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Sherman Cottage

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Block Island

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A wooden deck with a railing, overlooking a grassy area with parked cars and a house in the background.
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a dining table with benches, and a view into a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.
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A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a window with a view of cars and a building.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms980 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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New Shoreham, RI
  • Place, Block Island Historical Society Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballard's Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State)
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Block Island

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Block Island vacation home, you'll be steps from Clayhead Nature Trail and Surf Beach. Old Harbor and Block Island Historical Society Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Block Island Historical Society Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ballard's Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Great Salt Pond - 1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Crescent Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Oar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dead Eye Dick's - ‬19 min walk

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

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.

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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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 12/08/2025, RE.06636-STR

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sherman Cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi (6-min drive) away from the Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sherman Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sherman Cottage to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Surf Beach and 7-minute walk from Ballard's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sherman Cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sherman Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sherman Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sherman Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sherman Cottage have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sherman Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sherman Cottage to downtown Block Island?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from New Shoreham.

Sherman Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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