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“New England Scholar”-style retreat, walk to Brown
Magnificent condo, with its own private entrance located right off Providence's historic Benefit St! Steps from Brown, RISD, downtown and some of the finest dining in the Northeast. Charming, richly appointed interiors and eclectic objets d'art, but with all modern amenities including premium linen. ~10 minutes walking distance from bus and train stations; downtown bars and restaurants are only a jump across the river. Sleeps 3 in quintessential New England charm! FREE and ample street parking!

<Modern Cabin in the City> By D&D Vacation Rental
this unique/modern/peaceful/ well located, and tranquil getaway is the right one for you and your family. this is a cozy Cabin in the heart of providence R.I close to all mayor high ways, restaurants, hospitals, coffee shops, pharmacy, supermarkets, gas stations, police station, fire fighter ect. Just 10mins away from Downtown Providence 🙂 Lincoln woods state park = 16mns away "NOT SUITABLE FOR KIDS UNDER 15" Free Parking for only one car Extra parking fee of $30 for the entire stay

“Simeon’s House” walk to restaurants, Brown & RISD
BEST LOCATION! Walk to Brown/RISD, restaurants, bars, cafés, museums; located at intersection of College Hill, Fox Point, Downtown. You’ll love the ▫️Central, walkable location ▫️Comfy bed w/soft sheets ▫️Abundant hot water shower, great pressure ▫️Generously equipped kitchen, coffee, washer/dryer, ironing board, TV ▫️Off street driveway parking ▫️Beautiful, historic neighborhood ▫️Charming, cozy space ▫️Brown/RISD proximity for family, alumni, taking classes ▫️Help w/ local recommendations

Sunny studio on the East Side!
Quiet, sunny 300 sq foot studio, great neighborhood, on National Historic Register! Close to Miriam, Brown & RISD. You have the entire second floor to yourself, w/ driveway parking, private entrance & bath, lounge, work/eating counter, high speed WiFi & Roku Smart TV. There's a small fridge, microwave, Brio hot/cold filtered water dispenser, Keurig. Coffee, tea, milks, homemade muffins, granola bars :). Please note: GUESTS MUST BE ON THE LISTING. VISITORS MUST BE APPROVED PRIOR TO STAY.

Walking Dist. to Brown, RISD, Train, & Convention
Historic charm in downtown Providence! Enjoy restaurants and attractions within walking distance! Conveniently located in the heart of DownCity, and less than a half mile from Brown University, you'll enjoy endless dining options in one of America's top 10 foodie cities. Take a quick walk over to the East Side to experience Providence's historic culture while walking the grounds of Brown University. Whether you're staying a week or a month you will have endless options to explore in PVD!

Historic Downtown Arcade Condo
Historic condo in the Arcade Providence, a registered National Landmark built in 1828 as the first indoor mall in the US. This exact unit was featured on the Rachel Ray show and described as “the coolest, smallest apartment [they’ve] ever been in.” Enjoy a living area with large TV, small kitchen, full bathroom, and bedroom that sleeps two. A murphy bed in the living room folds down to a twin bed. The Arcade is in the center of downtown Providence, a 5-10 min walk to Brown and RISD.

Downtown Condo
Fantastic 1 Bedroom Apartment right smack in the middle of downtown Providence. The neighborhood is jammed with wonderful little restaurants, bars and shopping. The Dunkin Donuts Center, Trinity Playhouse, PPAC, The Vets, Federal Hill, Providence Place Mall, Johnson & Wales, Brown & RISD are all a short walk from here. We are located two floors above a couple nightclubs. We don't hear the clubs themselves but on the weekends you can hear the people outside.

Beautiful Studio - < 15 mins 2 downtown & Brown
Relax, work, and unwind in “The Treehouse,” our serene, light-filled studio apartment nestled among the trees. Perfectly located in historic Rumford, RI, it’s just 3 miles from Brown, RISD, and Johnson & Wales, and 5 miles from Providence College. Enjoy quick access to the East Side of Providence, Newport, and Little Compton beaches. Conveniently close to Amtrak, bus lines, and the airport, it’s an ideal spot for exploring New England or visiting area colleges.

