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The Breakers |
If
ever anything was misnamed it is "Newport
Cottages". They are actually
large stately homes that were built by the wealthy in Newport, Rhode Island as
summer houses (palaces really!)
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Kingscote |
A
bit like Las Vegas, you have to see it to believe it! Here are some more examples of these little
summer houses!
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The Vanderbilt's cottage |
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Rosecliff Ballroom |
These
huge houses were set up for entertaining on a grand scale but unlike English
country houses, they didn't have many guest bedrooms since everyone who would
be invited was expected to have a "cottage" of their own.
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Miramar |
Have you ever visited there Carole? I have been to a few of them. Very rich in history and well preserved, these large and often garish mansions are now museums for public viewing. The town of Newport is laden with historical buildings, many shops and restaurants. It's a nice destination for a vacation - not so children friendly in my estimation.
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