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Narragansett, RI

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9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 55 reviews" "

9.0/10

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8/10 Good

Nadine f.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice beach house
I thought the house was great! I wish the weather was better so we could of used the deck nd outdoor funiture more. My only complaint was the shower stall in the bathroom. It looks stained and old. I think the cleaning people may have missed it. Lori was a great host and answer all of our questions. I hope to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2023
Thank you Nadine !!! You were an awesome guest — Yea the bathroom is stained — one of my summer guests decided to dye their hair and it permanently stained the tub!!! It is scheduled to be redone this year Also — I added an outdoor bathroom which is lovely — and will augment the one inside — hope you will return to see it soon!!!

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House and Location!
Overall this house is amazing. Plenty of space indoor and outdoor. The AC is a bonus! All the amenities were great. The only thing to be aware of is that it's a shared yard, but worth it. An amazing 5 min walk to the beach. The owner was fantastic and always quick to reply. Look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathy k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental, really enjoyed
This rental was perfect for our family of 4 adults, one toddler and 2 dogs. There was plenty of room for everyone, nice open layout of kitchen, living room and sunroom. There were towels, sheets, and the kitchen had everything we needed. Great decks, grill and outdoor shower. Short walk to beach 🏖️. Lori was great to deal with, very responsive and helpful through the whole process. Very clean, comfortable home and throughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
THANK YOU KATHY! You were amazing guests and hope to have you back next year!

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness
July 4th Week at Eastward Look
The four of us very much enjoyed the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Christie B.

June 23
House was perfect for our get together. It was raining so we couldn’t use the fantastic deck, but the sunroom, and open kitchen worked out just fine. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking. The house really needs a bit of TLC. Lori was very quick to answer any questions we had!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2023
Thank you Christie !! Decorations were nice and I’m glad you had a good party - I would be very interested to hear what you Mean by TLC ? I’ll reach out to you to get more details on your feedback TY !!!

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Narragansett/Scarborough Beach
This updated property is walking distance to Scarborough beach and provides easy access to both Narragansett and Point Judith. Central air, a large 3 season room and spacious (and I mean spacious) deck makes for a comfortable stay regardless of the weather. Lori is a very accommodating host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2023
THANK YOU LAWRENCE !! I do appreciate your positive feedback-- I try --- glad I hit the mark. You were delightful guests! TY for taking great care of the house!

8/10 Good

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Great location and cottage
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2023
Thank you Diane ! You are a valued guest — please let me know what I can do to earn a 5 star rating next time !

8/10 Good

Margaret G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
We enjoyed our stay. Comfortable beds, great sun room and deck, and best of all, within walking distance to private beach. Thank you Lori!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Judy H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lori was great!
Love the location. Nice quiet neighborhood. Short walk to private beach. Short walk to playground/park. Loved the 3 season porch and large deck. Property could use a little tlc. For example, new cushions on deck furniture. Had a minor issue with toilet Lori was great! Responded quickly and resolved the problem the same day. I had a problem reading the numbers on the keypad for entry. For some reason I could not see any numbers. Others had the same issue. My daughter could see them but said they were very light. We never used the keypad, using the key instead. Would advise getting a new cleaning company. Stainless appliances were not clean. Walls adjacent to stove greasy. Could use a deeper clean. All and all we liked the property and had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Hi Judy! I am so sorry the key pad was difficult to read. The sun hits it and it is digital so I am glad the keys worked for you! I hear you and am having the key pad replaced to something more low tech. As far as the grease is concerned-- I am so sorry the property did not meet your expectations in this regard and the entire house was deep cleaned prior to your arrival and I didn't catch that so thank you for the feedback. In terms of the stainless, they were cleaned but they have some stains due to the salt water air and I don't think they will ever be 'perfect' and I will put it on the list for replacement-- Not sure the cleaners could have done more I think it is just the appliances. I am also very sorry you did not like the outdoor furniture-- I have looked for new ones -- it is difficult to find the right shape and folks do not bring them in so they don't always last long! Again, accept my apologies for all the imperfections. I will work harder to make things better. Best Lori

8/10 Good

ali c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice cottage!
Nice location, cottage was very nice. Loved going out to the sunroom with our morning joe. And the deck was great for the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Carissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay in Narragansett
Great stay! Kitchen well stocked, lovely outdoor shower, and beach equipment provided. The house is only a 10 minute walk to the beach and is located in a quiet neighborhood. We loved the three season room and large expansive deck. To improve: A welcome book of some sort that explains the ins and outs of the house/area. The house needs some finishing touches on the recent renovations. There were holes still visible in the bathroom, overall the home could use a good deep clean and fresh coat of paint. However, negatives did not deter from our vacation and we had a great week exploring Narragansett and surrounding areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2022
Hi Carissa Thank you for your review! You were an excellent guest. I do know of the hole in the bathroom from the door hitting the wall- the cleaners made me aware of that The home was painted in June 2021- bath was remodeled in Dec 2021 and painted at that time. The home was deep cleaned in June 2022 and I regret it did not meet your expectations and I will be having the cleaners in for another deep cleaning after the summer rental season. Thank you for staying and leaving the home immaculate. As I stated in the email the cleaners were very impressed and grateful. Enjoy the rest of summer! Best Lori

