Visitors will find an array of Rhode Island lodging and vacation rentals conveniently situated to enjoy this compact state. With only 1,054 square miles to cover, nothing in Rhode Island is more than an hour away by car.

Outdoor activities for Rhode Island vacationers include fishing, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, golfing, bicycling, and all types of water sports. Rhode Island's 400 miles of coastline feature more than 100 beaches, perfect for fun in the sun.

The largest beach in Rhode Island is the seven-mile-long Misquamicut State Beach in Westerly. Here guests of Rhode Island vacation rentals will find modest surf and good sand, with a gradual drop off. Amenities include a pavilion, picnic facilities, lifeguards, restrooms, a huge paved parking lot and an amusement park.

Blue Shutters Town Beach in Charleston is popular with families, while East Beach in Charlestown, makes a great escape for those who prefer to avoid the crowds. Narragansett, on the southern shore, is a popular spot for Rhode Island beach vacations.

One of the top tourist destinations in Rhode Island is Newport, with its gilded mansions and yachting traditions, but lesser known Middletown and Portsmouth also offer plenty of charm for guests of Rhode Island vacation rentals.

Block Island, about 12 miles offshore and accessed by ferry, is a welcome retreat for vacationers. Visitors to Block Island can cycle past sand dunes, visit wildlife refuges, explore the 1867 Northlight lighthouse, and relax on the pristine Crescent Beach. Nearby Conanicut Island offers 20 miles of cycling routes for visitors to Rhode Island vacation rentals.

Providence, the capital of Rhode Island, has been undergoing a renaissance in recent years, sprucing up neighborhoods and building parks and shopping venues. Artists and filmmakers have discovered Providence, and the city claims to have more restaurants per capital than any other major city in America. Visit the John Brown house, an elegant mansions turned museum to learn more about the history of Providence, or stroll down Benefit Street to see the restored homes of sea captains and merchants.

Whatever your interests, you're sure to find the perfect Rhode Island vacation rental.