Cozy, private studio in historic East Side home
You'll love this beautiful, private studio on the 3rd floor of a historic home on Providence's East Side! Bright, comfortable, spacious and cozy, it has all the amenities you need for your stay--private, keyless entry; fast WiFi; street parking and more. Located in walking distance to Brown, RISD, the Amtrak train, and Prospect Park. Day trip (<1 hr. drive/train) to beaches, Boston, and so much more. See our guide (updated post-COVID) for further details.

Jennifer’s Historic Loft | Glass-Enclosed Bedroom
Step into this uniquely designed industrial loft with timeless character. Fully equipped kitchen, spacious glass-paneled bedroom with king bed and artistic accent wall, and stunning living area with high ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and dramatic black decorative doors. Perfect for couples or solo travelers. Walk to College Hill, Rhode Island State House, Providence Place Mall, and riverfront dining. Just 1 mile to the train and 15 minutes to the airport.

College Hill Loft: Walk to Brown/RISD + Parking!
This Loft is a 1 bedroom loft house located on Benefit Street, arguably the most beautiful, historic street on the East Side of Providence. Walking distance to Brown University, RISD, and tons of cute shops and restaurants. This Loft is in its own separate detached building with a private entrance. Features 2 beds (1 queen, 1 twin) that can sleep up to 3 guests, a private en-suite bathroom, in-unit washer/dryer, 65" TV, and ultra fast wifi.

*As Seen on CNBC* Arcade Loft Downtown Providence
Experience a unique stay in our cozy micro loft located in the historic Arcade Mall, right in the heart of Downtown Providence! The Arcade Mall was built in 1828 and is the oldest shopping mall in the US and has now become one of the most famous local attractions 🥂 Enjoy easy access to the city's best dining, shopping, and entertainment; steps away from Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) and WaterFire! 🎉❤️
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Rhode Island School of Design
Condo rentals with Wi-Fi

The Pacheco Suite by PVDBNBs (2 bed 1 bath)

🏡🏡🤩😍 Beautiful apartment perfect location.💎💜

Historic College Hill/Benefit Street

The Parisian Lux • 4 Bed - Brown Uni • RISD

Mid Century Inspired Condo: Dogs Stay Free

Federal HILL PRIDE 1 - Ground-Floor Flat

Luxury and cozy 1 Bed in the heart of Providence

Quaint Historic PVD Condo: 25 mi. to World Cup '26
Family-friendly house rentals

Steps to Providence College- 1 BR Guest Suite

1775 Charming Historical House

Cozy Lighthouse View & Bike Path only 10min to Pvd

College Hill Cottage Retreat

Cottage in Warwick

Charming 3 br apartment/East side

Cozy Home next to City Park

2BD Waterfront Home | Near Beaches & Providence
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Sleeps 7 - Walk to Train Station on East Side

Nice apt near downtown Providence close to RI hosp

Entire Two Bedroom Apartment in East Providence

Maiden Nest Private Master Suite

Clean Studio Apt. #5 on Federal Hill, Providence

Close to downtown, 3 bed, parking, laundry

Bright and cozy East Side suite

PVDCoop: Artsy Cozy, Close, East Side Apt.
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Providence Houseboat

City Skyline, Near RISD and Train

Waterfront Summer Stay • Near Brown & RISD

Tiny House in Pawtuxet Village

Historic Newly Renovated Arcade Central A/C
Destinations to explore
- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- TD Garden
- Boston Common
- Boston Seaport
- Gillette Stadium
- Revere Beach
- Brown University
- Mohegan Sun
- Foxwoods Resort Casino
- Boston University
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Freedom Trail
- East Matunuck State Beach
- New England Aquarium
- Onset Beach
- Charlestown Beach
- MIT Museum
- East Sandwich Beach
- Bonnet Shores Beach
- Duxbury Beach
- Boston College
- Northeastern University
- Quincy Market





