Need a Place Near Providence (East Side) - First Grandchild

Our first grandchild will arrive anytime now, since they live in a condo we will need a place to stay for a week+. As you are aware things are expensive in that part of the world. Anyone have idea for a clean/reasonabily priced motel, B%26amp;B,??? where we could stay for a week or so. they live on the East side and walking to their place on Prospect Street would be the best. Looking for ideas and appreciate input. regards, Rocky and Bates

Need a Place Near Providence (East Side) - First Grandchild

The Old Court B%26amp;B on Benefit St. and Cady House B%26amp;B on Power St. are both in walking distance to Prospect Street. I would also consider Extended Stay America in East Providence. Although this accomodation is not in walking distance, it is close and offers many comforts for a longer stay.

Need a Place Near Providence (East Side) - First Grandchild

You could also try the Marriot on Orms Street or the Biltmore downtown. Not a bad walk to Prospect, but some very steep hills.

Brown University has on campus accommodations (Saunders Inn). I have to say I don%26#39;t know details, but it might be worth giving them a call to see if they rent out to non-Brown associated folks. Check out ';Visit Brown'; on the brown.edu website.

We are still waiting for the baby and have found a place to rent for several months, much less expensive than hotels or B%26amp;Bs. Thanks for your help. It is a tough place to find a reasonably priced place. Regards, Rocky and Bates

We just got our 13th grandchild 2 weeks ago! Good luck to you and yours. Just wondering what you discovered in your research for accommodations in Providence. I am a school teacher, my husband a microbiologist, living in St. George, Utah. We are planning a ';see the fall colors'; trip Oct. 10-14. Please pass on any fun affordable places to stay that might have come your way. Thanks, enjoy that baby!

We have stayed at a beautiful inn on the Providence /Cranston line the Historic Edgewood Manor quite beautiful and very close to Roger Williams Park and Zoo we loved it. They have another b%26amp;b next door the Charles Newhall House as well. Lots of parking and close enough to all the great restaurants as well.

One Day Visit

My hubby %26amp; I (mid 40%26#39;s) are staying in Westerly (Misquamicut Beach area) for this upcoming Memorial Day weekend and would like to spend Sunday on Block Island 鈥?what鈥檚 a good time to take the ferry in and out of Block Island? Any recommendations on the how to spend the few hours we鈥檒l have there. We hope to rent bikes to get around.

Thanks in advance

One Day Visit

My wife %26amp; I were just there this past weekend. Memorial Day weekend is going to be busy and judging by the weather forcast you are going to have a glorious day. My suggestion would be to take the earliest ferry out of Point Judith which is 9:00am. Biking is a great way to see the island. As far as what to do during the day, there is walking on Crescent Beach from one end to the other, or a bike ride to Settlers Rock and a walk out to North Light. And there is always shopping (according to my wife).

As far as coming back, If you are in Westerly for Monday as well, take the 7:00pm out of Block Island and catch the start of the sunset over the North Light House. It is truly spectacular. Hope this helps.

One Day Visit

Thanks - you have been a big help.

We%26#39;ll be sure to not miss the sunset. Thanks for that tip.

We are driving in very, very early on Sat. from NY to spend as much of the day in Westerly (Misquamicut Beach) - staying at the Sandy Shores and then plan on spending the day on Block Island on Sunday and returning home on Monday (mid day).

We hope to make the most of our short stay.

Thanks again!

Day trips in and around Providence

I have recently moved to Providence downtown from the UK with my husband but haven%26#39;t had much chance to explore yet. We have friends staying with us from Sunday evening (May 27) until Tuesday morning and I would be very grateful for any suggestions for day trips so we can entertain them, or things to do in Providence. We will be two couples in our early thirties, with no kids...yet! Thank you in advance.

Jennifer

Day trips in and around Providence

Since most indoor visits, like the RISD Museum and John Brown House are closed on Monday, you might enjoy a guided walking tour of Providence to learn about history and architecture, orient yourself, and have a fun time exploring a great city. google Providence tours by Deena or search the convention and visitors bureau website for tours at pwcvb.com. Before your friends come, be sure to attend the Waterfire on Saturday night.

Reed Rose Cottage

Has anyone stayed or knows someone who has stayed at the Reed Rose Cottage and if so, how was it? WE are traveling with a small dog and trying to decide between the Murray House and Reed Rose Cottoage which seems very inexpensive.

Reed Rose Cottage

Did you find more information about Reed Rose Cottage? We are also traveling with our dog in July and interested in the two-bedroom suite of Reed Rose Cottage. Besides the information on their website, I have not found other comments about the inn.

Reed Rose Cottage

Well, it is located in a mainly residential area of Newport, quiet and lots of beautiful homes, and not far from the action, beaches. So maybe thats why its less than other places.

We will be staying there the fall of 2007. If anyone stays, please post. The owner is apparently the president of the local B%26amp;B assn.

