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We call it Ponder!

We call it Ponder!

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This is the back of the house, which faces the water.
THIS is why we call it Ponder! Spectacular view of the salt pond!
Large living room with 2 seating areas and open to the sun porch
Second seating area in living room.
Sun room

Overview of We call it Ponder!

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Westerly, RI
  • Popular LocationMisquamicut State Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationAtlantic Beach Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationEast Beach6 min drive
  • AirportProvidence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

We call it Ponder!

Waterfront home with a spectacular view on a 1+ acre lot with a large, manicured lawn and a private foot dock to one of Rhode Island’s famous salt ponds. Ponder, as we fondly refer to it, has a wonderful enclosed porch overlooking Winnapaug Pond with expansive ocean views.

Located within minutes of the Misquamicut and Watch Hill BEACHES (dunes pass to the Misquamicut State Beaches included with rental for all peak-season weeks), with easy access to Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun casinos, Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium, and fantastic dining in Westerly, Watch Hill, Stonington, Mystic, and elsewhere. Just 35 minutes to Newport.

There is a public golf course, the Winnapaug Golf Club, located within walking distance, and multiple public tennis courts can be found in the area.
The house has a large living room that opens to the enclosed porch and a combined kitchen/dining room that overlooks the pond.
Four bedrooms:
• Upstairs master bedroom with king and en suite bathroom
• Second upstairs bedroom with single bed
• Downstairs room with two single beds (that can be made into a king bed)
• Downstairs room with full sized bed
Two full baths, one with a shower and one with a bath/shower, and one half bath.

Easily accessible from the Westerly Amtrak station and T F Green Airport in Providence, and just a few minutes from the Westerly State Airport, which provides daily flights to Block Island.


Keywords: ocean view, well-equipped home, convenient to beaches and shopping, private dock

Property manager

Fred Bisbee

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Exterior
Private chic waterfront retreat-newly renovated
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
9.6 out of 10, (12 reviews)
Private chic waterfront retreat-newly renovated

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
no pets allowed, no parking on lawn, no fireplace.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number RE.04220-STR

About the area

Westerly

Located in Westerly, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Misquamicut State Beach and popular attractions include Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Mystic Seaport. Traveling with kids? Consider Water Wizz of Westerly and Ninigret. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Westerly, RI

What's nearby

  • Weekapaug Golf Club - 12 min walk
  • Misquamicut State Beach - 4 min drive
  • Atlantic Beach Park - 6 min drive
  • East Beach - 6 min drive
  • East Beach Watch Hill - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Westerly Station - 14 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Thirsty Beaver - 4 min drive
  • Burger King - 6 min drive
  • Evie's - 3 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 7 min drive
  • Ninety-Nine Restaurant & Pub - 6 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 47 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoy Ponder
We enjoyed our stay. Well stocked kitchen. Comfy beds, great view.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Inside nice. Outside needs work
Dock is not safe to stand on, dive off of, or fish from. Trees and bushes need trimming, house needs paint. Lots of mosquitos
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
It was the perfect spot for our vacation get away. It is close to beaches and grocery stores. The house provided everything needed and comfortable sleeping quarters. I would 100% recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house
Great time Awesome view
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oasis
Ideal spot bordering a quiet pond. Two miles from beaches. Property had two levels with a kitchen on each level. Lots of privacy offered by this configuration.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Fred Bisbee

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Ponder is a jointly owned family home .We all treasure the time that we can spend at Ponder. We have all had wonderful times here, celebrating weddings and birthdays, and just enjoying time with family and friends. Many of us have fond memories of getting our first gold ring on the Watch Hill carousel, or attending concerts and fireworks in the Westerly park. And we all have spent many hours relaxing on the many beautiful sandy beaches available in the area.

Why they chose this property

Some of us were raised in Westerly and have known the area and all it has to offer for our entire lifetimes. Others have come to know it more recently. We all agree that it offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and quiet, as well as lots of activities and things to do for people of all ages.

What makes this property unique

In addition to an amazing location, this house is very comfortable and offers all of the conveniences of home. You can spend your time relaxing and reading on the sun porch, enjoying a cup of coffee on the back steps overlooking the water, or taking advantage of all of the activities that its waterfront location allows. The large grounds provide plenty of space for children to run around and play. The well-equipped kitchen allows you to easily cook and eat in, if you wish. The pass to the Dunes Beach, which comes with the weekly rental, makes it easy for you to park right at the beach.
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