Nestled in Newport, this charming house for $218 per night is a great choice for your next trip. Our monthly rates change with the seasons, so please contact me for details of the dates you are considering and whether or not you have a pet before making a reservation request. We are restricted by city zoning to a minimum of 30 day rentals. As of September 2023 we continue to implement extra cleaning in the house before each guest, for the prevention of covid-19 infection. #7 is a welcoming, comfortable, and conveniently located cottage in first block from Newport Harbor, off Wellington Ave. [Home of Ida Lewis + New York Yacht Clubs]. The house has small back yard [maintained by owners] and has ‘spacious’ feel with Spencer Park directly opposite / facing #7. [Houses on only one side of Clinton St] Originally built in the 1890's, Cottage style. We fully renovated in the 80’s, and have since then continuously kept up with repairs. We have re-painted & re-furbished several times, as needed. We always clean very thoroughly and freshen up with touch up paint etc before each new tenant In December 2020 we had an 'inverter' air-conditioning/heating system installed in #7 Clinton St. There is one main unit which covers the ground floor, with two mini 'splits' upstairs, one in each bedroom. Our guests since this change from window air conditioner units, have all mentioned that the air conditioning has been very comfortable and even, and they appreciate the quietness of the units. In Dec 2021 a paved driveway was installed for the one off-street parking space. There are finished wood floors and carpets throughout. Downstairs, a living room with tv, dining room, kitchen and 1/2bath. Lovely bright upstairs w/ skylights. The house is air conditioned using 'inverter' units. The house is fully furnished and the kitchen is well equipped, just bring your suitcase! [please see photos for representation of items provided in cabinets, drawers and closets] Sleeps four w/ pullout couch for occasional guests. There is a Master bedroom suite, queen bed with separate sitting room. The washer & dryer are in a separate little room, off the master bedroom sitting room, and has an extra vanity sink for convenience. The second bedroom has two single beds, a skylight, and good view of Spencer park across the street. Both bedrooms have separate air/con units and tvs. We provide linens and bedding, and plenty of towels, including beach towels. The wooden deck on back of house was extended in 2013 and has table and chairs, Gas Bar b q grill, umbrella & sun chairs. We have added a wooden counter on one side of the deck, with storage under for beach chairs etc. Please see photos for representational details of household items, such as vacuum cleaners, mops and dusters etc, provided in closets. We consider pets on an individual basis, please check with me about your pet. Where our house is situated, it is a wonderful location for harbor-front walks in King Park, located at the end of Clinton St. Especially one can enjoy spectacular Sunset views across harbor to Fort Adams and the Newport Pell Bridge. The house is within easy walking distance [2 Blocks] to Lower Thames St. w/ Restaurants, Shopping, Banks and ATM’s. Bicycle rides around Ocean Drive and to beaches can be fun. Our house is only approx 45mins from Providence Green Airport & Kingston RI Train station. Approx 1hr 45min to Boston Ma. Fort Adams State Park, located on Newport Harbor, is a 10 mins bike ride away from #7 Clinton St. There is plentiful parking at the Fort. If you enjoy walking ...: #7 is well situated to walk either into town or along the harbor on Wellington Ave. and King Park. There are many varied Restaurants [Family to Gourmet], shops, Pottery and Glass Blowing Studio/retail stores, and ATMs - all within a few blocks. In town there are many small art galleries showing varied work by local artists, and also photographic image galleries. Grocery delivery is possible from a local supermarkets. There is no necessity for a car most days! Bicycle rentals are available, and it is also a great way to get around town and to the beach. Walking along Newport's famous Cliff Walk is a wonderful experience, with Views of Easton's Beach, the Atlantic Ocean along the coastline, and several of Newport's famous mansions. There are several wildlife reserves in nearby Middletown RI, [15min drive] with walking trails. Such as the Norman Bird Sanctuary and Sachuest Point Wild life Refuge. Sports such as Sailing, Fishing, Kayaking, Bicycling, Golf, Tennis, Surfing are all popular pastimes on the island. There is so much to do in Newport and on Aquidneck Island! 'Sail Newport', located in Fort Adams State Park, offers Sailing schools for kids [and older], and small sail boat rentals. There are several golf courses open to the public on the island. Harbor Tours, Charters on Classic 12 meter America's Cup sail boats, . Fishing charters. Ocean Fly fishing instruction. Surf board, Kayak and small boat rentals. Tall Ships make visits to the Newport Harbor from time to time. Many Sailing Racing Series held throughout the Summer, and there is good viewing from Fort Adams State Park. Aquidneck Island is popular in the surfing world for its wave action! Newport is fun for bicyclists, from getting around town on busy traffic days, to peddling around viewing the mansions, and historic architecture. Not to be missed - cycling around the approx ten mile Ocean Drive, with spectacular ocean views, and pond wild life. Live music - Festivals, concerts and more: Newport offers many varied entertainment possibilities. Jazz and Folk Festivals at Fort Adams in Aug. Two weeks of Classical Chamber Music concerts in July. Many bars and restaurants offer live music. Comedy clubs. Theatre. The local Newport Art Museum offers art workshops for adults teens and kids , and has Camps for kids. This list are for interests on Aquidneck Island. There are many other interesting, historic towns and parks in Rhode Island that would be fun to explore, and most are under a one hour drive away. We are the smallest state in the Union!