Beautiful Historic Home

TV, fireplace
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Exterior
5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(8 Ratings)

House in Little Compton, RI

6 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

About this house rental

The house, formerly Edward Howland's farm, was the largest in Little Compton as of 1895 and included 500 acres. Today, the soft grey shingled house sits on one landscaped acre, surrounded by 200 acres of working farmland, preserved by the State of Rhode Island.

The house has four bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and over 3,000 square feet of living space.

Next door and across the street are beautiful farm stands with gorgeous produce, baked goods, and friendly neighbors. The house is five miles from South Shore Beach (public), five minutes from the LC town Center, and 15 minutes from shopping in Westport.

The first floor has a roomy gourmet chef’s kitchen that opens into a large family room and adjoins a dining room and a second smaller library/sitting room with its own TV. There is also a powder room on the first floor.

On the second floor, there is a spacious master suite with a full bathroom, sitting area, cathedral ceiling and wall of built-in bookcases. There is also a guest bedroom with two twin beds, a guest room with one queen bed, and another full bathroom.

On the third floor, there are two small bedrooms with two twin beds each.

Stone walls enclose the front lawn. A large flag stone terrace at the back of the house is a welcoming place to enjoy the pastoral views. There is a built-in gas grill in this patio area.

Quakers arrived in Little Compton in the eighteenth century and remained a strong cultural presence well into the nineteenth. By 1900, Quaker meetings at the nearby Friends Meeting House and Cemetery (National Register of Historic Places) had ceased, however, Edward Howland continued to worship there each week until his death in 1903. Accordingly, a historic plaque on the house reads: “E. Howland The Last Quaker c. 1830.”

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV

Map of Little Compton, RI

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Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(8 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
We’ve been spending time every summer in Little Compton and Westport for many years and this is the most comfortable and delightful house we’ve experienced. We had room for all to gather together. The outdoor patio is surrounded by grand trees, lawns, and farmland, lots of porch seating and a great outdoor shower. The kitchen is large, modern, and sunny. I love the French doors and the spacious couches with seating for all eight of us. It is a stunning, historic farmhouse with original details (I suppose) like the fireplace surround tile and wide plank wood floors, the staircase, and the painted floor in the master bath. The beds are great and so are the linens. The owners have shared their beautiful home and I am happy we had a chance to stay here in this lovely village.
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2023
We loved the house, the pretty furnishings, and the area!
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2023
This was a perfect setting for our family. Plenty of room for everyone. Loved having the coffee shop just across the street and a local vegetable stand right next door. My sisters and the beach were only 13 minutes away in Westport. All we could have asked for. My only recommendation would be that we have some kind of guide concerning where to put garbage, what is required for check out etc. perhaps a booklet with pertinent information .
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2022
We loved spending our vacation here! Jim and Heather’s home is lovely. We enjoyed exploring the area and visiting the farm stand next door. It was a perfect getaway.
5.0 / 5.0
Jan 2020
Perfect.
Perfect.
We rented Jim & Heather’s spot for a long overdue family Christmas and it could not have been better. Fabulous gourmet kitchen with everything you need to cook a great meal. Viking stove, Subzero fridge... Our departure was delayed and they couldn’t be more helpful and accommodating. This place was fabulous in the winter but I’m sure it is even more stunning in the summer. With 4+ bedrooms it’s just what we needed space wise. Clean & elegant, yet cozy and super comfortable. We felt right at home. Thank you Heather & Jim for providing such a perfect HomeAway!
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2019
Great house great neighborhood great vacation
Great house great neighborhood great vacation
A little piece of heaven! If you like the ocean, historic farm country and upscale living you will love this rental property!
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2019
Great area!
Great area!
Several great walking opportunities in the area. Very convenient to South Shore Beach and Sakonnet Point. Lovely area and wonderful house!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Little Compton?

The average price for a rental in Little Compton is £321 per night. This rental is £62 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful Historic Home. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Beautiful Historic Home pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Beautiful Historic Home?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.

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