Met A Stranger At The Beach

Started seeing a new guy at my local beach spot every Sunday. We'd just wave and nod, but one day he asked if I wanted to get coffee nearby. Said yes because why not? He's in his twenties too. We talked for an hour or so over drinks, hit it off great. Ended up swapping numbers, made plans for a repeat meetup next week. Thing is, we got really into each other fast. I felt something I haven't had in years and he seemed to return it. He's cute too - tall with short dark hair and blue eyes that just look at you like he wants more. Met up again the following weekend. We didn't hold back this time. Kissed in his car, my hands all over him before we both agreed to go back to his place. Made out for hours on end, then ended up getting naked under the sheets. Felt so good, like nothing I've had since forever. The next day he asked me if I wanted to see each other again soon and if there's a chance of something more between us. Told him no thanks - it was fun while it lasted but I'm not ready for that kind of commitment right now, especially with someone I just met. Didn't mean to hurt his feelings, but I know myself and what I need. Just want casual hookups for the time being. So we're still friends in a way I guess, but he seems down since then. Sometimes I wonder if maybe I was an asshole about it - but ultimately that's not my concern right now. Have to look out for me first.