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Nestled in the Seapowet region of Tiverton, this unassuming home is a marvel of engineering and science.

Net-zero home is engineered for perfection

A century ago, even two centuries ago, the “World’s Fair” would lure enormous crowds to bustling cities so they could marvel at the ingenuity of a rapidly industrializing world. … more

By Scott Pickering | 8/29/24

Converted from an historic barn into a residence in the 1950s, this Rumstick Point home went through a complete gutting and renovation 11 years ago. A collaboration between owners and builders created a modern space that still pays homage to its origins.

More than a house, it’s a lifestyle

Barrington is home to some of the most diverse housing stock in this region. Capes from the 1950s sit beside boxy Colonials from the 1970s, which sit beside McMansions from the 1990s, which sit … more

By Scott Pickering | 8/28/24

Fogland Farm dates back to 1730 and has been owned by only three families in its entire three-century history.

History-rich Fogland Farm traces back three centuries

Tiverton’s Fogland Farm, built in 1730 on an elevated rise overlooking views of Nonquit Pond with the Sakonnet River and the ocean in the distance, is on 84 acres and steeped in history. Only … more

By Lucy Probert | 8/27/24

The home at 61 Bailey’s Ledge sits on two acres, which abut three acres of conservation land, all of it looking out over the Sakonnet River and the Atlantic Ocean.

Bailey’s Ledge: Little Compton’s hidden gem

Weave your way up Bailey’s Ledge, one of the most beautiful and secluded roads in Little Compton, and right off the water sits a home cherished and lovingly maintained by the same family for … more

By Lucy Probert | 8/27/24

Discover a secret garden this summer

Surround yourself with the sights, sounds, scents and beauty of a ‘secret garden’ this season on a visit to Little Compton’s Sakonnet Garden. “It’s an intimate … more

By Lucy Probert | 4/22/24

The Tea House is the signature building at the Shore Road compound, but it is not the only. There are multiple living spaces, from cottage to bungalow, from main house to greenhouse.

A shoreline property like no other

Visit 10,000 properties, tour every million-dollar listing in the Northeast, swipe through Zillow for days … you will never find anything similar to the compound nestled along the western … more

By Scott Pickering | 4/19/24

Simply designed and surrounded with limelight hydrangea, this pool was set on axis to a bench on the opposite side of the yard and nestled next to the existing upper terrace and fireplace for a convenient walk-out to this one-of-a-kind space.

Dive right in – The changing world of pools

Whether it’s including a pool in the design and build of a new home or adding one to an existing yard, paying close attention to location and landscaping choices can make spending time in your … more

By Lucy Probert | 4/19/24

This 200-year-old Little Compton home was recently sold to private owners by the United Congregational Church. It was sold with an historical preservation easement, so the house and its historical exterior will remain intact.

Historic beauty is in good hands

Located in the heart of the Little Compton Commons, 2 Commons Road has been a mainstay in town since it was built in the 1820s as part of the Methodist Church and moved to its present location in the … more

By Lucy Probert | 12/11/23

Read below to find a recipe for Garam Masala Spiced Lamb Chops & Husk Cherry Sauce, with healthy sides.

Serve it up: Healthy dishes for the holidays

Healthy eating doesn’t have to go by the wayside during the holiday season; keep the rolls and butter-filled mashed potatoes, but add a few dishes packed with both flavor and nutrition. … more

By Lucy Probert | 12/10/23

When putting together a table centerpiece, there’s no need to stick to traditional holiday floral colors and plaid ribbons.

Go green with festive florals

Make the holidays merry and bright this season by bringing the outside in, decorating with evergreens from your yard or surrounding woods, putting in your own personal touch. more

By Lucy Probert | 12/9/23

The River House is designed in five of what the architect calls “pavilions,” with three shown here. To the right is the master suite pavilion, with bedroom, bathroom and office nook. At center is the main living pavilion, home to the kitchen and main living space. At left, which is really the center of the house, is the library, which is just off the front foyer. Two more bedroom / bathroom pavilions are to the left, not shown.

Architectural marvel is a beacon of light

Jonathan Levi lives within his life’s work. His home, nestled along the east branch of the Westport River, is unlike any other. Besides being home to Levi and his wife, it is a physical … more

By Scott Pickering | 12/9/23

Built into a hillside overlooking the Seapowet marshes in South Tiverton, this new home is on the market for $4,995,000. Surrounding it are a few scattered houses and pastoral fields, as well as a path through the trees leading down to the water.

Tiverton home is designed to be perfect

Just off the main road leading to Tiverton Four Corners, down a short cut-de-sac lane, sits a house unlike any other. At first pass, it seems to hide from view. Built into a steep hillside, it cannot … more

By Scott Pickering | 12/8/23

Nancy and Bill Wilson are shown on the second floor of their home. The diamond pattern on the wallpaper is a prevalent design theme throughout the property.

The family home – for six generations

When Charlotte Condit Parker arrived at Portsmouth’s Greenvale Farm in 1918, she found the once-proud homestead that had been built by her uncle more than a half century earlier in ruins. … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 4/21/22

This Dutch Colonial on Woodland Road in Barrington is a perfect example of what’s happening in the “luxury” homes market. A few years ago, it would be considered a really nice, upper middle class home in a great neighborhood, close to the center of town off Rumstick Road in Barrington — the type of home that might sell for about $700,000. In fact, it is assessed by the Town of Barrington at $695,000. With modern upgrades and beautiful renovations — and in this market — it sold this summer for $1.3 million. Sellers were represented by the Kirk Schryver Team of Residential Properties, and the Buyers were represented by Kris Chwalk of Residential Properties.

In this market, million-dollar sales are a dime a dozen

Back in the old days — like, two years ago! — a million-dollar real estate deal was something special. Million-dollar sales did not happen often. They were reserved for only the very top … more

By Scott Pickering | 8/20/21

Once an RV garage, this home now sparkles day or night. The roofline in the background reveals the original garage, before two additions were constructed (garden room to the left, entryway and mudroom to the right). The elegant library was a featured element in the design.

The writer’s studio – From RV garage to a relaxing home

Architect Gale Goff has enjoyed her share of unique projects. This Little Compton hideaway skews to the “unique” end of the spectrum. Dubbed “The Writer’s Studio” … more

By Scott Pickering | 8/20/21

Chris Iseleib and his wife, Ann Marie, moved from the Washington, D.C. area to Barrington, buying a million-dollar house that they saw only on Zoom. Located off Nayatt Road and close to the water, it is more than 100 years old and comes with a unique stone gazebo.

Urban buyers have been moving out to the 'country'

It’s been just over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic took hold, shaking up lives around the globe. One phenomenon now becoming a trend is the mass exodus from cities to more rural … more

By Joan D. Warren | 4/30/21

Renee Welchman spent three weeks researching and working with the seller to determine the asking price for this totally unique Little Compton home — $7.85 million.

The Art of the Ask – Setting prices on priceless properties

Try figuring out the value of a four-bedroom Colonial in Barrington or a two-bedroom condo in Bristol. It’s pretty easy. Adjusting for the variables of location and condition, you can easily … more

By Scott Pickering | 12/18/20