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TRAVEL TO PROVIDENCE | the brawnhouse inn

While downtown Providence had proven itself to be as much of a hustle and bustle just like the neighboring states, it’s homegrown culture of New England hospitality has never faded. And among the local businesses within the city, Brawnhouse Inn is certainly a place that would give anyone that cozy welcome.

It was built in 1878 by John Howard Brown, the house in itself is a sight with it’s Georgian and Victorian designs; from brick and moldings, and to the quaint mantles abound the house—all of which finished with a subtle and elegant modernity. And as it is located along the historic Benefit Street along College Hill, the bed and breakfast sit ideally close to various locations like Brown University, Fox Point, Mile End Cove and even downtown Providence itself—making it a great place for visiting students, couples, or just about anyone who wants to embrace the idyllic sights of New England.

Amenities include:

an ample parking space behind the building

four one-bed rooms with queen-sized accommodations / en-suite bath included

four two-bed rooms with twin-sized accommodations /en-suite bath included

two lounge areas in the first floor and a study

a small lawn on the corner side of the property

service restrooms

dining hall with separate tables 

cable/satellite television

wireless internet access

continental breakfast buffet along with snacks and tea available 24/7

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SQUARE ONE | luca’s cottage

Just across the parking lot from Brawnhouse Inn’s main manor, is Luca’s home. Originally, when Luca came back to Providence, the house was just remnants of what could have been Brawnstone Inn’s stable block or a coach house—or it could’ve been a small storage or barn. It was just almost down to its shell after all; sound structure, roof and all, but inside was just nothing. And being newly jobless and feeling like a hermit, Luca just put his energy into refurbishing the home—some attempt to join in the family business and turn the cottage into Brawnhouse’s honeymoon suite. Though by the time he was done, Grandpa Rossi had already come to pass and the next thing he knew, he was taking over. So, what could have been a temporary situation for him turned a little bit more permanent and it needed a little more permanence as far as logistics go --------- and that’s why Luca found himself turning the house into his actual home.

Squeezed into the corner of lot, the house is actually nestled within the trees and the unevenness of the terrain, the house actually has good privacy—the reason why Luca thought it could be a couple’s suite in the first place. But at the same time, it’s still easily accessible within the property that Luca can really sit back and relax in his own home while actually managing the business.

Inside is a little more of a struggle, really. When Luca lived in the house, he didn’t get to actually finish it into the couple’s retreat as planned. Some parts were actually unpolished, and the place was actually unfurnished. It took quite some time for him to get it all… decent. At best, the place still cozy despite the minimalism, at worse—especially the bedroom—it looks bare… especially since the house is more or less an open concept. At the very least, it’s easy to hear when the bell is being rung from the manor—also, it’s not haunted. So far.

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PROVIDENCE PROVIDES | the brawnhouse menu

While the inn could only offer breakfast for its guests, Brawnhouse Inn still offer the best spread of continental breakfast every single day for our patrons. More so, they take pride in how they source most of their items from local businesses around the area as well as they aim to provide an experience that is unique to Providence itself.

They offer a variety of baked goods; from the basic loaf, rye, and wholewheat—along with a couple of gluten-free options—to biscuits and rolls that are all ready to be toasted with the means provided. Pastries such as pain au chocolat, croissants, doughnuts, and the cookies are all courtesy from our friends at The Sweet Spot. The place also offers pancakes fresh off the gridle. Other filling options include a variety of cereals from the household favorites and down to the more specialized brands, along with oatmeal packets and dried fruits to offer great options to however you want your breakfast be made. And along with the dried fruits are also fresh ones, along with a healthy batch of prepared crudité, as fresher options along with smoked ham, bacon, and eggs that are both hard-boiled and scrambled.

Butter and other spreads are also available such as almond-butter, peanut-butter, Nutella, and an array of your favorite jams such as strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, and marmalade. There are also other fruit jams—but like fresh fruits, they also depend by season. All preserved jams are made within the house as well, and people are encouraged to purchase them as gifts or something for the road. Brawnhouse Inn also have their own hummus.

Milk and cream are available for coffee, chocolate, and tea—but alternate options such as soy and almond milk are offered as well. Different juices are offered as cold drinks—and all smoothies, fruit and/or vegetables, are available to be made by the kitchen.

The complementary breakfast service starts at at 8:00 AM and lasts til 11:00 AM before check out times. While the dining room is available for anyone, guests can take their breakfast up to their rooms and also in various areas in the first floor such as the lounge areas if the guests need to read or do work, and even by the lawn where they can have a morning picnic. The Brawnhouse Inn only asks the guest to be mindful of their surroundings.

Cookies, bicuits, and small bags of chips are available in designated snack baskets around the house, along with tea and juices.