Rose Island Lighthouse Bed and Breakfast
Narragansett, Rhode Island
Join us for a paddling exploration of Rhode Island’s most unique destination. Rose Island Lighthouse, found in Narragansett Bay and built in 1870 on the ruins of 18th century Fort Hamilton, is a former  lighthouse in service for over 100 years. Originally called Conockoquit, Place of the Long Point, by the local Native Americans, this 18.5 acre island is a self- sufficient green facility and a National Historic Site. Rose Island itself is a wildlife refuge home to many rare bird species, and the location has a fascinating history.
After a meandering paddle to the island we will land and stay in the ground floor of the lighthouse which has been restored to its 1912 condition, complete with hand pumped water in the kitchen and “water closet”. This gives you the chance to experience authentic turn of the century lighthouse life and be a “keeper for a night”. The lighthouse generates 90% of its electricity via a wind turbine, and heats with passive solar and oil fired radiant floor heat. Filtered and purified rainwater is stored in a 3000 gallon cistern, and bottled water is provided for drinking. We will bring our food and gear out in the kayaks with us, and cook ourselves a tasty dinner. The next morning after a nutritious breakfast, we will explore the island and look for American Oystercatchers and Glossy Ibis before paddling back to the mainland.
$325 per person
August 22-23, September 13-14
Along with our US Tours we now offer outstanding tours in Baja and Costa Rica
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