Captain Simeon Potter House
4 stars
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Captain Simeon Potter House

4 stars
37 Marsh Street, Newport, RI 2840
9.5
Wonderful
51 reviews
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Overview

Looking for a beautiful historical home with modern amenities available for a whole house rentals? 300 year old, award winning historic house. We hold ourselves accountable to our luxury bed & breakfast clientele, as well as, our whole house rental gExpedia Group
Looking for a beautiful historical home with modern amenities available for a whole house rentals? 300 year old, award winning historic house. We hold ourselves accountable to our luxury bed & breakfast clientele, as well as, our whole house rental guest. "Simeon Potter House" is a great base for a vacation or to mix business with pleasure. Located in the exclusive point section of Newport, the Simeon Potter House is highly prized for its convenience to Newport's marinas as well as being within walking distance to Newport's prominent restaurants and activity. Family and friends find its superb location to be the perfect vacation house rental for shared fun, reunions, and simply being in the City by the Sea. Simeon Potter House was fully restored in 2004 and is the proud recipient of the 2004 Historic Preservation Award. Since then, we have welcomed both bed and breakfast guests as well as short term rental guests. With careful attention to safety, the house is fully protected with a state of the art fire sprinkling system. Each bedroom has heated towel bars, marble, and individual heat/AC. When you stay at the Simeon Potter House for a vacation house or holiday house rental, all bedrooms, are equipped with wireless Internet, phone ports and flat screens - all seamlessly blended into this lovingly restored 18th century sea Captain’s home on the bay. New to the discerning traveler, meticulous attention is given to the specific requirements of the guest. In addition to maid services, the skills of a chef for one or all meals can be arranged. This establishment uses hygienic cleaning methods as well as surface and air purification to sanitize. One feature of our special B&B suite: has a private entrance, yoga room and many amenities. We will help you plan. Parking is never a concern for our whole house rental guests. The driveway can comfortably fit 2 small cars or 1 SUV. For those using street parking, there’s plenty available along Washington Street! Just a quick note: after 6 PM, make sure to have a Newport sticker or a 37 Marsh Street Guest Parking Pass. We’re excited to welcome you to Newport! When you arrive at the house, we'll greet you with a warm welcome and give you a friendly tour of the home and yard. We’ll make sure to answer any questions you might have along the way!Expedia Group
9.5
Wonderful rating
Based on 51 verified guest reviews

Available rates

Tue 8/12
Wed 8/13

The neighborhood - Downtown

37 Marsh Street, Newport, RI 2840

What's nearby

  • Battery Park3 min walk
  • Cardines Field4 min walk
  • White Horse Tavern8 min walk
  • Army and Navy YMCA9 min walk
  • Newport Bristol Heritage Passage9 min walk
  • Great Friends Meeting House10 min walk
  • Hunter House Newport Rhode Island4 min walk
  • Museum of Newport History8 min walk
  • Joseph Rogers House8 min walk
  • Old Colony House9 min walk
  • Gurney's Newport Resort & Marina9 min walk
  • Seamen's Church Institute of Newport11 min walk

Reviews

9.5
Wonderful
51 verified ratings
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Very good
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Summary of reviews

Pros (+)
  • Excellent location within walking distance of the waterfront.in 1 review
  • "Joanna, was a pleasure and a wonderful hostess."in 2 reviews
  • The lovely owner was generous with all her knowledge of Newport.in 4 reviews
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8.0
Very good
Maria, Jun 2025
Pros (+) Sarina and her mom we amazing hosts. They made us feel very welcomed. Morning coffee and continental breakfast were great. The house was cozy and had old charm. The location was very good, about a 10 minute walk to the wharf and center of action. I would definitely consider another stay with them.
10
Wonderful
Asia, May 2025
Pros (+) It is a beautiful and cozy house in 10 mins walk from the Bowens Wharf, preserving the atmosphere and beauty of a colonial period of history. The hosts Sarina and her mother were very friendly, breakfast is delicious and the little green garden at the back of the house, where I celebrated my birthday, is truly amazing. We were greatly taken care of while our stay, it was also very nice to receive ...
Cons (-) everything was great
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10
Wonderful
David, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Location, comfort, historic place, sea facing, the hostess Ms Joanna and her daughter were fabulous. They made our stay interesting, by offering us info about the city and the history.
Cons (-) Everything was awesome.
9.0
Wonderful
Nigel, Jun 2024
Pros (+) Beautifully restored house. Great location. And lovely owners.
10
Wonderful
Rj, Apr 2024
Pros (+) Absolutely extraordinary property and experience. We are deeply grateful to Ms. S. & Ms. J. for making a getaway weekend special and memorable for us. Ms. J.'s renovation of this house is a work to behold, and all of the delights of Newport lay an easy walk away. Our lovely hosts we're a joy to speak with, but also we engaged only so much as we wished and had plenty of privacy and space to relax a...
Cons (-) Nothing at all not to like; every details was anticipated.
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10
Wonderful
Patricia, Apr 2024
Pros (+) It’s a 300 hundred year old house entirely renovated with pristine taste. The room was large, comfortable, cozy. Excellent bathroom.
Cons (-) Nothing
5.0
Fair
Amaral, Feb 2024
Pros (+) Bed, location, quietness, private
Cons (-) Limited communication with host, parking was unclear
10
Wonderful
Cockrell, Jan 2024
Pros (+) The property was very historic and beautifully and functionally restored.
Cons (-) Nothing...unfortunately I only took video at the property
10
Wonderful
Patrick, Oct 2023
Pros (+) Really beautiful house and charming garden area
Cons (-) Nothing
10
Wonderful
Thomas, Oct 2023
Pros (+) Sarina is a fantastic host and the house combines tradition and comfort.

Amenities

  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Things to keep in mind

Check-in: From 3:00 pm
Check-out: Prior to 11:00 am
Cancellation/prepayment
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License numberRE.03843-STR