Block island in the off season east hampton, ct patch. Block island is miles off the coast of rhode island, but a world away. The weather is perfect, the food is fantastic and the sunsets are incredible. Enjoy the brilliance of the off season on block island. Scotch beach scotch beach is the best place for young adults and teens to see and be seen, with wideopen stretches of white sand and volleyball nets always set up. Your offseason block island itinerary explorers of new england. These nine spacious and elegant rooms, named after block islands founding families, are filled with an eclectic blend of antiques and feature a combination of ocean views, decks and whirlpool tubs. A ferry ride to this small island eleven miles off the coast is a tradition for many new england birders from september through midoctober. Block island is possibly at its most beautiful in the winter, as well, making it the perfect season for a nature walk or bird watching. Visit the island and take a look at some of our properties.
When reserving just add these items to your basket and pick up your. All the information you need for planning a trip to block island can be found here. To celebrate these times, we are offering some fantastic offseason savings. The availability posted on this website is accurate within 24 hours, if there are no dates posted on a particular property please check back in. New england airlines has been providing daily scheduled air service to block island as a certificated commuter airline since 1970. Carousel village, roger williams park, providence, ri. Dec 05, 2019 block island is gorgeous, best visited in off season. Enjoy the brilliance of the island in the off season. We work in partnership with block island concierge, providing everything from private chefs to custom itineraries, and cleanings to errands, we make offseason feel like home. Best time to go to block island for the weather, rhode island.
Only a short ferry ride from the mainland, block island offers the quintessential island experience. Under normal conditions, meaning more seasonal weather, i would say it isnt worth it yet. With bigger waves and very few rocks, its a great beach fo. Aug 24, 2016 trolling for bluefin tuna off of block island. The block island christmas shopping stroll is a popular weekend for small business owners on the island, starting the day after thanksgiving.
Block island hasnt changed much in 30 years and thats a. Block island hotels and rentals block island reservations. Block island reservations invites you to visit us in the shoulder seasons for unbelievable discounts on accommodations off the peak season rates. The block island ferry still runs a few times a day, but shops open only on weekends, and dining is restricted to four restaurants. Custom offshore and inshore fishing charters, eco tours, island cruises and block island day trips from southold on long island. During the summer season, the island runs on tourist visits and. We had long walks every day and enjoyed our vaca thoroughly. May 03, 2016 your offseason block island itinerary may 3, 2016 for those of you who arent familiar with block island it is a beautiful island off of rhode island with awesome beaches, shops, restaurants, hotels, attractions and more. Earn more with your block island property walsh realty group.
Our office is available to show you all that block island has to offer. Its a perfect time to explore the 17 miles of beachfront all free and open to the public. The block island real estate market is very active and there is a lot of inventory waiting for you. The rhode island department of environmental managements east beach sand trail charlestown during the summer beach season memorial day to labor day, daytime offroad driving is restricted at the majority of publiccontrolled beaches in rhode island due to the sheer volume of beachgoers and the safety issues that presents. Owner called us to warn of possible ferry outage due to high winds, allowing us to return to the mainland and avoid difficulties. Block island offseason block island forum tripadvisor. This new england summer cottage, built circa 1900, is located at the bottom of high street near the 1661 inn and is a close walk to town and beaches.
At offshore property, we specialize in block island vacation rentals and real estate sales. Feb 04, 2017 block island is possibly at its most beautiful in the winter, as well, making it the perfect season for a nature walk or bird watching. Maximum occupancy 6 this former one room school house has been nicely renovated into a three bedroom, two bath home. Although its just miles off the coast of rhode island, block island is one of the few spots left in the u. Its the sweet spot between bustling peak season and the sleepy offseason, where youll likely find crowdfree hotels and affordable prices. Thereafter we will accept all reservations on properties where we have owner commttment. Block island race week this week is the 50th anniversary of block island race week and the latest in our discovering block.
Very affordable home with fantastic views over the eastern atlantic and north to clay head. Block island is gorgeous, best visited in off season. Long island fishing seasons longevity sportfishing long. Follow us on social media for even more up to date information. Jan 01, 2020 scotch beach scotch beach is the best place for young adults and teens to see and be seen, with wideopen stretches of white sand and volleyball nets always set up.
Its a perfect time to explore the 17 miles of beachfront all free and open to the public, hike 40 miles of nature trails, or tour the island by bike or moped. The official facebook page of the block island tourism council. Of course, thats also when everyone else visits, and when the islands hotels make their annual nut by raising rates up to double what they are in the off season. There are many historic touches ranging from period artwork to the artisancrafted woodwork and moldings. Located miles off the rhode island coast, block island is home to miles of hiking trails and is surrounded by sparkling water, sandy beaches, and ocean breezes. Located on the scenic west side of block island, rhode island. If you just want to sight see and enjoy a relaxing time on a pretty island, then i say go for it. Off season winter schedule westerly to block island. Block island is an island in the state of rhode island located in block island sound approximately 9 miles 14 km south of the mainland and 14 miles 23 km east of montauk point, long island, new york, named after dutch explorer adriaen block.
