Though the outside appears a bit rundown, the rooms are extremely well kept, pleasant and clean. The response to our questions, breakfast, etc. were excellent. Would definitely return!

We stayed at The Windsome B&B for 2 heavenly nights during our 3 week tour of New England, paying $105/night + tax for a midweek stay.
The B&B is located in a quiet residential part of town less than a mile (10-15 minute stroll) from the waterfront and Newports shops and restaurants.
Our room 'Autumn', was absolutely beautiful, light, airy, clean and comfortable. The room was decorated and furnished very tastefully. The bed was huge and so wonderfully comfy that it made it hard to get up in the mornings. The room had air conditioning and a large ceiling fan. A TV was hidden within an antique unit.
There are only 2 bedrooms and they share a common area with sofas, fridge, microwave, music system (with controls so it can be played in to your room), tea and coffee making facilites, books etc. A yummy continental breakfast is served in the common area, this included fresh fruit salad, homemade baked goods, coffee/tea, juice and yoghurt. Valerie, the owner, did make us delicious scrambled eggs one morning.
Valerie is a wonderful host who is friendly and welcoming and does her best to make your stay an enjoyable one without being too overbearing. Her business cards for Windsome say 'Simple Elegance' and this sums up the atmosphere she has achieved at her bed and breakfast.

The hosts were extremely gracious, breakfast was excellent, and the room was clean and comfortable. A nice experience at a good price.

I recently stayed at Windsome while in Newport for a conference, and it was lovely. Valerie was very gracious and flexible, especially with my 3:30 a.m. arrival! I had my own keys and could come and go with ease. I enjoyed the "continental plus" style breakfast which allowed me to eat in my room if I wished rather than joining others in a dining room. It was the perfect balance between interaction and independence. The room was comfortable with plenty of room, as was the bathroom. Location was good...a short drive to the harbor, shops, etc. I didn't ever try walking it. Very reasonable rate, and overall I would definitely like to go back!