Do you know the feeling of discovering a small town in New England and saying to yourself, “I can totally live here…”? The LKRE team certainly believes that every visitor who experiences the beauty of Newport, Rhode Island — have the inclination to come back. If you are one of those visitors and you are […]
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Libby Kirwin Renovation + Design Consulting Does It Again
Libby Kirwin Renovation + Design Consulting (LKRDC) has the expertise to recognize a property’s hidden value; visualizing the diamond in the rough and transforming it to a profitable real estate investment. LKRDC designs for resale, but the team also takes initiative for homeowners looking to update and refresh their surroundings. Consulting & designing on everything […]
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Now’s The Time To Buy On Harrison Ave!
When property is listed for sale on the south-west side of Newport, buyers and investors fight for it! Some of Newport’s major landmarks reside in this part of town; Ocean Drive, Kings Park, Ida Lewis Yacht Club, Fort Adams and Castle Hill…This area screams luxury and has one of the best view the city has to offer. […]
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Look Your Best at Newport Holiday Parties!
photography by Visual Manor make-up by Kristen Blanchette It’s the time of year when party invitations start pouring in and the stress of balancing work and play is at it’s ultimate high! Hairstylist Kelsey Morgan has some quick tips for the all the hardworking ladies that attend cocktail soirees’ immediately after work. For holiday parties immediately after […]
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Newport Real Estate Entrepreneur Introduces Yoga Into Her Sales Routine
Right when we think Libby Kirwin has already pulled out all the stops, the real estate entrepreneur surprises us with yet another exciting marketing initiative to bring her property listings the forefront of our attention. This million dollar listing’s main attraction (recently reduced to $999,000) is it’s “spa-like” backyard amenities including heated pool, hot tub and secret outdoor […]
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Libby Kirwin Real Estate’s Featured Open Houses
Libby Kirwin Real Estate will be hosting two open houses this weekend. Both are extremely different, but if you are curious about what is on the market, put these into your weekend schedules. Whether or not your ready to buy a home, it’s always good to visit an open house and speak with agents about […]
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Casting Call for Holiday Hair
Photographer Marial Maher (via Visual Manor) is hosting an online casting call for young men and women between the ages of 18 and 35 in the Rhode Island area. The online casting is to find optimistic models (absolutely no experience necessary) to collaborate for a collection of photographs showcasing ‘holiday hair’ by Kelsey Morgan (via Curl Up […]
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Something Special for Salve Students at the Off-Campus Living Fair
On Thursday October 19th, Salve Regina University will be hosting an Off-Campus Living Fair. Students who are interested in living off campus, as well as those who are undecided and want to review their options, are encouraged to attend. Our friends Libby Kirwin Real Estate will be setting up shop, giving away free warning sign door […]
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The Best Hotels in Newport Don’t Need A Yelp Review
Screw the Yelp reviews and give up trying to manage five stars on TripAdvisor. The Visual Manor team has delivered a fresh look on local Newport business. The all girl group spent their Halloween visiting the best hotels in Newport, Hotel Viking, 41 North and Newport Marriott , showcasing colorful creative images and elaborating on interior decor. Having […]
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The Bodhi Spa Will Keep Things Heated Up
All photography by Visual Manor This winter The Bodhi Spa plans on keeping things hot, hot, hot in Newport, Rhode Island. Owners Harmony Oschefski and Cedar Hwang want to offer a rejuvenating health experience in an unique facilitiy that offers detoxification through hot mineral baths, infrared and electric saunas, aromatherapy steams, cold plunges and more. The WUN […]
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#OysterPorn: Meet Scales and Shells’ Better Half
Newport’s local seafood hotspot, Scales and Shells, has expanded by opening 1/2 Shell, a traditional raw bar designed for the oyster obsessed. The location is colorful yet simple, with a beautiful baby blue bar ready to sling artisan cocktails. 1/2 Shell keeps their oyster selection minimal with a “quality over quantity” attitude, offering the shell of the […]
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Weekend Real Estate Line-Up with Libby Kirwin
