This lovely home is located at the end of a dead end street in a quiet, tree lined neighborhood a scant few blocks from the ocean with no evidence of nearby URI. Prior to arrival, our hostess, Paula called to inquire what time we would arrive so either she, her husband or her mother would be there to greet us. Upon arrival, Paula met us with the keys and a tour of the apartment she is especially proud of developing and decorating.

The apartment is comfortable, furnishings well thought out, decorated tastefully, the beds divine, the bedrooms cozy, bathrooms have everything one would need and was well suited for our trip. Normally I travel to these homes with my own linens, I just didn’t have the energy for that this trip but did not have to worry, all linens, bed, bath and kitchenette were of good quality. Closets had tons of hangers, plenty of drawers in several dressers and a large hutch in the living room. If you come with a gang, there’s ample room for all your flotsam and jetsam.

The location was beautifully situated for us this trip with the state beaches nearby, Galilee with the seafood restaurants and picturesque painting opportunities in one direction and the Narragansset Pier a quick walk in the other as well as two good restaurants also within walking distance and a quick trip into Wickford for my favorite store, Green Ink. If you’re in the mood for Newport, it is a quick drive away.

Meeting our host, Chuck, and their beautiful poodles, Charlie & Chaplin was particularly nice for my husband, another former military man and gave them a couple of minutes to share experiences.

We can recommend The Palm Tree without reservation.