The hosts are very friendly, accommodating people. They let us check in early and leave our bags in our room. They accepted our very large (90 pounds) dog, and were friendly and kind to him. The breakfast was amazing -- homemade pies and fresh fruit -- served on cloth tablecloths with cloth napkins and real silverware instead of plastic. Plus they recycle and compost! The inn is a quick walk to a commercial area, with many interesting coffee shops and restaurants, but also near what appears to be the oldest part of Newport, with homes built in the 1700s and placed on the national register of historic buildings. Be sure to walk around the neighborhood and look at the plaques on each home -- very interesting!