This weekend, Libby Kirwin Real Estate has five open houses, all of which are extremely unique. Whether you are a buyer, a broker, or just curious — come walk through and let your imagination run wild. Below is LKRE open house line-up mixed with some fun stops along the way! ** ALL OPEN HO– USES […]
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Anne Jenkins Gone Wild on Lower Thames
Ten Pounds of Feathers designer, Anne Jenkins has officially opened her month long pop-up at 491 Thames Street, Newport, RI. To celebrate, Jenkins and photographer Visual Manor teamed up to shoot an editorial look-book exclusively for WhatsUpNewp.com! The store is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12 pm – 5 pm, or by appointment only! The editorial showcases […]
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Ten Pounds of Feathers Designer Plans To Expand
When an artist invites you to their personal studio or workshop, it’s an offer you should never refuse. It allows outsiders a chance to see where the magic (product) is made, watch the artist in action and possibly walk away with a personal gift. Anne Jenkins, an original native of Newport, attended Parsons School of Design for fashion […]
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Newporter Olivia Linn Explores Fort Adams and Defends Her “Joke Job”
“All we knew is that in order to get access to the inside of Fort Adams, we needed to look for a guy named Ray. We pulled up the parking lot and asked this charming man if he knew Ray. He said, ‘Yeah, I know em‘ and he proceeded to give us his number. The […]
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Nautical by Nature: Weekend Open House at a Newport Luxury Condo
Without a doubt, some of the best views in Rhode Island are right here in Newport. That is perhaps why harbor/ocean views can increase the value of a property by a million dollars. Oh Newport, this is why we love you — redefining luxury unlike anything else. Arch Street Development and Behan Bros. have transitioned a […]
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Newport Antique Collector Steve Maher Offers Affordable Prices
After spending decades as a general contractor, building establishments like The Red Parrott and The Pelham, Newport antique collector Steve Maher spends his senior lifestyle bring the past back to life. Most of his antiques are collected at yard and estate sales or older homes. Steve spends extra time to refurbish and restore old furniture in […]
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Off Island Adventure for the Ultimate Oyster
Every year, more than 6.4 million Rhode Island oysters are sold for consumption* and the number of aquaculture farms in the state has increased from 37 in 2010 to over 50 in the last year. Rhode Island is finally realizing the potential this industry will have in the years to come. There are various resturants in […]
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Pushing Boundaries in Newport Real Estate
It’s a common action that once the summer is over the tourists leave, resturants slow down (or close), chill factor creeps in and we are left to defeat our own boredom. We should all take tips from a business-owner who never sleeps and is rarely satisfied. Libby Kirwin of Libby Kirwin Real Estate earns success in pushing boundaries in the real estate […]
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Shore Soap Co. Outdoor Shower Hop
It’s a common occurrence in Newport, the good ‘ol “pool hop”; the act of jumping in the neighbor’s pool while no-one is home! We didn’t think we could find anything more exciting until Shore Soap Co. introduced us to the “shower hop”. (We are by no means encouraging trespassing, but we like fantasizing on this idea!) Model and […]
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A Labor Day Sale to Keep You in the Water
Take advantage of September! The out-of-towners are (almost) gone, the streets are clear, the 30-minute wait at Diego’s has receded, and most importantly the beaches are less crowed. The cherry on that tourism cake is that the water is still WARM! Swing by The New England Harbour Club this weekend and grab some board shorts, […]
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6 Captivating Condos: Libby Kirwin Real Estate Offers a New Line-Up of Newport Properties
When it comes to purchasing property in Newport, Rhode Island – more buyers are deciding to purchase condos due to investment opportunities, seasonal advantages and they are usually located within walking distance to shops, restaurants and other places of interest. Some also have resort-like amenities, such as pools and fitness centers, that would be cost-prohibitive […]
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Let’s Keep It A Secret: Beautiful Places For The Ultimate Seaside Soak
During the summer months it’s a harsh reality for Newport – that local beaches, especially Easton’s and Sachuest are flooded with tourists and notably the red tide. Any other beachside option for a good swim are either private or parking is impossible. If you don’t need to kick your feet up on a sandy shoreline, […]