Watch Hill is a visual paradise - a town full of history , shops and glorious Victorian architecture. Historic Bay street is the sort of street where you can while away a whole enjoyable afternoon just browsing. At your elbow the bay is alive with dozens of sailboats and yachts . V iews of nearby Block Island on a clear day are breathtaking. The beautiful sunsets often seen off Watch Hill can only be called spectacular.
Many visitors come back every year in hopes of catching another one.
O f course nearby there are numerous white beaches with just the right amount of surf. Salt water anglers recognize Watch Hill as one of the finest fishing spots in New England. Even children will be happy, as Watch Hill is home to the famous flying-horse carousel, believed to be the oldest in the country. The Watch Hill Inn, built in 1845, echoes the town's flavor, too. Furnished in a traditional New England style, the rooms are cozy and well-appointed.