Beaches

Going to stay in Newport in August, where should I stay for access to the best beaches ?

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Rob

Beaches

Then you would want to rent a place in the Briarwood Ave, Newport Ave area in Middletown. THere are some hotels in that area too. Its just a half mile or so from Npt.

Beaches

The best beaches (Second Beach and Gooseberry) are not really in commercial areas, you%26#39;d have to drive, bike, or take a trolley.

First beach has some hotels across from it, but it%26#39;s not the nicest beach for swimming...it%26#39;s ok for getting sun and walking, but better swimming is found elsewhere.

If you will be walking, try to find a place in Newport or nearby Middletown that is ';within walking distance'; (however you define that) to Easton%26#39;s (or First as it is also called locally) Beach. Middletown landlords can rent apartment/cottage units by the week and there are a number of such rentals near the beach as another poster has indicated. You can also walk to Second Beach from that neighborhood in Middletown, though its about a mile or so. Parking, however, is expensive, so walking is best if you can handle it.

Gooseberry Beach is on the Ocean Drive in Newport, and that city doesn%26#39;t allow weekly rentals (though some landlords do so illegally), and there is no nearby hotel, so a car and parking fees is probably necessary.

Third Beach is another option, even further out from Second Beach, and a car is necessary unless you are a real hiker. Third is great for young children since it is very calm. Second is best for body surfing most days, and board surfing at the west end.