3rd Beach Rd
Middletown, RI 02842
Dock
Not Offered
Mooring
Offered
Day Trip
Offered
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69 Reviews
by Tony M. - Verified user on Sep 06, 2024
Great stop allowing us to skip Newport and on our way again without losing time or adding mileage. A bit rolly. But a beautiful spot.
by Neil D. - Verified user on Sep 05, 2024
Great place. Easy to identify moorings. Sturdy and long mooring pennants. Thanks
by Allison M. - Verified user on Sep 03, 2024
What a seamless process! The harbor master is very friendly and extremely easy to communicate with. Third beach is an absolutely beautiful place to tie up for the day and relax. One of our favorites in the area!
by Keith F. - Verified user on Aug 26, 2024
Always responds quick and helpful when we arrive
Marina Response:
Thank you Captain much appreciatedby Karin H. - Verified user on Aug 26, 2024
Harbor master very grumpy..
Marina Response:
My apologies if my demeanor was offensive.I was in my usual pleasant mood until we met You came into the harbor unannounced and picked up a private mooring, your fenders completely hid the name of your vessel and hailing port. My first exchange with you was over the name of your vessel,so I could see if you had a reservation and were on the wrong mooring. You finally told me you didn’t have a reservation, but not to worry, you would just give me cash.
This hit a nerve because we have been trying to change the culture over the past five years.
We do not take cash and everything is run thru dockwa. We do not rent out private moorings.
You were caught squatting and had to move and pay. Your response is to attack my reputation and paycheck.
Your character speaks for itself.by Dan D. - Verified user on Aug 26, 2024
just as advertised: beautiful beach, convenient secure mooring at an unbeatable price.
by Doug D. - Verified user on Aug 25, 2024
Really don't want to write a review because that means more people will be inclined to visit this hidden gem of an anchorage. Great place for a quick stop over, or even a couple of nights. Protected from all sides except the East. Will certainly look to be back.
by Thomas J. - Verified user on Aug 16, 2024
We were sailing from Newport to the Vinyard and had to pick up a mooring due to a special marine weather Forecast of 50 knot winds! We were fortunate to find a few empty ones in the mooring field. Good thing we did! Even though it was after 5pm the dock master confirmed a mooring for us quickly!
Road out the storm and slept easy.
by Allan K. - Verified user on Aug 13, 2024
Safe and peaceful ☺️
by Simon C. - Verified user on Aug 11, 2024
Great spot, no services but it is beatiful
Marina Response:
We do offer one important service and that is a harbor of refuge. If you ever have been unfortunate enough to be caught in a wind against tide situation in Rhode Island Sound or Buzzards Bay, you’ll be happy to wait it out at Third Beach.by Frederick G. - Verified user on Aug 05, 2024
Great Spot in transit.
by Betsy M. - Verified user on Aug 03, 2024
The moorings are nicely spaced. And although there was a yacht club with many boats here last night, they were quiet and considerate. We had a lot of rolling, but the harbor of course has no control over that. We do love the scenery here.
by Henry R. - Verified user on Aug 03, 2024
Very nice mooring! Very accommodating!
by Rob M. - Verified user on Jul 26, 2024
It was Perfect and swell
by Joseph S. - Verified user on Jul 23, 2024
Great place to relax! Harbormaster was excellent.
by Dawn C. - Verified user on Jul 22, 2024
Loved it. Easy to get to perfect spot
by Jeffrey C. - Verified user on Jul 21, 2024
We like that we have to go through docwa to get moorings. That way people aren’t racing to get a mooring you might be getting. We love going to third beach and we’ll be back in August. Nice moorings👍
by Barbara P. - Verified user on Jul 17, 2024
What a nice harbor with a responsive and professional Harbormaster. We visited with a fleet of 12ish boats from the Bristol Yacht Club on 7/12. Everything beforehand was perfect - info sharing, mooring assignments, etc - and when we arrived, it was trouble-free. The moorings were well-marked, the beach was great, and the small tent and picnic tables handy. The harbormaster was proactive in helping us understand the rules and ensure we were good guests - always helpful. We will come back.
Marina Response:
The Bristol yacht club, continues to carry on the long time, Rhode Island tradition of “ Bristol Fashion “ Yachting. Fair Tidesby Kurt P. - Verified user on Jul 15, 2024
Great little hide away. Perfect
by Mervyn W. - Verified user on Jul 08, 2024
The Harbor master was very helpful getting us to the mooring rental
by Renee L. - Verified user on Jul 03, 2024
Great stay. It was a great place to stay overnight very peaceful.
by Michael N. - Verified user on Jun 30, 2024
Beautiful Spot. Amazing Harbormaster. 10++
by Nancy A. - Verified user on Jun 29, 2024
Always a great stop on our way out of the bay!
by Michael O. - Verified user on Jun 22, 2024
Very accommodating and informative HM
by Luis M. - Verified user on Sep 05, 2023
It was perfect the weather was nice no problem perfect stay wouldn't mind if they told us what number of Mooring it would be because I noticed the numbers on the morning is easier thank you
About Town of Middletown Harbormaster
Located on the west side of the entrance to the Sakonnet River, Third Beach has often been described as a hidden gem. What it lacks in amenities, it makes up with its beauty and charm. The harbor is often a destination for day trippers looking to enjoy a relaxing afternoon or as an overnight stop on your way to the Elizabeth Islands or Block Island. Our mooring field can accommodate boats up to 60 feet and we allow rafting. Anchoring is allowed upon approval from the Harbormaster. Third Beach is a very family friendly beach and is accessible by dinghy.
Booking Info
Max LOA: 65'
Max Beam: 20'
Max Draft: 20'
Please note there is a 3.63% fee applied to all reservations.
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