Written by Kaitlyn Pimentel, @onparrealestate
Photos by David Silverman Photography/ Dspics.com
What We'll Cover
Welcome! The Gansett 411
Where Do We Eat?
What Is There To Do?
Top Sightseeing Spots?
Looking to Keep Workouts Up?
Bringing Your Fur Children?
Staycation Necessities
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Favorite Coffee & Breakfast Locations
This is by far my favorite place in town. If you follow me on social, you know! If you love exceptional-friendly service, a beachy-surf vibe, lot's of coffee options, and AMAZING food, go here! So many gluten free/vegan/dairy free options if that's your jam and I HIGHLY recommend what I call the "Kaitlyn Sandwich" (Gluten free bread, avocado, egg whites, pepper jack cheese & spinach) WITH a Vegan chocolate muffin & french toast iced-coffee!
Crazy Burger is THE place to go for brunch! Their omelets are out of this world, their sweet potato home fries are a must and don't forget to tack on a green juice with it! I normally get celery, lemon, kale, spinach and apple! I'm here for it:)
You cannot get much closer to the beach than at The Pour House Rhode Island! Their iced coffee with almond milk is my absolute favorite (they must think I'm so boring) but they can whip up anything you'd like and it won't disappoint! Before your brisk beach walk- be sure to walk across the street for a hot coffee and quick bite to eat!
Additional South County Coffee Favorites
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396 Main Street, Wakefield
5193 Old Post Road, Charlestown
318 Main Street, Wakefield, RI
163 Main Street, Westerly RI
Local Favorites: Gansett Wraps "Cheeseburger Wrap" and fries! Or Crazy Burger's green juice and with their Coconut Crusted Chicken Salad!
On The Go Lunch + Dinner
Want something on-the-go? Take a family picnic on the beach & watch the Fall surf!
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Sit Down LUNCH + DINNER
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113 Ocean Road, Narragansett
40 Ocean Road, Narragansett
135 Boon Street, Narragansett
15 Kingstown Road, Narragansett
Everyone Love's Pizza, amirite?
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Something we love to do on the weekends is grab a pizza, hang out in the backyard and sit by our cozy fire pit.
A few places to check out for a great slice would be:
DATE NIGHT
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Matunuck Oyster Bar: If you love ocean views, coastal vibes and INCREDIBLE food- welcome to Matunuck Oyster Bar! We absolutely love their lobster salad, lobster pizza, and of course- their oysters! This farm to table experience is the definition of local and be sure to ask for their key-lime-pie-pop for dessert!
Plum Point Bistro:
Where do we begin with Plum Point! If you love a great patio experience and great food- you will love this little gem! Mike and I LOVE their chicken parm (I mean look at that). Anything here is incredible and they are just the friendliest!
Never Miss workout
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Tee-It-Up
Across Rhode Island
Warm Winds
South County YMCA
Before real estate, I was a Top 50 Golf Digest PGA Certified golf Fitness Professional and lucky enough to play some pretty amazing courses in this area. This is so fun to recommend where you should play and take lessons!
get ready for outdoor workouts, Narragansett style! Narragansett Pier is home to the award winning- Warm Winds Surf Shop! Warm Winds is near and dear to us and every friend who comes to visit loves touring inside, stocking up on all things surf gear, and finding a Warm Winds souvenir.
With Fall comes fun swell in Narragansett for the whole family. Be sure to stock up on all your surf gear, boards, and wax at Warm Winds!
While the open-water swimming season has come to a close- don't fret! The local South County YMCA is a GREAT place to keep in swim shape! The South County YMCA is equipped with not only a pool but a functional training gym with everything you'd ever need!
Kettlebells, racks, turf, sleds, you name it, they have it!
Additional Workout Ideas
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My husband, our friends and I LOVE spending time prone paddling in Narrow River. We are so lucky to have so many outdoor activities at our fingertips here in Narragansett! Plan on bringing your paddleboard or Prone Board? Make sure drop it into Narrow River at the Sprague Bridge! There you will find public parking an easy path to drop your kayak, paddle board, or prone board in and head on down to the River Mouth for a fun-lazy-river-Fall beach day!
Talk about Wakefield Running Company Runners Club, running the seawall or renting bikes from Steadmans or joining in their bike groups.
