Never before have I stayed in an Airbnb and immediately wished I could come right back the next weekend! I booked for Memorial Day weekend knowing nothing about the area, just that it was a good middle point between a few places we needed to go, and Alan's listing was within our budget. Forgive the novel, but I cannot gush enough about our stay!
Everything was immaculate, the living/sitting room has gorgeous high ceilings with exposed beams and lots of well-loved houseplants to brighten the space. The mini-fridge and microwave were plenty for our weekend stay, and we were grateful for the complimentary Keurig pods. We mostly used the kitchen table as a hub for our belongings, as there was ample space to enjoy our coffee on the deck. The bedrooms were perfect for our group of three, as was the bathroom - which has a double-headed shower, a novelty to me!
We were a bit nervous about the lack of air conditioning, but I am so, so glad we decided to stay anyway. Each room has a strong ceiling fan, and we had the trunk space to bring extra fans just in case (I'm very heat sensitive). We may have been lucky, but we barely needed them - the many bedroom windows provided enough ventilation that we were always comfortable and cool at night, and the high living room ceiling keeps the heat well above your head during the day.
Of course the property itself is also worth more than a mention. As a beginner birdwatcher I could have easily spent hours watching the many catbirds, cardinals, robins, and swifts that had made their homes in the surrounding trees. We often spotted a pair of cottontails munching on clover. We were also inspected and approved by both Peanut the dog and Daisy the cat. We only had time for brief visits to some of the nearby trails and beach, where we caught a fabulous sunset. And for anyone coming in from a metro area with light pollution like us, take some time on a clear night to stargaze!
A short drive to Providence, Newport, and a number of MA towns nearby, this spot really is the perfect middle for a coastal New England weekend. Make sure you take time to explore Tiverton as well - I'd go back just to spend a day at Groundswell Cafe if I could, let alone the many other local businesses. Good food, art, nature, and people abound. A genuine 10/10 stay - thank you, Alan!