House on Quicksand Pond...close to beach

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

Little Compton, RI

Goosewing Beach Preserve
7 min drive
Lloyd's Beach
15 min drive
Horseneck State Beach
28 min drive
Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
55 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private home less than 3 miles from desirable South Shore beach on Quicksand Pond. A private and peaceful home located in beautiful Little Compton, Rhode Island on 8 acres of land. Enjoy a vacation surrounded by stonewalls, meadows, on the pond, and only a short bike ride to the beach.

Renovations recently completed including fresh paint, new carpets, new bathrooms, air conditioning and all new linens and bedding. The first floor has a large kitchen set up for anyone who loves to cook. The first floor has an open plan with plenty of space to relax with family and friends. The first floor also has a kitchen with wood stove, full bathroom, sunroom, living room and office with a pullout coach (queen size) and television. The second floor has three bedrooms, two with a queen beds, a full bathroom, and the master bedroom with a king bed with its own bathroom soaking tub and shower. The third floor is perfect for kids with two bedrooms; one has a set of twin bunks and two additional twin beds, the other bedroom has a full bed. The basement has a washer and dryer, ping pong table, and extra refrigerator/freezer. Outside enjoy the large yard that leads to the pond. Sit by the fire pit and watch the swans and deer over a cup of coffee or a cocktail. Plenty of space for outdoor yard games. There is also an outdoor shower to clean up after a beach day and a new grill and a large outdoor table that seats 10.

We have two kayak (one kids kayak and one adult one) and a skiff (a flat bottom row boat) for you to use on the pond. There are a few beach chairs, beach wagon, beach toys, a cooler and beach bags for your use as well.

Close to Newport, Boston, Cape Cod or only a ferry ride to Block Island, Martha's Vineyard or Nantucket. Enjoy beautiful beaches, nature trails, local vineyards, boating, surfing, organic farm stands and restaurants.

During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Goosewing Beach Preserve. 3 bathrooms and a fireplace are available in the vacation home.

Air-conditioned home with washing machine, 3 bathrooms, and fireplace
7 minutes by car from Goosewing Beach Preserve and 8 minutes from Little Compton Historical Society

This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

sara dionne

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

Near the beach
Beach towels
Beach sunloungers

Internet

WiFi available

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Food and drink

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Lobster/crab pot
Blender
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Ice maker

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

5 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

3 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Towels provided
Shampoo
Toilet paper
Hairdryer
Soap

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove

Entertainment

Smart TV
Ping pong table

Outdoor areas

Barbecue
Outdoor furniture
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

Office
Desk

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near the sea
In a rural location

Things to do

Kayaking on site

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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House on Quicksand Pond...close to beach Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

24 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARY M.

18 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Togetherness

We really enjoyed our stay at Quicksand Pond. We were in town for a family wedding in Westport. My 4 children, their spouses and my 5 grandchildren and I were very comfortable in your lovely home. The kids loved kayaking and spending time around an evening campfire. Thanks so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M., Amherst, MA 01002

22 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay on Quicksand Pond

This is our third year staying at Quicksand Cottage. We love the setting on the pond, enabling us to kayak, fish and swim right from home. And it is an easy trip to the ocean. Because the weather was not on our side, we spent a lot cooking in the great kitchen, watching the Olympics, playing pingpong doing puzzles and playing games. The house accommodates people doing lots of things in different spots. It is an easy place to relax in. Sara and Jeff are terrific hosts, very responsive and helpful. We love staying here!

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene S.

7 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved it!

Gorgeous property daily views of wildlife. S’mores every night at firepit. Whole family 6 adults 3adult kids and 5 grandkids hope to have our annual family reunion here.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

14 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful week

This was a beautiful, well equipped house. 2 separate eating areas (one indoor and one outdoor) provided plenty of space for our group of nine to have family dinners. The yard is spacious with plenty of room for games, a fire pit and yard chairs provided. Owners were lovely and made themselves available but not intrusive. Pond was terrific for kayaking.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

R M.

8 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A once in a lifetime stay

My cousins and I were doing a family reunion in Little Compton and couldn’t have asked for a better stay. The hosts were quick to reply, kind and incredibly helpful. We highly recommend this property to anyone who is looking for an all around perfect vacation. We are excited to book here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

8 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Quicksand Cottage

Fantastic house with everything you could possibly need in an ideal location close to everything. Sara the host (owner) is always available and responds quickly to any request or questions you may have. We have been renting in Little Compton for many years and will return for our 3rd stay here - its the perfect vacation home for our large family !

