Block Island Retreat

A quick 2 day retreat is all you need to recharge and reset. Block Island checks all the boxes.

Already crossed off one from our bucket list trips. Visiting all of the “Outer Islands”. Nantucket, Block Island, Martha’s Vineyard, Cape Cod and the Elisabeth Islands (Cuttyhunk,  Naushon) and Long Island? Second stop, Block Island where the sound of bicycle bells are in abundance.

  • The Darius Inn (Charming Bed and Breakfast)
  • Check-in: Wednesday Check-out: Friday
  • Room: 2nd floor queen bedroom with whimsical decor and lovely ocean and harbor views.
danger sign steep steps Mohegan bluffs overlook Block Island
Block Island Settlers Rock water and rock formation
Mohegan bluffs overlook steep staircase block island
Day 1
  • Departed from New London,CT aboard the Block Island Express for a 90 minute ride. A short walk from the dock to the inn.
  • Lunch: No better way to exhale the stress away then outdoor beachfront dining at The Surf in the heart of block island.
  • Did I hear someone say Tiki Bar? Mosey on down to Ballard’s for a yummy frozen cocktail or two.
  • Dinner: Keeping the theme of outdoor dining on our first day at the Poor People’s Pub.
Day 2
  • Time to get exploring the island via a moped built for 2. Island Moped and Bike. No unpaved or dirt roads allowed.
  • A casual ride with no planned route to the Southeast Lighthouse and Mohegan Bluffs. At the overlook, we were perfectly content staring down the steep 141 steps to the beach.
  • Oh look the “The Painted Rock”, a 5 minute looky loo and then back on the scooter for a scenic ride to the southwest point of the island.
  • Lunch: Our stomachs were on empty. Lucky for us, The Oar, was in sight. Fresh seafood, cocktails and harbor views. A stunning picturesque setting. Many selfies at this location.
  • After the buzz from our cocktails were off, we headed off to the North lighthouse and Settlers Rock to soak up a little bit of history.
  • Last stop, Fred Benson Town Beach for much needed R&R on the soft white sand and in the gentle in the serene blue waters.
  • Dinner: We closed out our 2 day retreat by putting on our dressy casuals for a special night at Winfield’s. Highly recommend.