About The Island Home Inn
Nestled between the marina areas of the New Harbor and the village area of Old Harbor in Block Island, The Island Home Inn boasts picturesque views of the harbor and countryside. The Block Island Historical Society Museum is just a four-minute drive from this property.
Equipped with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi access, all rooms are basic and have satellite televisions. The first and second rooms in the main house have a shared bathroom. Moreover, the accommodations in the carriage house offer private decks.
Well-maintained gardens and porches with picnic tables are found on-site. Various watersport activities and tour/ticket assistance can be availed at the front desk.
Free breakfast is served daily at the sunny dining room. In addition, late afternoon beverages, freshly baked cookies, and hors d'oeuvres are served in the parlor.
The Nathan Mott Park, Ballard's Beach, and Nichols Park are just one mile from The Island Home Inn.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Beautifully appointed rooms
Guests admired that there is a meticulous attention in designing individual rooms of The Island Home Inn. Each has vintage-design wallpaper, and has two chairs and a couch. There are even books and board games. Moreover, each corner of the room is picture-perfect and beautifully prepared!
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Perfect base for touring around Block Island!
The inn is a perfect place to stay for touring the scenic Block Island according to guests. If the weather is perfect, you can go around town touring on mopeds and bikes. Moreover, the property is located in a quiet location, and you can reach Old Harbor and Winfield’s restaurant easily by foot.
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Rooms with private deck are perfect for relaxation
Most of the rooms at the second floor have a deck and comfortable patio furniture perfect for relaxing. Guests also noted that these rooms overlook a lake and the beautiful surroundings of the hotel. You can also enjoy an afternoon wine here and relish a super rejuvenating weekend!
Negative Reviews
negative:
Issues with cancelled reservation
Many guests reported on their online reviews that they experienced having their reservations canceled for various reasons, such as repair in the establishment or because of instances of double booking. When this happens to you, call the hotel management or send the manager an email right away.
negative:
Unprofessional front desk staff
Most previous guests were extremely disappointed on how the staff members at the desk counter behaved. They state that the staff always makes them wait at the reception and always keeps the phone ringing.
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Uninspired breakfast!
Among the foods that were complained by the guests were the cold bagels, supermarket mini muffins, and the tasteless coffee. If you feel that it is not worth it to endure this meal, you can always try dining outside the property.