So this is a small private room however a shared bathroom. Host has three rooms available, but one of the rooms was unfilled while we were there. First time I’ve had a shared house experience and I wish I had just gotten a whole apartment. The room was clean and lockable however the host insisted that we keep the front door to the house unlocked and open. This didn’t bother me much as Newport is very safe but if that bothers you that’s something to consider.
When I initially booked the listing the host did not respond to my message. It wasn’t until I was in Newport touring the mansions the host messaged me and asked that I come check in ASAP because he had a football game to go to. So if you want a host-less check in process that’s not possible. You must schedule a time to meet with the host to get your room key and ground rules. Be sure to make contact with him beforehand so he doesn’t throw a last minute message to you.
The host is a very friendly old man. Talks a bit but very knowledgeable of the area and will give you plenty of suggestions. We took a few of his suggestions and they turned out great.
He has a very beautiful backyard with chairs that my fiancé and I used to drink and snack during the day. The host also let my family members (who were not guests) come over and hang out with us.
The last negative was that he gives you a parking pass as all the surround streets are resident parking only. However, he did ask us to move our car because we had parked on “someone else’s” street spot.
Overall a decent stay, I wouldn’t book here again because I think there are better options in Newport value wise. But I did enjoy my stay and it was the only place we could find.