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The House At The Top Of The Hill
| People | 5 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Space | 800 sq. ft. |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 2 nights |
Overview
Simple cottage with 1 bedroom and 1 bath perfect for a couple but will sleep 5
Quiet, remote, escape from the big city...this is Prudence Island. Our cottage is very simple, but extremely adequate to sink into Prudence and forget the mainland. Our rate of $750 per week is less than half of the average rate for a cottage on Prudence Island, but you will have the same opportunities to experience what makes Prudence Island so special. The Island offers an unhurried pace of life and is like a step back in time. You will find no commercialism here. When you board the ferry in Bristol, Rhode Island, leave all your stress on the dock. If you are looking for the buzz of big city night life or the excitement of a theme park, then you have come to the wrong place. If you are looking for total relaxation and a renewal of your spirit, then Prudence Island is for you.
Prudence Island is a whale-shaped island in the center of Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island. Accessible only by ferry or private boat, it feels like a million miles away, but is only a short distance from Providence-Rhode Island's capital, and the mansions of
Newport, Rhode Island. There are no motels, restaurants or convenience stores, so plan on bringing everything you need. If your in-laws decide they need to pop in during your Island vacation, they need to know in advance that there are no instant accommodations on the Island. They will stay with you, eat the food you have brought and deplete your toiletries. There is a very small store that carries some essentials, but there is no guarantee they will be operating or open when you need them. Of course, you can leave the Island and go to the mainland, but you may not want to.
There are several websites on the internet to help you better get a feel for Prudence and the exciting areas around the Island to visit during day trips. Prudence Island, The Farnham Farm, Prudence Conservancy, Newport and Bristol Rhode Island are all good searches to start with. Explore the Internet, then make your reservations to explore one of the world's little pieces of heaven-Prudence Island.
About Elizabeth Lilley
Prudence Island has seen many generations of my family. We are true Islanders and have been going to Prudence for decades. We currently live in North Carolina and don't get to go to the Island as much as we would like to, but that will change with retirement! Prudence is the only place I go that truly renews me to face the real world.
Why Elizabeth Lilley chose Newport - Aquidneck Island
Prudence is a family place. I can't imagine not going to Prudence. The Island is not for everyone and you either love it or hate it. If you love it, it becomes part of you and you need it to renew yourself for life's stress. The people who aren't happy with Prudence are those that want to be entertained and need a certain lifestyle to be happy. Prudence has no commercialism because the Islanders do not want it. People and nature make up Prudence and that is all you need to have one of the most relaxing vacations you have ever had.
What makes this cottage unique
No commercialism, a step back in time. People are friendly. No one cares if you have makeup on or not, or what your current fashion statement is. Everyone waves, speaks and is actually nice! Since Prudence is an island, there are beaches all around and every one is different. We have majestic New England rocks in front of our cottage, but if you walk 3 minutes down the hill, there is more of your traditional beach with coarse sand. If you go to the west side of the Island, the beaches are fine sand and you can often go and not see another person. You will not want to watch television or constantly have your Ipad on-there is too much to do and see.
Location
~swim off New England rocks in the salty Narragansett Bay
~fish for striped bass and flounder
~take the ferry to historical Bristol or visit the mansions in
Newport
~bike around the Island(the Island is only 7 miles long and 2 miles
wide)
~hike along the coastline and pick up shells
~get lobsters from a local Islander and have a lobster/clam bake
~bring your scuba gear or snorkel and explore the Bay
~dig quohaugs or steamers (two native clams) and serve them at your
clam bake
~bring your kayak and do some sea kayaking
~explore different areas of the Island-the desert, the Audibon
Sanctuary, the one room school house, the Prudence Island
Conservancy land areas, the sandy beaches and rocky beaches
~watch the sunset from the beautiful west shore sandy beach
~pick blueberries or blackberries in season
~hike one of the many trails
~take a program offered at the restored Farnham Farm or visit their
gardens
~watch the deer families as you sip your mornng coffee
~sit on the bench at the peak of the Island (this property) and watch
the tug boats, sail boats and ocean liners as you scan the horizon
from Fall River, Massachusetts to Newport, Rhode Island
~simply do nothing and breathe
Facilities
Accommodation and facilities for this holiday cottage in Portsmouth in United States
- cottage
- Self-catering
- 800 sq. ft.