We just returned to Florida from Newport and stayed at the Reed Rose Cottage. Wonderful, wonderful and more. Hosts are so gracious, home is beautiful, peaceful and every need attended to. We could not reccommend this place more and do intend to return. Worth every moment you visit Newport to stay in the quiet community close to everything. An absolute must. We stayed in the 1 bedroom suite, but did get a chance to view the two bedroom for future use. both are really outstanding.

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Need B&B Recs w/jacuzzi - mod $$

My husband and I are planning a visit in late April. We would really like a Bed %26amp; Breakfast with a jacuzzi tub or indoor hot tub, close to the main part of town to avoid driving.

Thanks!

Need B%26amp;B Recs w/jacuzzi - mod $$

This web site has a lot of info on B%26amp;Bs:

newportinns.com/newport_inns_bed_and_breakfa…

The Hydrangea House has a good location and does have jacuzzi tubs. Also check out the Francis Malbone Inn -- another good location (but don%26#39;t know about the tubs). Both places always get good reviews.

Need B%26amp;B Recs w/jacuzzi - mod $$

also talk to the people at www.gonewport.com It%26#39;s a free reservation servicce, they%26#39;ll know about B%26amp;B%26#39;s that have jacuzzis, fireplaces etc....there are just so many B%26amp;B%26#39;s it%26#39;s tough to know who has what and for what price....their local knowledge is helpful.

Francis Malbone has jacuzzi tubs and in a great location. We were there in November and loved the inn. If you read the number of positive reviews here you%26#39;ll understand why. Enjoy your trip.

Sorry gave the wrong website for the reservation service....

it%26#39;s:

www.newportreservations.com

gonewport.com is a useful site about Newport (Dining, etc)

The Adele Turner Inn has a room with it%26#39;s own, private, outdoor hot tub. Castle Hill Inn has beautiful rooms and the Beach Houses and some Beach Cottages have jacuzzi tubs. If you visit during the week you can get a better rate but it is not in town. Some rooms in Malbone may have jacuzzis, it is in town and a very nice place to stay. Have a great time.

Hydrangea House Inn....gorgeous, centrally located, most rooms have jacuzzi and fireplace, flat screen (if you%26#39;re going to watch TV), and the breakfasts!!! OMG, salivating just thinking of them!!

Oh, and the shower is HUGE...you can fit about 4 people in there!

Hydrangea House is not moderately priced, though... I was looking to book in late April or early May and the rates were way too high. I realize that Newport is expensive, but there is no way I would pay more to stay in Newport than I just paid staying in the center of Rome, Italy, during high season

check out the Edgewood Manor in Providence only 25 min away and quite lovely I might add we think they are the best kept secret in Rhode Island we have been to all of the places mentioned and the Edgewood Manor tops them all on value and luxury.

You are not going to find much with a room jacuzzi, for the price you are

spending, especially at that time of year.

We are going the same time and I must have looked at EVERY place that has a room jacuzzi there was nothing that was really much under $200 a night.

You will probably have to forget the jacuzzi or stay outside of town.

Dog Friendly Vacation Rentals

Does anyone know of weekly vacation rentals (house/condo/townhome) that accept pets. we have a 7 year old golden, he travels very well, is quiet, well mannered, of course trained in every way, a true gentleman. Party of 4 adults.

First time visitors to B.I. and appreciate any info.

Thank you!

ps. we are very flexible vacationers - will consider all availability.

Dog Friendly Vacation Rentals

Can%26#39;t answer your question, but I would suggest you check with the Chamber of Commerce -- see their website at blockislandchamber.com

Dog Friendly Vacation Rentals

hello,

Try for example: homeaway.com/index.cfm/tgt/pet-friendly-vaca鈥?/a>

or type in the search box %26#39;vacation rentals pet friendly.%26#39;

Good luck!

Tall ships parade of sail

Good morning,

I would like to see the parade of sail on July 1st as they go out to sea, but not sure where the best viewing opportunity would be, as I am not from the area. We are staying at Matunuck beach. The information I could find says:

lead ship passes Castle Hill heading North.

first ship completes parade circuit (up Bay and around Gould Island, then South to sea).

Can anyone offer any advice as to where a group of ten could see this?

Thanks!

Tall ships parade of sail

Well, that%26#39;s going to be one crazy weekend. Can%26#39;t really help with places on that side of the Bay, but Fort Weatherill on Jamestown, and Beaver Tail probably have something planned.

Newport will be a zoo, but you%26#39;d be able to find some viewing areas around Goat Island, the Point, Fort Adams, Ocean Drive etc....they%26#39;ll have a Shuttle Bus system set up from Newport and Middletown High School.....but don%26#39;t expect a very ';relaxing lay down a blanket and have a picnic type of place';....at least on the Newport side.

From the West Bay your views will be a lot more distant.