Did you know you can book a vacation rental right on Charlestown Town Beach? This amazing oceanfront location in South County has a limited number of beachfront houses for rent, giving you the perfect spot to spend your next vacation.
It doesn’t get much better than walking directly from your vacation rental onto one of the country’s most scenic beaches first thing in the morning. You can enjoy your coffee and breakfast with views over Block Island Sound before planning how you’ll spend the rest of your day in paradise.
Charlestown Beach might be the perfect vacation destination. Here are five reasons you shouldn’t hesitate to book your vacation rental on Charlestown Town Beach this summer.
1) Beach Access
Charlestown Town Beach is one of Rhode Island’s most scenic oceanfront locations. After all, this beach has golden sand, views over Block Island Sound, and a relaxing atmosphere throughout the summer. You can surf at Charlestown Town Beach if you wish, and lifeguards are on duty to help keep you safe.
The problem with this beach, at least from a visitor’s perspective, is the lack of access. Parking at Charlestown Town Beach is only available to Charlestown residents during the high season, so those vacationing in the area can’t access it with a vehicle.
Booking a Charlestown Beach vacation rental is the solution to this problem, as its oceanfront units provide direct access to the sand. You won’t have to worry about parking at all if you opt for one of these rentals, ensuring you can enjoy this world-class beach without interruption.
2) Ninigret Pond
Charlestown Beach vacation rentals also provide easy access to Ninigret Pond, a saltwater coastal lagoon that’s one of South County’s most popular recreational bodies of water. There’s a kayak launch near the Charlestown Town Beach parking lot, allowing you to explore the pond, or you can rent a kayak or SUP from the Kayak Center, which sits just north of the beach.
If paddling isn’t your thing, you can rent a small aluminum fishing boat or pontoon boat from the Ocean House Marina at the north end of the pond, making it easy to do some fishing or spend a few days enjoying the scenery. Ninigret Pond is surrounded by a wildlife refuge, too, so you’ll likely see some shorebirds, and you can hike the trails for a closer look.
3) The Sunsets
The Ninigret Pond area is known for its breathtaking sunsets, and you can enjoy them from various spots around Charlestown Beach or from the deck of your vacation rental. The Kayak Center offers sunset paddle tours into the pond if you’re looking for an Instagram-worthy shot, while the bridge between Ninigret Pond and Green Hill Pond is another option.
The sunsets in Charlestown never get old, especially if you can find a location with unimpeded views over Ninigret Pond.
4) Peace and Quiet
With Charlestown Beach being such a beautiful location, it might surprise you to learn that it’s relatively quiet. There are two reasons for the serenity, starting with the parking.
Nonresidents can’t use the parking lot at Charlestown Town Beach. As a result, most vacationers will head to Blue Shutters Beach or East Beach instead, as they can use their parking lots.
The second reason you’ll have peace and quiet is that most Charlestown residents will stay near the main part of the beach near the parking lot. That’s the only part of the beach with washrooms, picnic tables, and lifeguards, so most people won’t venture too far. The result is a nearly private beach area to enjoy right outside your vacation rental.
5) N.O. Bar Clam Shack
Perhaps the only issue with the Charlestown Town Beach area is the lack of restaurants within walking distance. You’ll have to drive into Charlestown’s downtown area if you seek variety, but the N.O. Bar Clam Shack does give you an option near the beach for lunch and dinner.
The N.O. Bar Clam Shack is a classic New England seafood shack featuring menu items like clam chowder, lobster rolls, fried clam strips, shrimp, scallops, and fries. You can also order non-seafood options like chicken strips, hot dogs, and burgers; they have a bar, a kid’s menu, and dessert, as well.
Having a place you can walk to for lunch or dinner makes spending your vacation in Charlestown, Rhode Island, that much more appealing.
Book Your Vacation Rental Early
As you can imagine, oceanfront vacation rentals are in heavy demand. You’ll want to book your Charlestown rental well in advance to ensure you have the opportunity to spend a week or two right on Charlestown Town Beach.
Don’t wait to reserve your beachfront rental because they won’t be available for long.