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Potters Pond Cottage, walk to East Matunuck, Oyster bar, close to URI

East Matunuck State Beach offers serene coastal walks while Potters Pond invites paddlers to explore its waters - a perfect natural retreat for outdoor enthusiasts

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Potters Pond Cottage provides a peaceful base near East Matunuck State Beach and the popular Matunuck Oyster Bar. Visitors can enjoy the garden, use in-room WiFi, and walk to nearby attractions including the University of Rhode Island and Newport.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About the neighborhood

Map
RI, South Kingstown

What's nearby

  • Point Judith Pond - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • East Matunuck State Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Scarborough Beach - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Narragansett Beach - 9 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino - 43 min drive - 57.4 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Station - 16 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matunuck Oyster Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Iggy's Doughboys & Chowder House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪George's of Galilee - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Champlin's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Mist - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Potters Pond Cottage, walk to East Matunuck, Oyster bar, close to URI

Guesthouse located in Snug Harbor
Potters Pond Cottage, walk to East Matunuck, Oyster bar, close to URI provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
  • Water sports equipment
Room features
All guestrooms at Potters Pond Cottage, walk to East Matunuck, Oyster bar, close to URI include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets not allowed

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 11/04/2025, RE.00851-STR

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Is Potters Pond Cottage, walk to East Matunuck, Oyster bar, close to URI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Potters Pond Cottage, walk to East Matunuck, Oyster bar, close to URI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Potters Pond Cottage, walk to East Matunuck, Oyster bar, close to URI?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Potters Pond Cottage, walk to East Matunuck, Oyster bar, close to URI located?

Located in Snug Harbor, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Point Judith Pond and East Matunuck State Beach. Carpenter's Grist Mill and Matunuck Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Potters Pond Cottage, walk to East Matunuck, Oyster bar, close to URI Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gheed I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is so cute on a picturesque property. We loved the neighbourhood feel especially since it is within walking distance of a beautiful state beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Lovely place. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

A perfect launching pad to enjoy the best of Rhode Island's beaches and dining! We look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute location. The grounds are so pretty. Location close to beach (we biked there) and to great food (got takeout to eat at the beach). Very quaint for couples getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark & melanie k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quite cottage. Perfect for 2. 5 mins to East Matunuck beach. Solid for a short beach stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute, cozy house. Nice patio sitting area and dock area. Only suggestions would be to have a fan or AC downstairs and a tv upstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great communication, adorable little cottage close to URI and surrounding area. Loved our stay, will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Don D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Run down and not well appointed for the price
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia F.

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

Cute little getaway!

We spent the weekend for our daughter’s graduation; great location. Cozy little place that has everything you need and a relaxing outdoor space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was great! Friendly, accomodating and made us feel right at home. She greeted us when we arrived and departed. Just a lovely little place, a real cottage feel in a country setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryEllen E.

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

Girls weekend

Excellent location. Great Communication with the owner! Overall stay was awesome. We just wish the weather had been nicer, but we can’t control that.😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tessa G.

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

Wonderful little cottage

This was a lovely cottage. It was perfect for our anniversary getaway but there was enough room for our two children if we wanted to stay for a weekend. We enjoyed paddleboarding from the private dock, biking through quiet neighborhoods, and the short drive to our favorite beach bar. Beautifully decorateds and accommodating host.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

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

Cute cottage and considerate host!

The cottage is in a great location - a beautiful beach is nearby, as well as the restaurant the host recommends. Beautiful landscaping at the cottage and comfy quarters. Christine is a thoughtful host - she left freshly-baked muffins for us and a boogie board for my 8 yo to use at the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Wonderful, as advertised

Christine was a terrific, communicative, hospitable host and her cottage was perfect for our long weekend. It’s in a great location and is clean and inviting. Thanks you for having us for our first visit to RI, Christine! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

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

Perfect and peaceful

We had a fantastic trip! Staying at Snug Harbour was icing on the cake. Christine was super responsive on any questions I had and had great suggestions for places to eat and visit. Snug Harbour was centrally located to everything on our wish list to visit. I highly highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann D.

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

Quiet Getaway

This cabin is located next to the owner's house. There was a separate outdoor patio for us and the patio was nicely landscaped. The inside of the cabin was cozy and had the softest bath towels I've ever used.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Just like the pictures

It’s a darling but smallish cottage walkable to a lovely private pond with a dock. Kayaking was so peaceful and the kayaks are kept right by the dock. Outside the small patio is beautifully landscaped. Being able to walk to a wonderful state beach with all amenities and to the Matunuck Oyster Bar made this the perfect spot for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

Weekend RI Trip

Our family (2 adults and 2 kids 7&10) stayed at this lovely cottage for a weekend getaway. Even though we live a short distance away in CT, it seemed like we were much further away! The cottage met all of our needs as far as amenities and is in a great location with access to Potter's Pond. We spent a lot of time kayaking around and enjoying the sites. Overall it was a great stay, and we would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

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

2 night stay for our anniversary

This is our second trip to this property. It's always a lovely time spent at this beautiful cottage. It's just the right size for the two of us. There are nice restaurants within walking distance, and the property is lovely to hang out at as well. So beautifully landscaped and decorated. Christine is an amazing host, she went above and beyond to make our time there special. Highly recommend Potter's Pond cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl and Willow P.

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

Weekend graduation whirlwind

Easy to find, good communication from owner, clean, comfortable, quaint. We really enjoyed our short stay and had no problems. The ONLY thing we were lacking that we were hoping would be included was a coffee maker.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH M.

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

Cottage

It was a great little weekend. Perfect little cottage. Just enough for our family. We grilled outside. We walked to the Matunuck Oyster Bar. Great kayaking access and close to the beach. Christine was the perfect host. Gave us great ideas for eating out, fun things to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

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

Tiny House Retreat!

Christine our host was very helpful with suggestions on beaches and places to eat. Her property was absolutely beautiful and I looked at every inch of it! The tiny house we stayed in directly adjacent to her home had everything that we needed, including an adorable outside patio to ourselves. Would recommend to a couple or single person looking for a getaway to a beautiful section of Rhode Island. The bed was a little stiff for my liking…
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sue K.

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

Very nice

Very nice stay. Beautiful location. Beautiful landscaping. Quiet at night.Some little quirks.Advise the owner to have starter napkins, a metal coffee pot with the metal insert to place coffee; coffee pot misding interior. Have 2 starter Kerug pods. Have some olive oil, sugar that is not crystallized in a container and can't be used.The beds are not comfortable, one kitchen table out of two was ready to break.If you are 5 ft -5 ft 2 inches tall, you can't reach the shower head to remove or store your shampoo in the caddy.With some upkeep/improvement, this place would be a ten.8.5 out of 10.Delightful,Sue K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne L.

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

Nice cottage

Overall this was a great place to stay. Be mindful of how small it is and that the bathroom is on a different floor than the bedroom. Air conditioning was in the upstairs (bedroom) window so on very warm days, the living area is not as cool as you might want. The supplied floor fan made it comfortable for us. We found the kitchen to be adequate (new Keurig was a nice touch). We cook our own meals but didn't have a sauté pan nor covered pot (other than the lobster pot) so cooking an egg was a challenge. We ended up using a stock pot with a pie plate for a cover to poach eggs each morning. The supplied grill had completely replaced grates and burners so we grilled every night. Fresh seafood, of course. The location was excellent and we wouldn't hesitate renting here in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay! Christine was very responsive and the rental was close to everything. We had a wonderful long weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024