The stately, turn-of-the-century Grandview Bed and Breakfast provides an oceanic gateway to the most tranquil of eastern shores.

From within the confines of the inn's wrap-around stone porch, one can comfortably view the multitude of breathtaking, tide-swept vistas of several nearby New England beaches. Combine this with the fine dining and many attractions of South County, Rhode Island, and you have a seaside sojourn that will leave a lasting impression.

Grandview Bed and Breakfast consists of a total of eight guest rooms, four of which have private baths, and four with shared bathrooms. An assortment of table games, reading materials, VCR, movie library, and cable television can be found in the family room. An antique harmonium awaits you in the living room. You can also spend your time sunning yourself in the lawn chairs scattered across the spacious grounds.

A hearty continental breakfast of muffins, fruit breads, fresh fruit, juice, and coffee or tea is served on the large, cheery sun porch. After breakfast, there are many things to fill your day.

South County is known as Rhode Island's Golf Coast. Eighteen great courses are nearby, with one within walking distance.

You can also walk to tennis, and the Misquamicut and Watch Hill beaches are just a short drive away. Other attractions include Block Island, Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium, Newport mansions, and, for the more daring, Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun Casinos.

Grandview Bed and Breakfast and the attractions of South County make for an invigorating seaside escape.