Exploring Newport, Rhode Island’s Historic Districts
Exploring Newport, Rhode Island’s Historic Districts Newport, RI is home to more 17th and 18th-century structures than any other city in America. Dating back to 1697, the Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House stands as Newport’s oldest surviving residence. Each of the city’s historic neighborhoods offers a distinct window into a bygone era. While most homes and buildings have […]
RHODE ISLAND’S STONE WALLS: BUYING A PIECE OF HISTORY
TIVERTON, RI HOMEBUYERS ENJOY NEW ENGLAND’S FINEST STONE WALLS If you buy a home in Tiverton, RI chances are stone walls define the boundaries. Stone walls have a deep history in colonial Rhode Island. Used by farmers to protect crops, corral livestock and mark property boundaries, these blockades are a testament to colonial craftsmanship. Because […]
SELLING NEWPORT’s FRENCH LAUNDRY
This unassuming abode in the Van Zandt neighborhood of Newport is a labyrinth of rooms and hallways. Exuding a serpentine vibe into Newport’s past, it winds up, down and around four bedrooms and 5,727 square feet. Multiple renovations and additions during the past century have created this sprawling multi-family home, now with wonderful potential for […]
