The Ocean House is the last of the grand Victorian hotels, where life is still lived much as it was a century ago, a tranquil timetable of tides and sun, teatime and cocktails, sailing regattas and bonfires on the beach.
 
Perched high on the bluffs of Watch Hill, Rhode Island, the Ocean House is the last iconic New England seaside resort. The Ocean House was meticulously reconstructed to pay tribute to its storied past and offer exceptional personal experiences for guests, members and residents. The Ocean House's celebrated hotel and residential accommodations, uncompromising service, beachfront location, and world-class amenities pay homage to New England's golden age of hospitality with timeless elegance and renewed civility. At the Ocean House, we want to make your visit unforgettable- relax and sip a refreshment on our private beach, enjoy our signature farm-to-table cuisine, gather around the herb garden with breathtaking oceanfront views, or explore over five miles of pristine Rhode Island beaches.
 
Let us arrange a spa treatment for you at the spectacular OH! Spa or a day of golf, tennis, surf casting, water sports, and even croquet on our championship-level court! Or perhaps you wish for a day of fitness and exercise classes topped off with a swim in our all-season lap pool or in the ocean. The Ocean House has exceptional activities designed exclusively for you.
 
And just steps away, you can stroll through the quintessential New England seaside village of Watch Hill, RI with seaside gardens and hydrangea lined lawns as well as unique dining, shops and galleries.

Dining options abound at the Ocean House, with a variety of settings and menus to match every taste and mood. Here you'll find everything from sophisticated fine dining, to simple beach fare featuring native Rhode Island seafood and classic cocktails. Guests are also welcomed to a unique selection of  culinary activities specially designed to allow them to actively participate in the farm-to-table process, or relax and enjoy the stunning ocean views and incredible dining opportunities that only a beachfront resort can offer.

Seasons:
At the Ocean House's fine dining restaurant, the perfect accompaniment to every meal is a stunning view of the Atlantic. The menu at Seasons changes daily and exemplifies the "farm-to-table" concept that reflects our commitment to using the freshest local ingredients and inspires the cuisine throughout the resort. The traditional decor, historic stone fireplace, and open exhibition kitchen provide a dining experience unlike any other in the region.

Club Room:
The private member dining room offers a classic American Brasserie menu. Simply prepared and presented, the menu emphasizes the freshest local meats and sustainable seafood. A fireplace casts warm light on the wood-paneled walls, evoking the interior of a yacht. Upholstered booths create an inviting, traditional atmosphere; tables outside on the porch are ideal for fair weather dining or enjoying a cocktail after a sumptuous meal.  Serving lunch and dinner daily, the wood paneling, private bar, outdoor seating and inviting fireplace make the space a sophisticated, intimate and relaxed place to dine.

The Verandah:
A treasured area for visiting guests during the summers, the Verandah sweeps across the south facade of the Ocean House. The outdoor terrace overlooks the pristine croquet court, with the vast Atlantic and Little Narragansett Bay in either direction. Fresh shellfish from nearby waters are shucked to order; succulent oysters, clams and crab claws are part of the traditional New England raw bar served out on the Verandah. The menu also includes savory light items including a daily ceviche and an assortment of delicious sandwiches. With oversized chairs and low tables, the Verandah beckons you to relax, enjoy a brisk cocktail paired with a heavenly bite, and stare out into the ocean as the waves crash along the shoreline.

Seaside Terrace:
Overlooking the Atlantic and adjacent to the pool, this is the perfect place to enjoy a casual lunch and a variety of light sandwiches, delicious snacks and refreshing smoothies. In the evenings, meet for a drink on the terrace and watch the sun set before dinner.

Dune Cottage:
Just steps from the beach, this casual grill overlooks the dunes and is open daily during the summer season. Guests will be treated to a delectable array of signature cocktails, as well as appetizing menu options ranging from chilled soups to summer classics. You can  enjoy all the menu has to offer from the privacy of your beachfront cabana, beach chaise or at a table on the deck.

