Description
Circa 1873. The 23-room Victorian mansion on “Historic Hill” was originally built as the private residence of famous architect George Champlin Mason. Historically preserved and restored guest rooms feature period furnishings, sitting areas, and romantic working fireplaces. Two elegant guest suites boast individual sitting rooms. Separate pet-friendly accommodations are available for those traveling with furry companions. Guests are invited to enjoy afternoon refreshments on the porch overlooking the garden or relax by the fire in the parlor or the library. A gas grill is available for those that want a quiet dinner on the patio by the fire pit. Park the car on-site then walk to beaches, the harbor, and museums. Services available include massages, a private chef and catering, and wedding and event planning.Publicity and Awards: New York Times, Travel Holiday Magazine, Newport Life Magazine, Yankee Magazine, National Geographic Traveler, Providence Journal, Destination Insider, Yahoo.Location: Ocean Community, City/Urban and Atlantic Ocean.
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Rooms & Rates
Rates: $69 to $499
Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Visa, Travelers Checks, Personal Checks, Discover and Cash.
Rooms: This property has 5 total guest accommodations with private bath, 5 with fireplaces, 3 with whirlpools, 2 total suites, including 2 two-bedroom suites, 1 three-bedroom suite and 1 four-bedroom suite.
The types of beds available include Twin, Queen and King.
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Policies
Minimum Stay Requirements: Two-night minimum weekends, three-night minimum holidays and festival weekends.
Cancellation: For a cancellation 14 days in advance of check in, the deposit is refunded less a 15% handling fee. For a cancellation inside 14 days, the deposit is refunded if the room is able to be re-rented at no loss to the Inn, less a 15% handling fee.
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Services & Amenities
Meals Included in Rates: Snacks/Refreshments, Breakfast, Afternoon Tea, Other meals available for special occasions and events.
Types of meals: Wine, Catering Service and Private chef services available based on what your needs are.
Amenities In Room: Television, Wireless Internet Access, Turn-Down Service, Hair Dryer, Snack Bar, Iron/Ironing Board, Telephone, DVD, Cable TV, Bathrobes, Refrigerator, Bath Amenities, Fireplace, Air Conditioning and Comfortable seating.
Amenities On Site: Free parking on premise, Gift Shop, Computers, on-site parking, beach towels, beach chairs and coolers.
Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Flexible Check in/out Times, Gym Nearby, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Iron/Ironing Board, Television and Wireless Internet Access.
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Spa Services
On-Site Spa Services: Body Scrubs, Body Wraps, Cosmetics, Facials, Manicures/Pedicures, Massages and Waxing.
Specialty Treatments: Reiki, Sports Massage, Stone Massage
Spa Packages: Summer Nights Bliss, 2 Day Island Stretch, Only Inn Rhode Island, Winter Getaway, Valentine's Package, Honeymoon Package
Off-Site Spa Services Available
Nearby Recommended Spas:
Terre Spa
Apothocarey
George Mason Massage
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Activities
Events Hosted: Weddings, Seminars, Meetings, Romantic Getaways, Family Reunions, Honeymoons, Wine tastings, Corporate and Meeting Space.
Other Activities: Wineries, Water Sports, Tennis, Sports Events, Major College, Shopping (Local Crafts), Parks, Museums, Live Theater, Horseback Riding, Hiking, Golf, Fishing, Canoeing/Kayaking, Bicycling, Beaches, Art Galleries, Antiquing, harbor and fabulous restaurants.
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Recommended Restaurant(s)
Bouchard's, La Vasca, Clark Cooke House, Brick Alley Pub, Benjamins, Meg's Milk Bar.
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Historic Interest
The George Champlin Mason House was built as the private residence of Mason, a famous Newport "Gilded Age" architect.
Historic Awards: City Historical Site (Applied), Local Register (Granted), Local Register (Applied), City Historical Site (Granted), State Historical Site (Applied), State Register (Applied) and State Register (Granted).
Historic Memberships: City Historical Society, Local Historical Society and State Historical Society.
Historic sites nearby: Old Stone Mill, Tennis Hall of Fame, Fort Adams, Colony House, Touro Synagogue, White Horse Tavern, Trinity Church, St. Mary's Church, Cliff Walk, Breakers, Elms, Chateau Su Mir - all less than one mile; Marble House, Rosecliff & Rough Point (2 miles), Hammersmith Farm (1 mile), Blithewold (10 miles), Fort Wetheral (2 miles), Beavertail Lighthouse (2 miles), Castle Hill Lighthouse (2 miles), Redwood Library (< 1 mile)
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Romantic Interest
 Canopy beds with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs make the rooms very romantic. The architecture of the building makes it historically relevant to the Newport experience.
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