Great Location- Private Yard - Oldest House on Block Island
About this house rental
Nestled in Block Island, this charming house for $625 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. This home is the oldest documented structure on Block Island, and it features wide plank flooring, ship's beams used for interior structural purposes, low ceilings, low door frames, and steep stairs. This 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath antique cape is located in a private yard on nearly two acres. Two abutting ponds, and restored stone walls enhance the pastoral setting. Recently updated bedrooms, full bath, and living room. Cathedral ceiling kitchen for Summer 2023. High Season- June 25- Labor Day - Seven (7) night minimum Off Season - May-June and after Labor Day- Oct. 16- Three (3) night minimum. Keywords: Beach house, vacation rental
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Block Island, RI
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(52 Reviews)
5.0
The house was perfect for are Family. We enjoyed staying in a historic home. Top notch Cathy and Joe
5.0
We had a very relaxing stay. The house is set back from the road in a very idyllic setting. Twice we saw deer grazing in the yard. We would rent again.
5.0
A cozy house in a beautiful setting. Just what we hoped for!
5.0
Clean and cozy. We had a great time!
5.0
House has so much history! The house is private, quiet, comfortable & well appointed. Great location - close to downtown and The Oar! :) Our family & friends had a wonderful stay! Joe & Cathy were very good hosts & communication was great! Would definitely stay here again!
5.0
The house was perfect for the six of us and our pups. We enjoyed cooking and had everything we needed. The bedrooms were big and we had alot of space . The property is beautiful and loved the morning Rooster from the neighbor. Block Island is our happy place . The ferries shut down due to the hurricane coming up the coast . We stayed 3 additional days and it was wonderful . Hiking and searching for Orbs. Joe and Kathy we more than accommodating . Thank you for everything we really appreciate your kindness and look forward to staying again.
5.0
I loved everything about this property. It's secluded and private, but just a short bike or drive into Old or New Harbor. The property is expansive with lots of wildlife. Kids and dogs would love running around the big grassy yard. I enjoyed the quiet setting, stargazing at night (wow!), and even calm rainy nights at home - the couch is so cozy. The kitchen had everything we needed and having a washer/dryer was very convenient! I think the only complaints someone could possibly have is lack of AC or that the door openings could be low for the tall folks... The house comes with plenty of fans (though I find BI to be cool and comfortable even in the summer) and if you're under 6ft you probably won't notice the ceiling/door heights. It's super cool to stay in a piece of history and I give this property 5 stars - can't wait to return!
5.0
Amazing experience! Great home and property that was perfect for our group of four adults and a one-year old. Cathy and Joe are the best and we can’t wait to stay here next time we’re on Block Island.
5.0
Comfort, privacy, accessible. Great location with a spacious property. Amazingly breezy house with old charm and everything you need to escape. Joe and Cathy were so welcoming and available for any questions we had. Thank you for a memorable week!
5.0
Comfort, privacy, accessible. Great location with a spacious property. Amazingly breezy house with old charm and everything you need to escape. Joe and Cathy were so welcoming and available for any questions we had. Thank you for a memorable week!
5.0
The stay was wonderful and the house was perfect. Thank you
4.0
We had a nice time. The home is very old but quaint. It has a lot of character. Wouldn’t want to be there in the heat of the summer with no a/c but for us it was cool. The oven is not working and it is a big inconvenience having to bring own bed linens & towels. Otherwise we enjoyed the house the island and the company very much!
5.0
Had a wonderful time on block Island the house was beautiful. The grounds were awesome and it was convenient to the wedding venue and an easy trip to restaurants in scenic areas.
5.0
The stay was wonderful and the house was perfect. Thank you
5.0
I stayed with friends & spouse & had a wonderful time. There was 5 of us, not including my large dog, & thete was plenty of room. We enjoyed sitting on the patio for breakfast & then 5p cocktails. Very peaceful & the view was spectacular.
4.0
We had a nice time. The home is very old but quaint. It has a lot of character. Wouldn’t want to be there in the heat of the summer with no a/c but for us it was cool. The oven is not working and it is a big inconvenience having to bring own bed linens & towels. Otherwise we enjoyed the house the island and the company very much!
5.0
We had a wonderful stay!
