[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful historic home in Newport Vacation home with kitchen, near Thames Street ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67550000/67544900/67544858/f2005ab2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67550000/67544900/67544858/9bd689f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67550000/67544900/67544858/f3be6f3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67550000/67544900/67544858/6ee85b61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67550000/67544900/67544858/bae28cbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into Elmhyrst, a historic gem straddling the border of Newport and Middletown. Originally built in 1836, this 4-bedroom retreat has been meticulously restored to preserve its original architectural details including furniture and art. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 84000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful historic home in Newport Originally finished in 1836, Elmhyrst is a historic home literally straddling the border of Newport and Middletown. In fact, part of the property is actually in Newport. The four bedroom, three bathroom property was renovated between 2017 and 2021 with an eye towards preserving and restoring the original architectural details including furniture and art. The property is 4,000 SF. Town and Country (1949) wrote: “Elmhyrst is a flawless example of the chaste Greek revival, rare in Newport, and considered one of the best houses of this style in the state.” The home has been in the same family for over 100 years and they are thrilled to share it with the world! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay ### Things to do - Bicycles - Tennis - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 4,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65400000/65395100/65395040/3f390174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great Location! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number RE.01860-STR, 12/07/2025 ### Property is also known as House Newly renovated 4 000 SF historic home in Newport Newly Renovated 4,000 SF Historic Home in Newport Middletown ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.50560%2C-71.30042&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OdHDK8Ime1XQtX4p8GaCvWGaibA=) Middletown, RI #### What's nearby - Thames Street - 3 min drive - 2.2 km - Cliff Walk - 4 min drive - 2.8 km - Bowen's Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.6 km - Easton's Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 km - Newport Mansions - 5 min drive - 4.2 km #### Getting around - Newport Ferry Station - 8 min drive - Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 6 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ma's Donuts and More - ‬4 min walk - ‪7-Eleven - ‬18 min walk - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬17 min walk - ‪The Nitro Bar - ‬20 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful historic home in Newport pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful historic home in Newport? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful historic home in Newport? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful historic home in Newport located? > Located in the heart of Middletown, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House, White Horse Tavern, and Thames Street. Naval War College Museum and Jane Pickens Theater are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful historic home in Newport Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth C. Jan 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Family Getaway An absolutely stunning historic property, beautifully furnished and perfectly maintained with friendly hosts. We would highly recommend it. ##### Elizabeth C. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ed T. Oct 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun old world house Enjoyed the experience, very spacious and fun!! ##### Ed T. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenden M. Dec 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Newport classic home My family stayed here for two weeks. It blew our expectations out of the water and the property manager was amazing! Would definitely give a 5-star rating all around ##### Brenden M. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### stephen s. Aug 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Newport estate The house was wonderful the new renovations to the key areas of the house were great Plenty of room to relax and find a little privacy inside the house if you needed it. Kimberly was great to deal with And I would certainly recommend That you reserve the house for yourself on your next visit Or upcoming visit ##### stephen s. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose F., Milford Sep 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved the Gilded Age Charm! Well-appointed and comfortable home! Fabulous restoration of an impressive home yet a true feeling of warmth and comfort. My family loved staying here and enjoying the charm and elegance of years gone by with modern and high-end conveniences. Even the bedding was top notch! We were staying in Middletown for a family wedding and Kimberly could not have been more accommodating. Highly recommend this property for a large family like mine or a girls weekend. ##### Rose F. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin C. Aug 31, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing host and property I can’t thank Kimberly enough for being one of the best hosts I’ve ever had on vrbo. The house and property was amazing. The house was super clean and just as described. Kimberly was more then accommodating and very helpful. The beds were very comfortable which I was very happy with as most other rentals lack in that area. Would highly recommend this to anyone. ##### Justin C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa C. Aug 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic girls weekend! We had a wonderful summer weekend at this beautiful property! The history of the house and intricate details are fascinating and they did a great job refinishing this gem recently. Check-in and check-out was a breeze. We had to contact Kim for a small issue and she responded immediately. I would definitely book this property again in the future! ##### Melissa C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily C., PLYMOUTH Jul 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable accommodations & Gilded Glamour combined! We had the best girls weekend at Elmhyrst. The check-in property was seamless and the house was the best of both worlds, clean and up to date but also beautifully restored to its orginal character. We had so much fun pretending like we had gone back in time (while still feeling comfortable with central air during a heat wave!). Kimberly was very responsive and attentive and the experience was fantastic. I’ve already recommended it to several friends! ##### Emily C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### paul l. Oct 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All good, bathrooms, inconvenient. Small sinks, not enough place to put thinks toiletries etc. was a See above. ##### paul l. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Pamela E. Aug 26, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Newport Vibe Historic home with intriguing architectural details and period decor. If you are into antiques but also want a modern kitchen and bath, this is the place for you. ##### Pamela E. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021