Narrow River Paddles
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GOLF LESSONS WITH A VIEW
265 Shore Rd, Westerly, RI 02891
Head Pro: Chris Collucci
152 Brown Ln, Middletown, RI 02842
Head Pro: Bill Maguire
394 Narragansett Bay Avenue | Warwick, RI 02889
Head Pro: Matt Walsh
125 Corys Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
Head Pro: Edward T. Kirby
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Public Golf Courses To Tee It Up
309 Laurel Ln, West Kingston, RI 02892
324 Mitchell's Ln, Middletown, RI 02842
245 Conanicus Ave, Jamestown, RI 02835
25 Pinehurst Dr, Richmond, RI 02812
Local Shopping
There are so many great shops in the Pier Marketplace! Here are just a few to get you started! Be sure to check out all including Crosswynds on Boston Neck!
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Additional South County & Aquidneck Island Favorites
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302 Thames Street, Newport RI
If you're a fan of toxic free candles, soaps, fragrances and more- wait until you step into Shore Soap Co! Beautiful scents with a coastal twist and tranquil store front! Also available online!
Hope, RI & On-line Ordering
If you're a fan of CBD products, you will absolutely love Love Well Farms! Organic, responsibly grown & award winning through Southern Rhode Island Magazine. Tinctures, bath bombs and everything in between!
20 Main Street, Wakefield RI
Wakefield Running Company is a local business in town that has everything you need for running, swimming, walking etc. For all our swimming gear (for both pool and open water) they have everything! The thing I love the most about them is how they care about your experience. Shoe fitting is part of the experience and they will make sure what you buy is custom to you!
Narragansett Site Seeing Ideas
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Narragansett Pier
"The Towers" are a MUST see! The Towers and The Coast Guard House are historic local attractions! The Narragansett Historical Society does such a great job on educating our community on what Narragansett used to look like and how our town use to be! It's fascinating and one of my favorite things to continue to learn about!
Point Judith
Point Judith Lighthouse is one of the prettiest locations (great for a family vacation photo) to visit. Here you'll see the Gansett coastline, lot's of surfers, and endless blues. Right around the corner you will also find "Fisherman's Memorial" another great pet-friendly option with impeccable views!
Bonnet Shores
This is such a pretty drive through! Views for days, and this is one of those neighborhoods that make you start thinking, " I could live here!"
In northern Narragansett, you MUST visit Casey Farm's Farmers Market on Saturdays from 8-12!
Gaililee
Along your way to visit Galilee- the Mecca of fresh & local fish, be sure to drive by Scarborough beach for a few hours! This is our State Beach and another popular spot for family beach days! In Galilee you can walk around town eating all the fresh-off-the-boat lobster rolls your heart desires or hop the Ferry to Block Island!
SITE SEEING IN SOUTH COUNTY
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PLACE TO SEE WITH THINGS TO DO
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Pup-Friendly Ideas
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Narragansett Town Beach and "The Rivermouth" are a pup-must!
It's after September 15th, and you know what that means! The pups can go back on Town Beach! Just a kind reminder to pick up after your pup:)
Our 3 Boxers (Bear, Brady & Turtle) absolutely LOVE river mouth days! Park at town beach parking lot and walk all the way down. It's a great walk for the whole family and be sure to snap a few pictures when you're there!
BEYOND NARRAGANSETT
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Jamestown is a historic and beautiful place to take a drive through and head right to Fort Weatherall. Jamestown is actually where we were married!
Newport can EASILY be an all day trip! You have beautiful beaches,Cliff Walk and a tour of the Breakers, Elms & Green! Stroll Thames Street & downtown. End with a sunset picnic with our favorite Newport burger from Mission Burger at the beach or take your burger and fries down to the Pt. Bretton to watch what feels like hundreds of kites flying and ocean waves crashing.
Block Island is an incredible spot to check out and easily accessible form Galilee's dock!
Watch Hill is such beautiful and historic charm in this seaside oasis. Watch the boats come in and out from the harbor, grab a bite, sit on the lawn at Ocean House and take the dogs for a stroll around one of the most beautiful and iconic seaside neighborhoods.
You've made it the bottom of the scroll and I am so happy you are still here! It is my absolute hope you found this guide helpful and it brings a feeling of ease knowing you don't have to make an hard decisions during your Narragansett staycation!
I am just a phone call away if you need any further recommendations, yep, I have more.
If you start asking yourself "I wonder what it would be like to live here?"
I could surely convince you. With years of real estate experience, I could make the paradise of Narragansett your new home.
Until then, let's connect on social media where you can learn more about our community.
Enjoy your staycation!
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