Samuel Durfee House

Description

Circa 1803. Just a block from the harbor, this elegant 1803 Federal house is conveniently located in Newport's Yachting Village. Gather in the parlor to play games, select a book or watch television. Afternoon refreshments, a guest phone line and small refrigerator are also available. In keeping with the ambiance and décor of the period, guest bedrooms feature four-poster, sleigh and canopy beds. The Ida Lewis Room includes a private deck overlooking the rear garden and carriage house. Soak in the clawfoot tub and listen to a CD in the Polo Room. A three-course gourmet breakfast may include house specialties such as Portuguese Sweet Bread French Toast and Eggs Frittata with fresh fruit, home-baked bread and a popular local roast coffee. Tour the mansions and the Tennis Hall of Fame on Bellevue Avenue.Location: Ocean Community.

Room Detail

Jackie O Room
This bright, cozy, cheerful room features a cane bed and is decorated with beautiful chintz fabrics. Relax in the whirlpool in your private bathroom.
Rates: $110 - $255
Type of bed: Queen

Durfee Room
The Empire-style, ornately carved four-poster queen-size bedstead is the focal point of this handsome room. Classic dark mahogany furnishings and detailed period paneling take you back to an era of luxurious living. This room at the front of the house, has been named for the original owner of the house, Samuel Durfee. The private bathroom with shower is appointed with a separate vanity area.
Rates: $110 - $255
Type of bed: Queen

The Ida Lewis Room
This stunning room features a queen-size mahogany four-poster rice bedstead and has been named after the famous Newport lighthouse keeper, Ida Lewis. The private deck, a perfect retreat for morning coffee and afternoon relaxation, overlooks the rear garden and carriage house. The bright private bathroom has a pedestal sink and shower.
Rates: $110 - $225
Type of bed: Queen

The Doris Duke Room
This peaceful room at the rear of the house is furnished in the French style. The elegant Jacquard draperies accent the ornate white wrought iron beds, which can be, made up as two twin beds or a king bed. This room is named after Newport's famous heiress, Doris Duke. The private bathroom has a shower.
Rates: $120 - $265
Type of bed: King(2) , Twin

Harrison Suite
First floor suite has king canopy bed with french doors opening to small sitting room with private entrance leading to private deck. Fireplace in bedroom.
Rates: $140 - $295
Type of bed: King

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Rooms & Rates Rates: $110 to $295 Payment types accepted include Master Card, Visa, Personal Checks and Travelers Checks. Rooms: This property has 5 total guest accommodations with private bath, 1 with fireplace, 1 with whirlpool. The types of beds available include Twin, Queen and King.

Policies Cancellation: If the reservation is canceled 14 days or more in advance, there is a refund less $25 processing fee. If the reservation is canceled less than 14 days in advance and by 12 noon the day before arrival, a gift certificate less $50 fee valid for one year will be issued. There is no refund for cancellations after noon the day before arrival or for early check-outs or no-shows. Smoking: Smoke Free Property.

Services & Amenities Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments and Afternoon Tea. Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Full Gourmet Breakfast and Snacks/Refreshments. Amenities In Room: Central Air, Clock Radio, Hair Dryer, Reading Lamps, Stereo, Bathrobes, Desk, Iron/Ironing Board, Bath Amenities, Air Conditioning, Turn-Down Service, CD Player, Cable TV, Refrigerator, Television, Wireless Internet Access, Not all rooms have the same amentities though all rooms feature televison, small fridge, robes, hair dryer, iron, ironing board, CD player and WIFI. Amenities On Site: Phone, Parlor Games, Library, DVD, Television and off-street parking. Business Traveler Amenities: Hair Dryer, Flexible Check in/out Times, Flexible Cancellation, Desk, Iron/Ironing Board, Off-site Dry Cleaning Services, Television and Wireless Internet Access.

Activities Events Hosted: Romantic Getaways. Other Activities: Bicycling, Beaches, Art Galleries, Antiquing, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Sports Events, Major College, Tennis, Water Sports, Wineries and Tennis Hall of Fame.

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