If you live in Watch Hill or Misquamicut, or own a summer place there, space runs out fast once the beach gear, patio furniture and boat need somewhere to go. For many shoreline households, self storage near Watch Hill is the simplest answer. WES STOR rents drive-up storage units and outdoor boat and trailer spots at 7 Elmata Ave in Pawcatuck, CT, just across the Pawcatuck River from Westerly, RI and minutes off I-95 and Route 1. This guide covers unit sizes and prices, what Watch Hill and Misquamicut renters usually store, boat and jet ski storage, access, and how to book.
Self storage near Watch Hill, RI: unit sizes and prices
To start, every unit at WES STOR is drive-up, so you can park next to the door and unload without stairs or hallways. These are the standard monthly rates from the size guide:
- 5×5, $70 a month: the size of a standard closet
- 5×10, $95 a month: comparable to a walk-in closet
- 10×10, $150 a month: about half the size of a one-car garage
- 10×15, $185 a month: comparable to a large apartment bedroom
- 10×20, $225 a month: the same as a standard one-car garage
- 15×15, $245 a month: similar to a large living room (call to rent)
In addition, you can book the 5×5 through the 10×20 online any time on the storage units page. For a closer look at the smallest sizes, see the guide to small storage units near Westerly.
What Watch Hill and Misquamicut renters store
Shoreline homes often have less closet and garage space than inland houses. As a result, renters from the beach neighborhoods tend to store the same kinds of things:
- Beach and summer gear: chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards and bikes
- Patio and porch furniture: tables, chairs and cushions once the season ends
- Furniture between renters: pieces you move out while you clean, paint or refurnish a summer rental
- Household overflow: boxes, holiday decorations and keepsakes from a smaller cottage or apartment
- Tools and yard equipment: mowers, ladders and the tools that keep a seasonal house running
For example, a 5×5 or 5×10 usually holds beach gear and boxes, while a 10×10 fits the furniture from a one-bedroom apartment. For a whole summer house, however, look at a 10×15 or larger. The size guide lists what fits in each unit.
Boat, jet ski and trailer storage near Watch Hill
In addition, many Watch Hill and Misquamicut households own a small boat or jet ski. For those, WES STOR has outdoor spots in a gated, well-lit lot:
- Price: from $85 a month
- What fits: trailered boats of all sizes, jet skis and empty boat trailers
- How it works: boats arrive and leave on their own trailers
- Availability: spots are open year round, not only in winter
Keep in mind that this is outdoor storage only. In other words, there is no indoor or covered storage and no marina services, so a fitted cover you arrange yourself is the best protection. For more on trailers and jet skis, see the guide to trailer storage near Westerly.
Why renters cross the river to Pawcatuck
First of all, WES STOR sits on the Connecticut side of the Pawcatuck River, a few hundred yards from Westerly. Because of that, the drive from Watch Hill or Misquamicut is a short trip through Westerly, and the facility serves renters from both sides of the state line.
- 24/7 gated access: renters use a keypad at the gate any hour, any day, including early mornings before a beach day
- Well-lit property with 24/7 video surveillance
- Office hours: a real person on site Monday to Friday, 9 to 4, not a call center
- Local ownership: family-owned since 1985
- U-Haul trucks on the same lot: pick up a truck and load your unit in one stop
Also, if you are comparing sizes and prices across the area, the guide to storage units near Westerly, RI covers the full range in one place.
Tips for storing seasonal gear
- Rinse and dry beach gear first. That way, sand and salt water do not sit on it for months.
- Clean cushions and fabric before packing. Then store them in bins with lids.
- Put next season’s items near the back. Meanwhile, keep anything you might need sooner near the door.
- Label bins on two sides. As a result, you can find things without moving the whole stack.
Finally, remember that the units are not climate controlled, so plan ahead for anything sensitive to cold, heat or humidity.
How to book storage near Watch Hill
You can book a drive-up unit online any time on the storage units page. For the 15×15 or an outdoor boat, jet ski or trailer spot, call (860) 599-2730 Monday to Friday, 9 to 4, or send a message. After that, bring your first load whenever it suits you, since the gate is open to renters around the clock.
Self storage near Watch Hill FAQ
Is there self storage near Watch Hill, RI?
Yes. WES STOR is in Pawcatuck, CT, just across the Pawcatuck River from Westerly, minutes from Watch Hill and Misquamicut. In addition, it has drive-up units and outdoor boat and trailer storage.
How much does a storage unit cost per month near Westerly, RI?
At WES STOR, units run from $70 a month for a 5×5 to $245 a month for a 15×15. For example, a 10×10 is $150 a month and a 10×20 is $225.
Can I store a boat or jet ski near Watch Hill?
Yes. WES STOR stores trailered boats of all sizes, jet skis and empty boat trailers outdoors from $85 a month. However, there is no indoor or covered storage and no marina services.
Can I get to my unit on weekends?
Yes. In fact, renters have gated keypad access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. On the other hand, a real person runs the office Monday to Friday, 9 to 4.
What size unit do I need for summer house furniture?
Beach gear and boxes usually fit in a 5×5 or 5×10. In contrast, the furniture from a one-bedroom place needs a 10×10, and a whole summer house usually needs a 10×15 or larger.