Sunday Brunch:
Every Sunday, Seasons at the Ocean House features its popular Sunday Jazz Brunch. Brunch at the Ocean House combines classic breakfast items and lunch fare, plus a variety of additional buffet items. Each Sunday, Seasons’ is transformed into a food emporium, with a raw bar featuring the freshest seashells, house made pastry and dessert display, and a selection of local artisanal cheeses and charcuterie. At the crepe station, a member of the Ocean House staff prepares crepes to order, with fillings of the guests’ choice. The à la carte menu changes every week, offering scrumptious breakfast dishes and savory lunch preparations. Rhode Island native, musician Greg Piccolo performs a combination of jazz, blues, and soul each Sunday in the lobby.

Other Culianry Offerings:

Farm + Vine: Learn what is at the heart of the Ocean House's unique, farm-to-table cuisine with weekly classes led by the resort's Food Forager and chefs. The one-hour classes are complimentary and are held in the open exhibition kitchen located in Seasons or at our community farm. Our Farm + Vine activities include cooking demonstrations using local ingredients, wine tastings, and visits to local farms, wineries and fishing docks to select the ingredients for that evening's meal.

Residential Suite Dining:  Our residential suites feature full kitchens and dining areas. Upon your request, a chef from the Ocean House culinary team will create a special meal for you and your guests in your suite, or will prepare the dishes in advance for you to finish at your convenience. 

Friday Night Clambakes: Every Friday in season, we extend a personal invitation to our guests to join us for a traditional New England Clambake. Relax on our private beach and watch the sunset while you enjoy the sight of a traditional clambake fare being prepared, and listen to a live band changing each week. June through September. $75.00 per guest

In Room Dining: Light and spacious, comfortable and elegant, our guestrooms are unlike any other. For guests who like to lounge in the privacy and luxury of their own  hotel room, room service is available 24 hours a day from a special menu. Enjoy a delicious breakfast in bed or a romantic dinner for two served on your own private terrace.

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The Ocean House hotel, located in Watch Hill, Rhode Island, is closer than you think - approximately three hours from New York City (2 ½ hours by train); two hours from Greenwich, CT. and 1 ½ hours from Boston; and 45 minutes from historic Newport, Providence, and its airports. With easy access from Route I-95, our seaside hotel is easily reached from all major metropolitan areas in New England.

Number of Rooms: 49
Each guestroom and suite has partial water views and offers turn-of-the-century décor complete with custom wood furnishings, a muted color scheme, and Early New England artwork. Fine touches include feathertop beds with 400-thread count, Italian bed linens and 100-percent goose down pillows, 100-percent Cotton Italian-woven towels, plush bathrobes and 4-fixture marble bathrooms with a large shower and an oversized deep soaking bathtub. High-tech touches such as Internet access, floor valet panel, voicemail, flat screen televisions, and iPod players ensure that your guestroom is technically wired to meet all your needs.

In-room amenities and services at our oceanfront hotel include:

• Complimentary daily resort activities ranging from yoga to cooking classes
• A gratuity free property
• A complimentary welcome amenity
• A complimentary private bar with coffee, tea, and hot chocolate machine and a selection of snacks
• Complimentar wireless internet access
• Feather top beds with sumptuous Frette linens, 6 pillows per bed
• Frette towels and bedding
• Custom-made Telegraph Hill bathrobes
• Air-conditioning and ceiling fans in each room
• Hangers: slacks, skirt, wooden and padded
• Iron and ironing board
• In-room sitting areas with overstuffed custom chairs
• Antique style writing desk
• Bathrooms with custom milled vanities and carpevola marble and equipped with a telephone and LCD TV/radio
• Soaking tub and separate shower in all rooms
• Lit and fog-free make-up mirror
• Molton Brown bath amenities
• 42-inch LCD television with multi-media connectivity and full cable service
• iPod docking station with sound bar
• In-room ElSafe
• Two line speaker phones with data port
• Large terraces and/or fireplaces in many rooms and suites
• Complimentary valet parking