DIRECT WATER FRONT AND BEACH FRONT IN NARRAGANSETT, RI

We're a group of high school friends in our 30's with 5 different couples and 4 kids. Steve's place suited us very well and has all the amenities one would need (kids toys, boats, bikes, fire pit, deck and various hangout areas, 2 living rooms, huge dining room table, plenty of parking, a dock to go swimming from, 220 degree views of the water, etc). Overall the place was perfect and well appointed.

The bedrooms aren't large, but we weren't hanging out in them anyway. The kitchen is a bit tight, but we were cooking in groups so it was fine for us. There are a few things that are slightly dated here and there, but that's easily overlooked since you're not paying top dollar. Steve seems to be constantly upgrading as there are new amenities not shown in the current photos.

Overall, highly recommended. Lots of great places to go nearby as well.

We are a group of high school friends, now age 55. We have gotten together for several years now but have always stayed in hotels or in one of our own homes. This was a trial for us - could ten 55 year-olds manage in a house for 4 or 5 days? Steve's house worked great for us - only two of us needed to share a bedroom (other than the 2 couples) so everyone had plenty of space. Three bathrooms were fine for us (none of us being particularly needy about beauty time). We loved the outside space and our long weekend in October was gorgeous. We used the fire pit twice and the deck quite a bit. Proximity to Narragansett beaches/activities was great too and we also explored Newport from land, sea and air. Steve is attentive and makes sure that everything is in good order. I think this house would be even more perfect for families with the beach right next door and all the watercraft. It can be a bit cramped in the kitchen for several adults, but if is perfectly fine if 2 or 3 people are trying to get a meal on the table. For adults, we'd recommend some of the Newport activities that we tried - a historical walking tour, visiting Thames glass (where we took a glassblowing class), a helicopter tour and a lighthouse tour. We also cooked a clambake that we procured from a place Steve recommended (I cannot remember the name) and that was a feast to remember - lobster, clams, fish, Chorizo, corn, potatoes, onions - yum (warning...be very hungry if you do this)! There's a cute little store - Roch's - not far from the house that has some prepared foods and is a little grocery store too - adorable and convenient. We also went out to Spain and Arturo Joe's for dinners - both fabulous and highly recommended.

Fabulous location by the water. Very serene for relaxing with a book by the water or kyaking/canoeing for those who are more active. Both the inside as well as the outside of the premises were very clean and well kept. Plenty of room inside for our grown married children to stay with us and enjoy the site. There were many amenities to enjoy both indoor and outdoors. Will definitely look forward to return to this site again.