10/10 Excellent

Cathy N., New York City

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we wanted in a beach house
I had four things on my list for a perfect beach house: 1) must have AC; 2) must be walking distance to beach; and ideally 3) a "cute" look inside and 4) a screen porch. With Lori's house I was thrilled to find everything! We truly enjoyed spending our week in Narragansett here. The beds and living space are all very comfortable, the kitchen is well outfitted for anything you want to prepare and the spacious deck and screen porch were lovely. It was the perfect size for our small group. IMHO the only things that could make it even better would be a table on the porch where you could have a meal and, although there is some shade there in the afternoon, an umbrella on the deck would be great. But overall we loved the house and are very interested in returning next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy house with awesome deck
We loved our stay here! Having a one floor house was perfect when traveling with little ones. Open floor plan was spacious and kitchen island was super handy and helpful. The deck was amazing. Wrap around with plenty of seating. Definitely a relaxing spot along with the sunroom. We were very pleased with the property and hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Great place to spend a week with the family. Extremely close to the beach, and pet friendly. Easy check in and owner is always available to answer questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home, wonderful location!
Seamless experience! Check in was easy, communication with property owner was superb, the home is clean/well stocked/beautifully furnished, the location is perfect! Our group included two adults and two kids (ages 5 & 6). We had everything we needed. The yard and deck were amazing! Huge and spacious, perfect for playing and meals. We easily traveled to all local beaches, into the town of Newport, to Jamestown, and to Providence. The location of the home can’t be beat. The nice perks of the home included the well stocked linens for beds/kitchen towels/hand towels in the bathroom. Also, we appreciated the bathroom rugs as well. The air conditioner worked well. All appliances worked perfectly. I clean properties myself when I arrive for a rental and this home was very clean, no complaints there. We will be back! Thank you for allowing us to rent your home for our vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
THANK YOU JESSICA! You were wonderful guests. Hope to see you again next year!

8/10 Good

Tammy c.

Family Beach Vacation
My family and I had a great time We really enjoyed The 3 season room and deck . The location is also great easy walk to beach There are many restaurants close by. Close to block island ferry and a easy trip to Newport.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental walking distance to beach
Very happy with our stay, the location of the house, amenities and the fact that we can bring our little fuzzy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and close to beach
Enjoyed our stay. The neighborhood was quiet. The beach was in walking distance. Nice ocean breeze on wrap around deck. Really enjoyed sun porch. House is well equipped and maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2022
Thank you!! I am so happy you enjoyed the house!! It is a beautiful area and you were an amazing guest

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We rented this property for a month long rental for my parents to come visit the area and see our family. It was perfect and such a lovely spot to look forward to every weekend. The house has everything you need and is in great shape. We loved the wraparound deck and moving into the 3 season porch at night, and the central air was so nice to have on the hotter days! Steps away from an amazing beach and all the area has to offer. Lori was a great host, very accommodating, super fast to reply and all in all it was a great experience. Hope to come back someday soon!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deanna V., Cumberland, Rhode Island

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home
Enjoyed my stay here .. great location house was very nice enjoyed the outside deck plenty of room for entertaining
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
PERFECT stay!
Perfect house for our family of two adults and two teens. We were able to ride bikes to and from the beach which made for a convenient commute! The kids loved the basketball court and sizable yard for yard games such as corn hole and Kan Jam. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked and we had lots of counter space and sitting options for mealtime with friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Beautiful property with all the amenities very close to beach, loved our week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2021
Thank you so much — Carol! You and Your family were wonderful guests! Glad you enjoyed your week Best Lori

10/10 Excellent

Shauna F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
Such a wonderful property and truly loved the outdoor spaces along with the sunroom. Appreciated the nice cool a/c after a hot day at the beach. Lori was very helpful and attentive. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2021
Shauna

8/10 Good

Megan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and spacious house
The location is great, in walking distance to Scarborough Beach. We loved the porch and multi-season room. We had little kids and found the house (though not the outdoor shower) was conducive to little kids. The host was easy to get ahold of and very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C., ALTAMONT, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful house
We had a great time. Our house was near the beach, in a nice quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2021
I am so glad you enjoyed the home Jeff. You were such a great guest and can't wait to have you return next year!

8/10 Good

Timothy O., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay in Narragansett
House has everything we needed! Lori was great to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2021
Thank you, Tim. I enjoyed having you. Sorry your stay did not reach my 5 star expectation. Please let me know what could be improved!

