaches. He found the land in 2002 and started designing the house before he retired, and by the time Sandy came on the scene it had gone through five architects and numerous design phases. It was worth the wait -- the result is spectacular yet comfortable, expansive yet cozy in each area of the house.

What makes this property unique

Many families choose to rent our house because we have an elevator serving all three levels, so people who are less mobile can be part of the family vacation. Because it is our dream house, it has special touches like beautiful dark Brazilian hardwood and solid oak floors. One of the most striking features is our deck area -- there are 250 square feet of deck on the guest room level, an equal amount on the top main floor, a 150 square foot 'crow's nest' deck at roof level from which you can see the ocean and Block Island. (One of our carpenters assigned to the deck commented, 'There is as much room on these decks as in the whole house!')

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