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“Elegant and luxurious historic B&B walking distance from Newport harbour. Authentic period architecture and decor recreate the past while impressive facilities and amenities offer an indulgent stay with contemporary comforts. Enjoy spoiling rooms with Empire beds, plush robes & chandeliers. Superb!”

“Elegant and luxurious historic B&B walking distance from Newport harbour. Authentic period architecture and decor recreate the past while impressive facilities and amenities offer an indulgent stay with contemporary comforts. Enjoy spoiling rooms with Empire beds, plush robes & chandeliers. Superb!”

Recommended For

  • Local exploring
  • Central location makes this wonderful base for cultural and historic sightseeing, sailing, beach days, walks & outdoor activites
  • Romantic Break
  • Get into the spirit of Newport's rich history with elegant four-posted beds, fireplaces, jetted tubs and private balconies
  • Value chic
  • Highly competitve for the area, especially when considering top-notch location and high-quality experience
  • Sights nearby
  • Take a tour of the Vanderbilt’s Marble House and Breakers or visit the Elms and take the Servant Life Tour
  • Great walks
  • Take in the views with the bracing Cliff Walk; the route takes you past beautiful residences and mansions
  • Other Activities
  • Nearby Rosecliff Mansion's beautiful ballroom has been used on numerous film sets
  • Museums
  • Walk to Samuel Whitehorne House and International Tennis Hall of Fame
  • Sailing
  • Wine tasting
  • Tennis
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Golf
  • Surfing
  • Kayaking
  • Eco
  • Measures include water barrels for watering plants, recycling program, earth-friendly toiletries and energy efficient appliances
  • No restaurant
  • Indulgent two-course breakfast is served in the dining room or patio. Return from sightseeing to home-baked refreshments
  • Historic
  • Built in English banker Samuel Durfee in 1803, the property is an excellent example of Federal Period architecture
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Perry and Ida Lewis rooms and the Harrison Suite all feature private decks
  • Beach nearby
  • Guests are welcome to use the property's beach bags and towels
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • The opulent Doris Duke Suite comes with a jetted spa tub
  • Restrictions on children
  • Children aged 8 years and above are welcome
  • Minimum Stay
  • There is a two night minimum stay
  • Quiet
  • Family Suites
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Full of character
  • Colonial
  • Barefoot Luxury
  • Townhouse
  • Artworks
  • B&B
  • Boutique
  • Chic
  • Inn
  • Antiques
  • Owner managed
  • Retro/Vintage
  • Traditional
  • Charming
  • Four poster beds
  • Intimate
  • Romantic
  • Downtown

Facilities

  • No restaurant
  • Indulgent two-course breakfast is served in the dining room or patio. Return from sightseeing to home-baked refreshments
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Perry and Ida Lewis rooms and the Harrison Suite all feature private decks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • The opulent Doris Duke Suite comes with a jetted spa tub
  • Restrictions on children
  • Children aged 8 years and above are welcome
  • Minimum Stay
  • There is a two night minimum stay
  • Wifi
  • Parking
  • Family Suites
  • Car not required
  • Fireplace
  • Walking distance restaurants
  • Outdoor dining
  • No pets
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Bath robes
  • Sitting Room
  • Suites
  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • In room music system
  • Four poster beds
  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Sights nearby
  • Take a tour of the Vanderbilt’s Marble House and Breakers or visit the Elms and take the Servant Life Tour
  • Great walks
  • Take in the views with the bracing Cliff Walk; the route takes you past beautiful residences and mansions
  • Other Activities
  • Nearby Rosecliff Mansion's beautiful ballroom has been used on numerous film sets
  • Museums
  • Walk to Samuel Whitehorne House and International Tennis Hall of Fame
  • Theatre
  • Sailing
  • Tennis
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Golf
  • Surfing
  • Wine tasting
  • Kayaking

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