Historic 6BR Farmhouse on 300-Acre Bird Sanctuary

Entire home in Middletown, Rhode Island

16+ guests
6 bedrooms
11 beds
7.5 baths

Rated 4.84 out of 5 stars.38 reviews

Hosted by Norman Bird Sanctuary

Superhost
10 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the keypad.

Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.

Unbeatable location

100% of guests in the past year gave this location a 5-star rating.

Welcome to The Paradise Farmhouse - a beautifully restored 18th-century estate nestled within the 300-acre Norman Bird Sanctuary on Aquidneck Island. This rare and meaningful escape offers comfort, space, and tranquility for up to 16 guests. Surrounded by sweeping ocean views, hiking trails, and open skies, it’s the perfect backdrop for family vacations, wellness retreats, creative gatherings, or coastal celebrations. Just 1/4 mile from the beach and 10 minutes from downtown Newport.

The space
- 6,000 sq ft historic farmhouse on the National Register of Historic Places

- Sleeps 14–16 | 6 bedrooms + 7 bathrooms

- Configurable beds: 3 rooms w/ king or two twins, 2 fulls, 1 bunk room (sleeps 6)

- Ensuite bathrooms in every bedroom (5 showers, 1 full tub)

- 3 cozy living rooms + 7 decorative fireplaces

- 2 dining areas + well-equipped kitchen

- Central AC & heating, linens, WiFi

- No TVs – intentionally unplugged

- Farmaesthetics bath products & green cleaning supplies

- Terrace w/ ocean views and expansive lawn

- Optional: midweek cleaning, private chef, NBS bird hikes & educational add-ons

- Additional rental agreement required post-booking

Guest access
Guests have exclusive access to the entire farmhouse during their stay, including:

- All indoor living areas, bedrooms, and bathrooms

- A fully equipped kitchen and spacious dining area

- Private outdoor patio with seating and grill

- Large backyard lawn surrounded by nature

- Driveway parking for up to 6 vehicles

In addition, guests are welcome to explore the 300+ acres of nature trails at Norman Bird Sanctuary during open hours. Maps and trail info are provided at check-in.

Please note: The farmhouse is located on the grounds of the sanctuary, which also hosts daytime visitors and events. However, the house and outdoor spaces directly around it are fully private to your group.

Other things to note
Important Note: While Paradise Farmhouse sits on a peaceful 300-acre property, it is also part of the Norman Bird Sanctuary, an active nonprofit and nature preserve. The house, terrace, and lawn are fully private to Airbnb guests, but depending on the day and time of year, you may notice occasional activity from educational programs, nature camps, guided hikes, or community events held elsewhere on the sanctuary grounds.

There may be additional cars, light foot traffic, or some ambient noise during NBS events - all taking place outside your private area, but still nearby. If you’re concerned about timing or privacy for your stay, feel free to contact us directly - we’re happy to walk you through any scheduled programming or events.

Most guests find these gatherings enriching and inspiring, and you are always welcome to attend any public programs happening during your visit!

Registration Details
RE.01649-STR, expiry date: 2025-12-04