Presenting the Samuel Durfee House. A once in a lifetime opportunity to own an iconic property, downtown compound, and hospitality asset in the heart of Newport. Located in the Yachting Village, this rare and unique offering includes three distinct buildings on a large land footprint for this neighborhood. At its center is 352 Spring Street, an English Federal Period inn built in 1803 featuring five historically appointed guest rooms and a rare Transient Guest Facility license, allowing for legal short term rentals. Also included is an exceptional three bedroom, three and one half bath barn residence, meticulously restored and recognized with a Doris Duke Historic Preservation Award in 2016, along with 9 Bowery Court, a charming two bedroom, one and one half bath cottage situated on its own separately taxed parcel. Lovingly maintained over the past 28 years, the property has benefited from substantial investments in its systems, mechanicals, exterior components, and curated preservation of the buildings. The Samuel Durfee House is also not subject to Historic District Commission review for any exterior alterations. With off street parking for 10+ vehicles, including an attached single-car garage, and an unrivaled location just moments from Bellevue Avenue, the Tennis Hall of Fame, Newport Mansions, shops/bars/restaurants on Thames Street, Newport Harbor, and the city's renowned waterfront, this is a truly exceptional offering unlike anything else on the market.
THE SAMUEL DURFEE HOUSE CIRCA 1803. UNSPOILED INTERIOR WITH ORIGINAL DETAIL, 1/4 ACRE LOT WITH IN-TOWN LIVING, PRIVATE YARD WITH LARGE SLATE ROOF BARN USED AS 4 CAR GARAGE. A SPECIAL OFFERING.
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Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater, Washer
Interior Features
Window Features: Skylight(s), Storm Windows
Furnished
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
Other Features: Skylights, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Furnished
Exterior
Building Information
Stories (Total): 2
Construction Details: Drywall, Plaster, Clapboard, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony, Patio, Barbecue
Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Patio, Porch, Screened
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 10,454
Lot Size Acres: 0.24
Lot Features: Paved
Waterfront Features: Walk to Water
Zoning: R10
Property Information
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 6,348
Foundation Details: Stone
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $2,286,600
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $19,431.67
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Electric: Amps 100, Amps 200 Or More
Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
Water Source: Connected, Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Gas, Hot Water, Radiant, Zoned
Location
Multi Unit Information
# Of Units Total: 3
# Of Buildings: 3
Unit Type 1
Two Bedroom
Unit Description: 9 Bowery - Cottage
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Area: 836.0
Unit Type 2
Three Bedroom
Unit Description: 352 Spring - Barn
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms Total: 4
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Area: 2587.0
Unit Type 3
Four Bedroom Or More
Unit Description: 352 Spring - Inn (Samuel Durfee House)
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bathrooms Total: 6
# of Full Bathrooms: 6
Area: 2915.0
Community Information
Community Features: Marina, Pool, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Courts
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Newport County
APN: —
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 12, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Frank E. Thompson Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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Rogers High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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Climate risks
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6/10 Heat Factor
7 hot days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
Wind Factor
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2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.