For first time visitors to Newport, RI the point or 3rd street is really close to the visitors center and the downtown. You can pick up a trolley to the mansions or the beach. You will be staying with many locals and away from the hustle of Thames st. Great for a quiet stay for a couple or a single traveler. 10 minute walk to downtown. Host very accommodating. Remember that these are historic homes and a little rustic but nice. Our cousin visiting from South Korea stayed her for 7 nights and was very satisfied.