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke I.

1 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation spot

Very quiet and private location. House and property is very nice with lots of space to play outside and had basically everything we needed there for a great family vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa A., Canada

21 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

This was our second time staying at this property and it just never disappoints. Thank you Sara and Jeff for letting us enjoy your beautiful home once gain.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis E., New Orleans, LA

27 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Little Compton get away.

Everything was perfect. Thank you Sarah and Jaff.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

26 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place for group getaway

This property is as advertised - lots of space for a group getaway. The property is secluded on lots of land. The owners are very engaged and respond to questions promptly. There is a nice grocery store nearby that has everything you could want. I definitely recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

31 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay by the beach

We loved this beautiful house and it's perfect location, close to the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

26 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property and home

We had a multi-generational family staying for a week, and we couldn’t have been happier with the house. It had plenty of room to stretch out, and also to gather together. The grounds are amazing, and we really enjoyed the kayak/boat access on the pond.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M., Amherst, MA 01002

23 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay at Quicksand Cottage

We spent two weeks enjoying the house and its environs, our second time here. The house is perfect for our needs: plenty of bedrooms with comfortable beds, a well-stocked kitchen and lots of space indoors and out for games, reading and gathering. We were able to eat outside under the stars almost every evening. We love being able to kayak right from the house and there are really nice walks and bike rides as well. The hosts are responsive and clearly care that their guests enjoy a carefree time at the house. We will return!!!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

29 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection!

Our house on Quicksand Pond was everything as promised and more. There was plenty of room for the 13 of us, plus everything we needed for cooking, eating, and beaching. It’s a great location for getting to South Shore Beach where we went every day for the week. Only thing missing was an umbrella for the outdoor dining area. With young kids we were eating early so the sun was still out in full force. But what a beautiful spot!!! Thank you Sara and Jeff for being such great hosts and providing everything we’d need for a fabulous family vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

22 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Wonderful house with all we needed for large family group. Kids loved playing in the massive yard and trying to catch fireflies. Adults enjoyed relaxing and kayaking on the pond and watching the swans swim by. Close to plenty of activities but feels like your in your own world.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

19 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

L.C.4th of July

Amazing location and a fantastic house ! Host has provided everything you could possibly need. Little Compton is a special place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami R., Zeeland, MI, USA

27 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous property!

We rented this property for a family get together and it did not disappoint! Gorgeous, clean and well maintained, private, well appointed....it was everything we hoped for. Thank you for sharing this beautiful property with us!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa A., Canada

22 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nature lover

If you are looking to connect with nature this is the perfect place. Beautiful scenery. We had everything that we needed and the owners where very welcoming. They made sure that we would enjoy our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L.

7 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Great and peaceful location. Property is well maintained. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg A.

2 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

New Year’s eve getaway

Hosts were very friendly and made the stay seamless! A beautiful and spacious home perfect for our group of friends to ring in the new year together. Would love to come back in the warmer months:)

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

30 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Very cozy family getaway

Plenty of space for our entire family (and extended family) to spread out and enjoy our extended holiday!! The house and yard were perfect for us! Sound did travel through the walls, but that didn’t matter to us! Perfect place for our whole family!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor L.

27 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Greta Stay

The place was clean and nice. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

29 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming peace and quiet

This is such a lovely house, perfect for our family Thanksgiving gathering. The kitchen is huge and very well appointed. The beds were all quite comfortable. The property is set back from the road, and the huge yard was great for the kids to play lacrosse and football. Sara and Jeff very generously left us a gift of hot cocoa, prosecco, and candy. They also made sure that we would have a roasting pan for our turkey. We all enjoyed cozy fires in the woodstove and fireplace. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and find their own space. The kids liked having the office to make their own hangout. I would suggest that a house that large could use a little more seating options in the living room and more chairs at the dining table so that all could sit together for meals. That being said, it was quite idyllic, and we loved every minute. Check in and check out was a breeze. We will definitely keep this place in mind for future family getaways. The area is so charming, and Little Compton and Westport are both a quick drive away for grabbing anything you may need.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

21 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful long weekend

Our trip to Little Compton was a perfect fall weekend for our group of 8. 4 adults and 4 teens. Property was just as advertised. Clean, comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed sitting in the yard by the fire pit and walking around the property. We cooked meals at home and had all the equipment we needed. The surrounding area was scenic and we enjoyed farmers markets, apple picking and visits to Tiverton and Westport. Check in was easy. Would recommend this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022