- Check-in: 14:00 /
- Check-out: 10:00
- Max. occupancy: 5
- Max. adults: 5
- Min. age of primary renter: 21
- Parties/events not allowed
- Pets considered ...
- Non smoking only ...
- rural ...
- Water View ...
- Waterfront ...
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Budget
- Family
- Romantic
- Clothes Dryer
- Iron & Board
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Washing Machine
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items ...
- Refrigerator ...
- Hob
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 1 Bathroom
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Bathroom 1 -
- bathroom with shower
- 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 5
- private bedroom with a double bed, 2 dressers and a closet
- Barbecue ...
- wheelchair inaccessible
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- photography
- walking
- cycling
- fishing
- hiking
- pier fishing
- bay fishing
- swimming
Reviews
Excellent!
4.5/5 -
(11 traveller reviews)
The cottage was tidy and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The sunrises were amazing!
My childhood memories of Prudence are wonderful. What a surprise, after 45 years away, to find that it's even more magical than I remember. As I overheard my mom saying during our stay, "when you're here, the rest of the world just slips away".
The views from the cottage were fabulous. Elizabeth replied promptly to my inquiries and left clear instructions about use of the cottage. Though certainly not handicap accessible, my mother found the staircase easier to manage than I had feared. The motion sensor lights along the staircase were helpful. Ann and Bob across the street were gracious neighbors. They offered both Island information and produce from their amazing gardens. The cottage was equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. This short visit leaves me needing to plan a longer stay!
Relaxing and wonderful stay!
This is our second year renting this cottage and are so grateful to have the opportunity to do so. It is relaxing and peaceful. There have been some upgrades made and they are very nice.
We hope to return!
Thank you!
Goregeous views and cool breezes!
We loved our stay on Prudence Island and hope to come back and visit in the future. The weather was beautiful and we loved the nightly cool breezes. Everyone on Prudence Island were very friendly and always waved when we passed by. The cottage was perfect for my family and we enjoyed our stay very much.
Quiet, remote, and rejuvenating!
The Cottage was a great size for two, with extra beds for children. We spent a majority of our stay enjoying the beautiful views in the hammock and back yard. We used the grill each night and enjoyed sitting with some red wine to watch the sunset. The lighthouse and beach is right down the hill so we were able to fish a fair amount... caught about 5 bass in 30 min! Everyone on the island was friendly. We were able to explore most of the island by car and morning jogs, but would definitely suggest bringing bikes. Elizabeth was a wealth of knowledge so we were well prepared to spend a long weekend away from stores, restaurants, and the general hustle and bustle!
"Smile and wave boys ......Smile and wave."
We had a wonderful time on Prudence Island as Elizabeth suggested I highly recommend stopping in to visit Bob and Ann who reside across the street to your left looking out the front door. They are truly some of the nicest people I have met. Bobs vast knowledge of this Island is second to none. Our three kids wanted to fish....he not only showed us where to go he took us there and fished with us for hours. The island is beautiful with exceptional views. It's best to be prepared food wise and if it rains and you have kids. I would highly recommend bicycles if you have the means to transport them. As I write this sitting by the bay ......I will miss the sound of the bouy that has a bell you can hear in the distance. Truly a different way of living but one I will miss. Take the time to read the book Elizabeth made availiable for all to read. It gives some perspective of how life on the island began and the history behind it
Beautiful view
I highly recommend this property, the view is amazing.
Photos
Prices & Availability
Prices for this holiday cottage in Portsmouth, Rhode Island
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
| Rental Period | Minimum Price | Additional Nights | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Event Price | |||
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My Standard Rate
2 night minimum stay
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£279
for 2 nights
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£102
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£687
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Additional pricing information
| deposit/cleaning fee | £75.49 |
| Tax Rate | 8.0% |
Weekly Rate: $750 - $750
We require a $100 deposit when you make a reservation. If you choose to thoroughly clean the cottage yourself, we will return this $100 after the cottage is inspected for cleanliness and any damage. You can also opt for us to keep the $100 and use it to hire someone to clean the cottage.
$125.00 per night with a minimum 3 night rental
$750.00 per week-May-October
We require $100.00 per week deposit to reserve your vacation. This
will be held as a damage deposit to be returned after you stay. The
entire rental is due within two weeks of your vacation.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund for cancellations more than 14 days before check-in date.
- 100% refund for cancellations more than 30 days before check-in date.
- Available
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