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Country Farmhouse, Walk to Beach, 5 Minute Drive To Historic Newport
    3 Bedrooms,
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • , Sleeps 6
Book it Now!
3 night Minimum Stay
  • 3 BR,
  • 3 BA,
  • Sleeps 6
#407620vb
    1 Review
    Luxury, new 3 Bed 3 bath downtown rental doorsteps from everything you will need
      3 Bedrooms,
    • 3 Bathrooms
    • , Sleeps 6
    2 night Minimum Stay
    • 3 BR,
    • 3 BA,
    • Sleeps 6
    #233948
      (7)
      Private Island FOR SALE
        2 Bedrooms,
      • 1 Bathroom
      • , Sleeps 4
      $500
      per night
      2 night Minimum Stay
      • 2 BR,
      • 1 BA,
      • Sleeps 4
      #145898
        (3)
        Ocean Romance, The Floating Dockside Yacht Bed And Breakfast Hotel
          3 Bedrooms,
        • 3 Bathrooms
        • 1 Half Bath
        • , Sleeps 6
        • 3 BR,
        • 3 BA,
        • 1 HF BA,
        • Sleeps 6
        #979815
          1 Review
          Luxury, New 3 Bed 3 Bath Downtown Rental Doorsteps From Everything
            3 Bedrooms,
          • 3 Bathrooms
          • , Sleeps 4
          2 night Minimum Stay
          • 3 BR,
          • 3 BA,
          • Sleeps 4
          #993885
            2 Reviews
            Incredible Seaside Getaway for Family & Friends.
              6 Bedrooms,
            • 1 Bathroom
            • , Sleeps 15
            • 6 BR,
            • 1 BA,
            • Sleeps 15
            #449908vb
              beautiful views of Narragansett Bay
                4 Bedrooms,
              • 4 Bathrooms
              • 1 Half Bath
              • , Sleeps 10
              $2,950 - $4,450
              per week
              2 - 7 night Minimum Stay
              • 4 BR,
              • 4 BA,
              • 1 HF BA,
              • Sleeps 10
              #388701
                2 Reviews
                Bristol Sails Beach Cottage
                  2 Bedrooms,
                • 1 Bathroom
                • , Sleeps 5
                2 night Minimum Stay
                • 2 BR,
                • 1 BA,
                • Sleeps 5
                #236821vb
                  (7)
                  Waterfront with sandy beach
                    2 Bedrooms,
                  • 1 Bathroom
                  • , Sleeps 4
                  • 2 BR,
                  • 1 BA,
                  • Sleeps 4
                  #205443vb
                    Tranquil Retreat, Beautiful Sunsets, $1200. - $2500./ week
                      3 Bedrooms,
                    • 1 Bathroom
                    • 1 Half Bath
                    • , Sleeps 8
                    • 3 BR,
                    • 1 BA,
                    • 1 HF BA,
                    • Sleeps 8
                    #381890vb
                      (9)
                      Live at Narragansett Beach! 3 Decks+Luxury
                        3 Bedrooms,
                      • 2 Bathrooms
                      • 1 Half Bath
                      • , Sleeps 8
                      Book it Now!
                      6 night Minimum Stay
                      • 3 BR,
                      • 2 BA,
                      • 1 HF BA,
                      • Sleeps 8
                      #429333vb
                        Fabulous Houseboat just moved to downtown Providence, RI!
                          2 Bedrooms,
                        • 1 Bathroom
                        • , Sleeps 6
                        2 night Minimum Stay
                        • 2 BR,
                        • 1 BA,
                        • Sleeps 6
                        #390271
                          (11)
                          Dreamy Beach Life for the Summer
                            3 Bedrooms,
                          • 1 Bathroom
                          • , Sleeps 6
                          • 3 BR,
                          • 1 BA,
                          • Sleeps 6
                          #372572vb
                            Overlooking Newport's Easton's Beach Cliff Walk Mansion Views Hear Waves
                              4 Bedrooms,
                            • 3 Bathrooms
                            • , Sleeps 11
                            • 4 BR,
                            • 3 BA,
                            • Sleeps 11
                            #306980
                              (42)
                              Direct Waterfront. Beautiful southern views on 600' deck. Only 1 week left!
                                3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
                              7 night Minimum Stay
                              • 3 BR,
                              • Sleeps 6
                              #120827
                                (16)
                                Water view, Beachfront Sandy Beach Vacation Property
                                  3 Bedrooms,
                                • 2 Bathrooms
                                • , Sleeps 9
                                2 - 7 night Minimum Stay
                                • 3 BR,
                                • 2 BA,
                                • Sleeps 9
                                #3510171
                                  Grand Victorian House, Beautifully Restored, Central Newport
                                    5 Bedrooms,
                                  • 4 Bathrooms
                                  • , Sleeps 10
                                  • 5 BR,
                                  • 4 BA,
                                  • Sleeps 10
                                  #363193
                                    (26)
                                    One Block To Ocean Beach (Avail: Week of 8/24 and dates in June)
                                      5 Bedrooms,
                                    • 2 Bathrooms
                                    • , Sleeps 10
                                    2 - 7 night Minimum Stay
                                    • 5 BR,
                                    • 2 BA,
                                    • Sleeps 10
                                    #3004519
                                      1 Review
                                      Brand New Classic Beach House - 6 Bdrm, 3 Bath, Walk to Beach - Ocean Views
                                        6 Bedrooms,
                                      • 3 Bathrooms
                                      • , Sleeps 12
                                      7 - 258 night Minimum Stay
                                      • 6 BR,
                                      • 3 BA,
                                      • Sleeps 12
                                      #179469
                                        2 Reviews
                                        Quick Walk to Beaches. Close to Town. Huge deck! Great for Families.
                                          4 Bedrooms,
                                        • 2 Bathrooms
                                        • , Sleeps 10
                                        2 - 7 night Minimum Stay
                                        • 4 BR,
                                        • 2 BA,
                                        • Sleeps 10
                                        #266678
                                          (7)
                                          Ocean Memories for Your Family
                                            5 Bedrooms,
                                          • 3 Bathrooms
                                          • , Sleeps 10
                                          $5,000 - $5,000
                                          per week
                                          7 night Minimum Stay
                                          • 5 BR,
                                          • 3 BA,
                                          • Sleeps 10
                                          #452249vb
                                            Oceanfront beach house Newport County, Spectacular Views with Central a/c
                                              4 Bedrooms,
                                            • 2 Bathrooms
                                            • , Sleeps 8
                                            3 - 7 night Minimum Stay
                                            • 4 BR,
                                            • 2 BA,
                                            • Sleeps 8
                                            #266624
                                              1 Review
                                              Now booking Academic 2013-2014/Summer 2013/Wedding Specials May&June
                                                7 Bedrooms,
                                              • 5 Bathrooms
                                              • 1 Half Bath
                                              • , Sleeps 14
                                              2 - 260 night Minimum Stay
                                              • 7 BR,
                                              • 5 BA,
                                              • 1 HF BA,
                                              • Sleeps 14
                                              #995791
                                                Charming Newport Beach House on two acres
                                                  4 Bedrooms,
                                                • 2 Bathrooms
                                                • 1 Half Bath
                                                • , Sleeps 8
                                                7 night Minimum Stay
                                                • 4 BR,
                                                • 2 BA,
                                                • 1 HF BA,
                                                • Sleeps 8
                                                #181816
                                                  2 Reviews
                                                  Fun in the Rhode Island Sun by the beach! Smooth Sand. Walk to the Sea
                                                    3 Bedrooms,
                                                  • 1 Bathroom
                                                  • , Sleeps 6
                                                  • 3 BR,
                                                  • 1 BA,
                                                  • Sleeps 6
                                                  #372086vb
                                                    Easton Points Most Spectacular View, Luxury New Home with Cottage, 6 Bedrooms
                                                      6 Bedrooms,
                                                    • 5 Bathrooms
                                                    • 1 Half Bath
                                                    • , Sleeps 18
                                                    2 - 3 night Minimum Stay
                                                    • 6 BR,
                                                    • 5 BA,
                                                    • 1 HF BA,
                                                    • Sleeps 18
                                                    #977466
                                                      Large, Victorian Watch Hill Summer 'Cottage'
                                                        7 Bedrooms,
                                                      • 4 Bathrooms
                                                      • 1 Half Bath
                                                      • , Sleeps 12
                                                      7 night Minimum Stay
                                                      • 7 BR,
                                                      • 4 BA,
                                                      • 1 HF BA,
                                                      • Sleeps 12
                                                      #988566
                                                        Large Gated 5 BR Home on Indian Avenue Near Newport Beaches
                                                          5 Bedrooms,
                                                        • 4 Bathrooms
                                                        • 1 Half Bath
                                                        • , Sleeps 12
                                                        3 - 7 night Minimum Stay
                                                        • 5 BR,
                                                        • 4 BA,
                                                        • 1 HF BA,
                                                        • Sleeps 12
                                                        #967450
                                                          (3)