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A Mansion by the Sea

Barrington’s Beachmansion is a home and a castle

So Rhode Island Magazine ·

When John Rochelle first saw Beachmansion, this gorgeous, but in desperate need of TLC, home by Barrington Beach, he was hesitant.

“When I finally [looked at it], I told the person I was with not to let on to the realtor how nice we would likely think the property was,” tells John. “Once inside, however, I was so amazed by its beauty, I exclaimed, ‘this is a treasure!’”

The property was full of possibilities, but with the sheer monstrosity of the mansion, comprising 14 guest rooms and 20 beds (not to mention the necessary repairs needed throughout), the task was daunting. John took a risk, and was able to preserve much of the home’s original charm: lavish turn-of-the-century details including ornate moldings throughout, hand-painted stained glass windows, stunning hand-carved hearths, striking archways and original fixtures are in pristine condition. Today, period furniture is perfectly placed almost as an homage to the mansion’s past.

The view and grandeur can be enjoyed by guests far and wide as John enjoys, in his words, “renting the property out to families who could enjoy the experience of experiencing an occasion together under a beautiful Victorian setting.” John markets the Beachmansion as “a chance to experience old-fashioned splendor without sacrificing all the comforts of today” and prices vary by season ($5,000 to $7,500 per week). www.Beachmansion.net

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