5.0
Had a wonderful time on block Island the house was beautiful. The grounds were awesome and it was convenient to the wedding venue and an easy trip to restaurants in scenic areas.
5.0
I stayed with friends & spouse & had a wonderful time. There was 5 of us, not including my large dog, & thete was plenty of room. We enjoyed sitting on the patio for breakfast & then 5p cocktails. Very peaceful & the view was spectacular.
5.0
As listed, this is a beautiful old house with a lot of charm. It is located in a picturesque, quiet area with easy access to explore the island. An ideal place to stay as we spent the weekend celebrating a friend’s wedding.
Having to bring our own linens over on the ferry is a little inconvenient but manageable.
5.0
This was a perfect place for my family and me to stay. It was close to town, had a huge yard that the kids enjoyed playing in, and a great family room to watch tv or play in during the evening. Very clean and accommodating.
4.0
The house has plenty of room for 2 couples and one single. Beds are comfortable.
Well situated. Very attractive grounds. Good seating for eating together.
Were disappointed that the oven didn't work. We had very good communication with Joe about this though. He really tried to get it fixed, but it's an island....
Could also wish for better lighting in the living room for reading.
The steep stairs and low ceilings were definitely a thing, but we were warned, and we managed.
All in all, I recommend the place, especially as Joe and Cathy are very responsive.
4.0
Had a great time. Hopefully we’ll be back soon.
5.0
Our family loved the house and huge yard. Our kids loved staying in the oldest house on the island and knowing it had timber from a ship. The giant couch was so comfortable and could seat all of us with space. The outside shower and separate foot wash areas were great. Excellent and communicative hosts.
5.0
We shared this house with another family for a week and had a wonderful time.
The house is in a great location with a large private yard, great for kids and dogs. Easy bike ride to both harbors, we used bikes almost exclusively with the exeption of getting to the Northern parts of the island.
House has good character and fit 4 adults and 3 kids comfortably. We cooked in most nights and had everything we needed (food aside).
Highly recommended for a nice beach get away!
5.0
The home is spotless with beautiful lawns AND central to all the activities. The home owners are attentive and helpful. Double thumbs up all around!
5.0
This property is amazing! We felt like we had our own country club because the property is secluded and so peaceful. It is close to a lot of walking/hiking trails and a short walk to town. The only drawback is that no linen service is provided and schlepping linens and towels was an inconvenience. We would definitely book this place again.
5.0
Great location, plenty of space for 5 friends. Property owners super friendly!
3.0
The house was conveniently located and clean although the bathroom faucet did not work and I was surprised that we had to take our trash with us
4.0
It was a wonderful place to stay... We'll be back!!
5.0
Scheduled property for a class reunion. We had a wonderful time, there was plenty of room for all and the big private yard was perfect to sit, relax and talk.
Plenty to do on Block Island even though not quite beach weather We did some of the nature walks and loved it.
5.0
We just spent a week on BI in this wonderful old house (3 adults, 3 teenagers). It was so comfortable, just like being at home in my own house, but with the benefit of being on the island. We biked and walked to town daily, did drive to the beach (Scotch) because of coolers and what-not. The yard is huge, gorgeous and private. If you're looking for casual and comfortable, this is a great rental. We would definitely stay here again.
4.0
We stayed here in the summer of 2008 for two weeks and it was quite lovely. We appreciate the rustic nature of the property. The charred wood beams in the homes narrow and quirky stairwell spoke of a long history and many family stories. The shabby chic cottage furnishings helped us get into the relaxed vacation spirit we desired. We had our bikes and road them easily to Town rd or old harbor. Our children enjoyed exploring the pond and woods nearby. We loved relaxing with a cocktail at the end of the day in the hammock near the stone wall, underneath mature maples, while we listened to songbirds. At night, the isolated property allowed for incredible star gazing, we saw so many falling stars one night we lost count.
Convenient to center road and the airport we never felt cut off. I would encourage you to try this property if its your first time on island renting, or if you enjoy camping or rural escapes. We would go back.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Block Island?
The average price for a rental in Block Island is $500 per night. This rental is $125 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Great Location- Private Yard - Oldest House on Block Island. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Great Location- Private Yard - Oldest House on Block Island pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Great Location- Private Yard - Oldest House on Block Island?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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