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Downtown Historic Home - Free Parking & Backyard!

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Exterior
Newly renovated bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121890 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Newport, RI
  • Place, Thames Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Newport Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowen's Wharf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Bunk Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Twin Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Downtown Historic Home - Free Parking & Backyard!

The Judge Stern House is a historic gem in downtown Newport! A one minute walk to Thames Street, two blocks from the harbor, 7 minute drive or bike ride to the beaches & cliff walk. Easily drive in and out of town with use of 4 parking spaces. This historic home has modern upgrades such as Central AC and an updated kitchen. Enjoy the entire property to yourself, inclusive of the large back yard. Perfect for families or groups of friends visiting Newport.
5 star Air’bnb reviews.

Guest access.
Guests are welcome to use all areas other than the basement.

License number
RE.02497-STR
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
- No smoking allowed in the property - No loud noise after 10:00PM - If using the grill, please clean after each use
- Please rinse all used dishes and put in the dishwasher. - Strip sheets off the beds and put in purple bags before checking out.
- Please do not leave helium tanks, confetti, tape on walls, no glitter - Do not leave behind excess trash that does not fit in the outside trash

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number RE.02497-STR, 12/27/2025

About the neighborhood

Newport

Located in Newport, this vacation home is in the city center. Newport Mansions and The Breakers are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Narragansett Beach. Consider North Beach Club House for a night out or International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum if you're traveling with kids. With motor boating, sailing, and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
Newport, RI

What's nearby

  • Thames Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Newport Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Newport Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bowen's Wharf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bannister's Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station - 5 min walk
  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gas Lamp Grille - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Plank Bar at Newport Marriott - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Corner Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Historic Home - Free Parking & Backyard! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Historic Home - Free Parking & Backyard!?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Historic Home - Free Parking & Backyard! on Apr 11, 2026 start from $1,341, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Historic Home - Free Parking & Backyard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Historic Home - Free Parking & Backyard!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Historic Home - Free Parking & Backyard! located?

Located in the heart of Newport, this family-friendly vacation home is steps from Thames Street and White Horse Tavern. Bowen's Wharf and Bannister's Wharf are also within 10 minutes. Newport Ferry Station is only a 5-minute walk.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at this property! The backyard is an incredible space for a house like this in Newport!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group cannot think of a single flaw for this stay. The location can’t be beat, friendly hosts, and beautiful house/backyard. This stay can probably accommodate any group and anytime we come back we plan on staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location! Comfortable and spacious for relaxation in multiple rooms and patio area. We loved the plants too - a great touch! Shopping & dining is right outside the front door! The wharf was beautiful and we can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time in Newport staying in this home that is in the perfect location! Jim and Aida were great to communicate with and provided a lovely house for our girls trip! Thank you! We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our bachelorette party! Very clean and beautiful home with a great outdoor space. Aida and Jim were very helpful and attentive whenever we had questions they made sure to help us right away. I Would definitely recommend this place to friends and hoping to stay in this house again for future Newport Trips
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, good space

Lovely family gathering in this New England 2 story. Spacious, clean, well stocked, great back yard, adequate parking, good location and easy check in. Kitchen and bathrooms updated and included all the amenities and utensils. Location is short walk to the ocean, restaurants and shops. Owners were easy to contact and very helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend for a Newport trip

My friends and I recently stayed at this house for a weekend and can't say enough good things about it! It was clean, spacious, comfortable, and exactly as advertised in the listing online. It's location is incredibly convenient as it's within walking distance to all of the restaurants, bars and shops in downtown Newport. Aida and Jim were wonderful hosts who were very accommodating, communicative, and available for questions at any time during the stay. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a comfortable, convenient and fun place to stay in Newport!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeralyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful in every way!

This rental exceeded our expectations. It’s the first time we have rented and found that the pictures online did not do the house justice. The photos made the house look small, which was fine, but when we arrived it was surprisingly spacious. The location was ideal! It is literally one block away from the action, yet quiet at night. We brought six 16 year old girls. The location felt safe in every way. The house is fully equipped. There were kid toys, board games and baby furniture - anything you need, it’s there. The backyard is beautiful. In addition to all of this, the communication and consideration of the owners was wonderful. They even set up a cupcake order for our granddaughter (and her friends) to pick up for her birthday. We have rented a lot of homes. This was my favorite.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Aida and Jim

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As a couple, we love to travel the world and discover new places. With Covid-19 and the arrival of our twin boys, we slowed down a bit, but we haven't stopped. This Newport house has been our alternative to traveling Europe or other parts of the world and we are so happy to share it with others.

Why they chose this property

The space
We bought this house as a summer place to raise our twin boys. We looked for a while until we found this perfect home. We are very happy with the generous space, the 4 bedrooms, the back yard and above all, the location. As big travelers ourselves, we are happy to open our home to others like us, who appreciate a good get together with family and friends.
This house has been on Airbnb for a while but has just been relisted from us as new owners. See last picture showing ~5 star reviews from prior listing which we continue to improve on.

What makes this property unique

This house is full of history and character. A true quintessential Newport style house, with a lot of charm and great location. Steps to downtown action and shops but yet, a quiet home with parking and a backyard.

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English, Italian, Spanish

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