10/10 Excellent

Kerri D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We were a bit hesitant to take a vacation during COVID-19 but we’re glad we did. The wrap around porch worked out great for distance visits with relatives. The house was very clean and the kitchen was perfect for all our meals. We plan to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2021
Thank you Kerri !! It was a pleasure to have you

10/10 Excellent

joyce k.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the vacation and the house a lot
Easy to rent really nice decks and kitchen Well stocked kitchen. Nice neighborhood
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2020
Thank you Joyce ! You left my home immaculate and it was so fun learning about the birds from you! Lori

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location. Great neighborhood. Clean property.
Good time with family. Nice house with lots of room. Great wrap around deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
The owners couldn’t have been more accommodating in terms of working with us and navigating the rental process through the uncertainty of the coronavirus. Will rent from them again without hesitation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing weeks stay
Great property. Super clean and spacious. Perfect deck for relaxing in the morning and after the beach. We will be back next year!!

8/10 Good

rani c.

Rental was in a great location! Close to beach, block island and Newport.
Rental was for the most part clean, and location was perfect. Owners were easy to get in touch with. We will definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Solangi A.

Nice house in a great location
Had a lovely time. I would suggest to the host having a book with information available to guest. The house was overall comfortable but bathroom could use maintenance.

10/10 Excellent

laura s.

Liked: Cleanliness
I recommend this property for a family vacation.
A great place for a vacation. I will definitely come back. We enjoyed the house and the beach very much. The owners are very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Great spot for vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Richard B.

Enjoyed the stay
Pictures look great, but still work in progress. Still worth the stay.

8/10 Good

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Happy with our choice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable beach house
We love staying at this house. It has everything we need with plenty of space. The neighborhood is nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Meghan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a perfect spot near the beach!
It was a great place for 4 adults and a dog! It was in walking distance of the beach. We loved the outdoor deck. Place was very clean and owners were easy to contact and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location/Great House
This was our Second time staying at this property. The exterior had since been updated and looks great. Spacious enough for 4 people and 2 dogs. We will be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
THANK YOU JOE! It is our pleasure to have you and appreciate the nice words.

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
This house was great and exactly as described. Walking distance to the beach, great deck and clean. Had an issue with the key not working and tried reaching out to the owners with no answer but ultimately got in and was able to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Hi Christina- sorry about the key and normally I answer on the first ring but I have terrible reception at my work (I work in a hospital) so had to step out Glad you all had fun! It was a nice weekend. Thank you for all the great work you do for children.

8/10 Good

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend get away
The owner was a great communicator. She was always available, and most accommodating. The house was located close to the beach with easy access. Great location !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
THANK YOU JAMES! We appreciate your family and am so glad you had a great time. Can't beat the beach!

2/10 Terrible

Caitlyn C., Los Angeles

Extensive Construction during stay without Proper Notice!!
Less than 24 hours before our arrival we received an email letting us know that they were doing some work on the exterior of the house. When we arrived we were shocked to see the state of the exterior and yard. New siding only partially installed on each side of house, large piles of debris in yard, planks of wood with nails sticking out, packaging shoved under deck and blown around yard, cigarette butts near deck, loose nails and screws, tools and uninstalled windows filling the sun room, which also had a toxic smell. We had concerns about the safety of our toddler playing in the yard. Lori offered us a full refund and to help find us somewhere to move the next day. She said she was not sure about the workers’ schedule at that time and the parts were on backorder. At that point we decided not to move, as we had already unpacked and did not want to spend another half day packing and repacking. In addition, we had concerns about what properties would be available on such short notice and it was important to us to stay in that specific neighborhood, as we had family staying right nearby. We decided to contain the debris as much as we could and go through with our planned bbq the next day. We warned people with small children to be mindful of the hazards and to keep a close eye on the kids. We were alarmed when despite our efforts, our 3 year old nephew handed us a 3 inch screw he had found on the deck. On Monday the construction workers arrived at 8:45 a.m. to continue installing the siding on the house without any notice. This meant extremely loud hammering on the walls, which woke up our daughter. Around the same time as their arrival, I received an email from Lori letting me know that the workers would be there that day, but that the contractor said they could finish within a short amount of time, and would just be there for a couple hours while we were at the beach. This was grossly inaccurate. They were there for more than three days of our stay, with noise so loud we could not be there starting early in the morning. We were offered a refund of less than two nights of the rental rate. We requested more and were turned down, with them arguing we had declined the initial offer to move (made before we were aware workers would be present) and since they had driven by and seen us enjoying the yard during our bbq (again, before the work started), and had accepted the initial refund offer (which we did not). We will not be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Nice Beach Home
We enjoyed our week in the house near the beach. The lay out was nice and made it comfortable. The renovations were nice too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Joan B.

Wonderful get-away!
Great home, with all the amenities anyone needs! Ideal location - close to the beach, shopping and restaurants. Owners accessible if needed. Had a great week! Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Catie B.

We had a wonderful week!
We really enjoyed our stay and vacation in Narragansett! The house is perfect, we had everything we needed and could walk to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Mary G.

Very comfortable home
We were happy with the lay out of the house and the nice neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Great place!!
Awesome place! Will highly recommend to anyone looking for a great beach vacaction!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Brigitte J.

quiet and cozy
excellent house, great for a small family and a guest. we will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Cute Comfy Stay
Perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017