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Sherman Cottage on the Beach

Vacation home in Block Island with kitchen and balcony

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TV, offices
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Sherman Cottage on the Beach provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms91 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 1,161
AED 3,052 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Sherman Cottage on the Beach

Summary:
You will be close to everything when you stay at this cottage right downtown in Old Harbor on Dodge St with direct beach access. Now rented by Herdman Hospitality, this 3-bedroom (king, 2 queens, pull-out), 2 full bathroom cottage, fully equipped with modern amenities like a full kitchen, washer/dryer, Roku TV, Wi-Fi, A/C, and an outdoor shower, linens and beach basics. Offers direct beach access and in town, 3-5 mins from the ferry. Accommodates up to 8. Free Parking. Pet friendly.

The Space:
The first floor has a full kitchen with dining room table and all kitchen basics. There is also a full bathroom and living room with a pull out couch. The second floor has 3 bedrooms. 2 are queen beds and one is a king bed with en suite full bathroom and access to a small balcony.

Guest Access:
Guests have private access to the cottage via 2 doors that are ground level off of the parking lot.

The Neighborhood:
Sherman Cottage is right downtown in Old Harbor. There is direct beach access to the Baby Beach area of Crescent Beach. The Old Harbor ferry dock is only about a 5 min walk. A majority of shops and restaurants are within walking distance. New Harbor is a 15-20 minute walk.

Getting Around:
Most necessities are within walking distance. Taxis, mopeds, and bikes are available to rent in town in the summer and shoulder seasons.

Other Things to Note:
All linens, bath towels, and toiletry basics are provided. There are beach chairs and towels available for the number of people that the unit accommodates.
Rhode Island Registration: RE.06636-STR
Block Island Registration: STR-25365

Interaction with Guests:
Check in is a remote process, but the host is always close by and available if needed.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

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

  • In the city center
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 980 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 12/08/2025, RE.06636-STR

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
New Shoreham, RI

What's nearby

  • Old Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ballard's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mohegan Bluffs - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Mansion Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Crescent Beach - 7 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sherman Cottage on the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Sherman Cottage on the Beach?

As of 8 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sherman Cottage on the Beach on 13 November 2025 start from $746.87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Sherman Cottage on the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sherman Cottage on the Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sherman Cottage on the Beach located?

Located in the heart of Block Island, this vacation home is steps from Old Harbor, Block Island Historical Society Museum, and Clayhead Nature Trail. Surf Beach and Nichols Park are also within 5 minutes.

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Sherman Cottage on the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New, nicely decorated, clean, quiet, comfortable beds, very convenient location in the downtown area. Can walk to all the restaurants, very close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint, clean cottage, perfectly situated among shops, restaurants, beach, and ferry - all accessible on foot.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherry Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, fully equipped cottage, great for a family vacation. Right in the center of town, just steps from shops, restaurants and the beach. Excellent communication from the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizzy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location

Sherman Cottage is a perfect spot for a quick trip to Block. Incredible location right in town and beach access right out back. The AC is rare for Block Island and much appreciated. The space is small but just what you need for a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025