A rare opportunity to own directly on the protected waters of Watch Hill Harbor. Beautifully renovated and thoughtfully updated, this classic 1905 coastal cottage offers 5BR/3.1+BA, 3,172 SF and harbor views from nearly every room. Gracious living and dining spaces, an inviting family room and well-appointed kitchen open naturally toward the water, while a covered screened porch sets the stage for slow summer mornings, relaxed dinners and unforgettable western sunsets. Set on . 68 acres, the property includes a private dock and mooring - an increasingly scarce amenity offering immediate access to Stonington, Mystic, Fishers Island, Block Island, Long Island Sound and the Atlantic. Just moments from Watch Hill Village, beaches, Ocean House and the area's storied clubs, the property captures the relaxed sophistication that has defined this seaside enclave for generations. Ideally positioned between New York and Boston, Watch Hill is readily reached via I-95, Amtrak in Westerly and nearby jet-capable Westerly State Airport - offering uncommon accessibility without the travel friction of many East Coast resort destinations. Arrive for the weekend, step aboard from your own dock, and settle instantly into the rhythm of life by the water. 16 Water's Edge Road brings together timeless New England character, boating, privacy and effortless coastal living in one exceptional setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
1905Year Built
0.68 acresLot Size
$2,601Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Geb Masterson• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Waterfront property with beach frontage, dock access, mooring and walk-to-water access
Scenic view
Home design
3-story home
Stone foundation
Parking
No garage
Space for 4 vehicles
Security
Leased security system
Construction
Shingle and wood siding
Drywall and plaster interior construction
Utilities
Electrical service: 200+ amps with circuit breakers
Water: connected to public water with multiple meters
Sewer: septic tank
HOA & community
Community amenities include golf, marina, pool, tennis courts, recreation area, restaurant and shopping; easy highway access and proximity to hospital and schools
Financial info
Investor/multifamily details not provided
Other
Above-grade finished area reported
Electricity and solar
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The Low-Density Residential 43 Zoning District is intended for residential areas, such as Watch Hill, which are comprised predominantly of large single-family homes on large lots and which are served by municipal water but not by municipal sewers systems. The minimum one-acre lot size is designed to preserve the existing character of such neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Hotel / motel
Park & open space
Water related
Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 53-65% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 16 Waters Edge Rd
$7,659,020
$591K under list price of $8.25M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $2.5M to $7.1M.