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Pondside - Pet Friendly - Block Island - AC - 4BR

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake and greenery.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a side table, a lamp, and a staircase leading to another level.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a television mounted above it.
A single-story wooden house with a gabled roof, a chimney, and a front porch with a staircase.
A wooden dock extending into a calm water body, surrounded by lush greenery and a small boat.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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New Shoreham, RI
  • Place, Great Salt Pond
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Charleston Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Nathan Mott Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State)
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Block Island

Within a short walk of Great Salt Pond, this cottage is within a mile (2 km) of Charleston Beach. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Great Salt Pond - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Charleston Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Nathan Mott Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ballard's Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Mohegan Bluffs - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Oar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dead Eye Dick's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Pondside - Pet Friendly - Block Island - AC - 4BR

Come relax and unwind at Martin Mere cottage, a quiet and peaceful, 2+ acre property, surrounded by ponds and wildlife located on the west side of Block Island. This is a vacation home that the entire family can enjoy. Children and pets can run and play in the yard, fish can be caught in the ponds, evenings can be spent enjoying sunsets and grilling on our back deck, after a long day at the beach you can rinse off in our outdoor shower.

The space
Martin Mere is located three miles from downtown, on the southwestern side of the island. It is a 4 bedroom home equipped with one king bed, three queen beds and one twin bed. One full bath, a half bath and fully enclosed outdoor shower w/hot and cold water. Hardwood floors and a spacious living room and dining area. Full kitchen includes refrigerator w/ice maker and filtered water, toaster, coffee maker, mixer, and blender. Central heating. Stainless steel propane grill, private, filtered well water, as well as many other amenities. We have StarLink High Speed Internet available for your use! As of Summer 2023 we will have AC units in each bedroom for your comfort.

Other things to note
Boat reservations are required for your vehicle and should be made immediately upon booking your rental. Call the Block Island Ferry for reservations and scheduling.

Dog Owners: This house is pet friendly, with a $150 pet fee per dog. Up to 2 well-behaved dogs allowed. Pets should be monitored while outside and picked up after.

$700 Security deposit required with every booking

We have a strict 8 person maximum. This includes children. If violated we have the right to terminate the reservation.

Registration Details
RE.02765-STR
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number RE.26059-STR, 12/31/2026

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Block Island, a short 16-minute walk from Charleston Beach and also 8 minutes on foot from Great Salt Pond. You'll also find Coast Guard Beach and Old Harbor within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Pondside - Pet Friendly - Block Island - AC - 4BR?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Pondside - Pet Friendly - Block Island - AC - 4BR?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and a kitchen as well as a firepit.

Does Pondside - Pet Friendly - Block Island - AC - 4BR have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does Pondside - Pet Friendly - Block Island - AC - 4BR have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State), which is around 16.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Pondside - Pet Friendly - Block Island - AC - 4BR?

Yes, every cottage at Pondside - Pet Friendly - Block Island - AC - 4BR comes with a patio.

Pondside - Pet Friendly - Block Island - AC - 4BR Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here! We greatly appreciated the space the home and property had for our family and dogs. Beds were comfortable, kitchen was spacious, and it was a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026