However, sullivan sothebys international realty displays only listings in block island new shoreham, rhode island. Your offseason block island itinerary explorers of new. The shoreline around your block island vacation rental is made up of rocky coastline and sandy beaches, and the block island national wildlife refuge has 127 acres of preserved dunes, wetlands, and coastal hills. Your offseason block island itinerary may 3, 2016 for those of you who arent familiar with block island it is a beautiful island off of rhode island with awesome beaches, shops, restaurants, hotels, attractions and more. With less foot traffic, the wildlife is a little more available and the scenery is a little more picturesque. Guided trail rides to the beach and nature preserve. Private access to cormorant cove beach perfect to launch your. Delightful island cottage in a remote area down a dirt road with a big yard and beautiful ocean and sunset views. If you want to beat the holiday shopping crowds and stressful travel season, block island in the winter is a great option. To celebrate these times, we are offering some fantastic off season savings. Block island hasnt changed much in 30 years and thats. Sullivan sothebys international realty participates in statewide mlss idx program, allowing us to display other brokers listings on our site. Air services, provided by new england airlines, are offered daily year round from westerly, ri. Block island fishing striper, fluke and seabass off of block island with outkast adventures duration.
It was, and still is a printed compendium of menus from island restaurants and eateries, and can be found on the ferries that transport passengers to and from block island. Back then the island, a 21square mile piece of land that juts into the atlantic about 12. Please callbook in advance summer schedule westerly to block island. Block island realtor suzann draws upon decades of real estate experience in all facets of the field nationwide. Vehicle reservations for summer weekends and holidays should be booked four to five months in advance, and all reservations must be prepaid with a credit card. Taking in the spectacular ocean view of the atlantic ocean, one cant help but feel that this is what vacation should be. The event known as taste of block island is held twice a year, at the shoulders of the season, in spring and fall. Waterfront home on cormorant cove with views of great salt pond, the coast guard station and block island sound. Sep 17, 2011 back in the mid70s block island was a frequent haunt for my family and friends. Get the latest coronavirus covid19 updates for the usa with current travel advice, statistics and online resources max day temperature.
Taking a break out of your regular workday world gives you time to ponder the big questions of life. Long island fishing seasons longevity sportfishing long island. Block island is beautiful at any time of year and the benefit of going offseason is that it is not as crowded with tourists its mostly just the locals there. Stay 2 nights at the regular rate and receive the third night completely free. Think food and drinks overlooking the ocean, boutiquelined streets, spectacular natural sights and some of the most unspoiled white sand beaches in the country. Maximum occupancy 8 off season discounted rates, call for availability.
We are accepting return customer calls and emails until december 1st. Leave your worries on the mainland and enjoy the mystique of block island. Get the latest coronavirus covid19 updates for the usa with current travel advice, statistics and online resources. Fall migration on block island isnt just a birding spectacle, its a social event.
Expertly guiding buyers from searching to financing, sellers from listing, marketing to closing and introducing renters to the block island vacation experience. Summers here on the block memorial day weekend the official start of the summer season on block island kicks off with memorial day weekend. Resort is perfectly situated near downtown, easy walk to restaurants, grocery, ferry, and beach. Find out our best kept secret and enjoy peaceful serenity on uncrowded beaches, miles of nature trails, birding, biking and so much more. The best time to go to block island is june and july. Off the block food truck fridays enjoy great food from some of the areas best food trucks, listen to live music, enjoy a brew from the beer tent, and ride the carousel. Sep 05, 2014 the event known as taste of block island is held twice a year, at the shoulders of the season, in spring and fall. That is the block island car ferry or traditional ferry with the rectangular windows hiding behind the block island hispeed ferry in the photo above. Block island information block island, rhode island. Block island is beautiful at any time of year and the benefit of going off season is that it is not as crowded with tourists its mostly just the locals there. Enjoy water views from every room of this spacious 2665 sqr. We think every season on block island arrives with its own unique beauty.
Back in the mid70s block island was a frequent haunt for my family and friends. Apr 25, 2010 block island fishing striper, fluke and seabass off of block island with outkast adventures duration. Back then the island, a 21square mile piece of land that juts into the atlantic about 12 miles off the coast of. The block island dining guide was created in 2006 as a resource for tourists and vacationers. Westerly, located just off interstate 95 is an easy drive, or train ride from anywhere in new england. You can find ferries to point judith, rhode island all year round, and seasonal routes offer access to montauk, new london, and newport. Think food and drinks overlooking the ocean, boutiquelined streets, spectacular natural sights and some of the most unspoiled white sand beaches in. Located off spring street, walking distance to town and approximately 1 mile to southeast lighthouse.