ZAGAT Survey Listed The Jacob Hill Inn " 2008 Top U.S. Hotels, Resorts & Spas" currently available

This delightful country inn, convenient to Providence and the coast ( it's 10 minutes from town) merits "a mag-nitude of superlatives: magnificent property, magnetic hosts, magical breakfasts"; through the building dates from 1722, the "amazing", Victorian style rooms, equipped with Jacuzzis and fireplaces,"couldn't be more comfotable"and owners Bill and Eleonora Rezek "will cater to your every need"; unlike some B&Bs, it has facilities for fun and work: a pool, tennis court, meeting room and even billiards P-156

TRAVEL+LEISURE Magazine September 2007 issue

Listed Historic Jacob Hill Inn as a Great Value and the Top Pick of Places to Stay when visting Providence.Cityscape feature article "Divine Providence" The transformation of Providence, Rhode Island. By Amy Larocca p-138 to 144 (Click to see on-line version)

USA TODAY "Foodies savor 'authentic' experience" September 21, 2007

Lodgings cater to those who take part rather than just partake By Jerry Shriver

Feasts: Historic Jacob Hill Inn...teams with professional instructors from nearby Johnson & Wales College of Culinary Arts to offer three-hour hands-on classes... (Click to see on-line version)

Top 10 Most Romantic Inns of the Year 2007

Leading travel guidebook and website publisher American Historic Inns named The Jacob Hill Inn to its prestigious Top 10 Most Romantic Inns of 2007 list.

Jacob Hill Inn was choosen based on its romantic setting, fabulous decor, hospitality and amenities that allow a two-day getaway to make guests feel like they have just had a month's vacation.

Jacob Hill is the only Inn picked in New England other than the Blair Hill Inn in Maine

ZAGAT Survey Listed The Jacob Hill Inn " 2007 Top U.S. Hotels, Resorts & Spas"

This delightful country inn, convenient to Providence and the coast ( it's 10 minutes from town) merits "a mag-nitude of superlatives: magnificent property, magnetic hosts, magical breakfasts"; through the building dates from 1722, the "amazing", Victorian style rooms, equipped with Jacuzzis and fireplaces,"couldn't be more comfotable"and owners Bill and Eleonora Rezek "will cater to your every need"; unlike some B&Bs, it has facilities for fun and work: a pool, tennis court, meeting room and even billiards P-156

Westchester Magazine March 2007 issue

"The Jacob Hill Inn -right outside of Providence, Rhode Island- appeals to the most jaded opulence-seeking traveler. With an eclectic, urbane feel, Jacob Hill is replete with polished hardwood floors, Oriental rugs, and clean lines-the antithesis to disheveled chintz-chic. People come from the city just to chill out on our fifty acres...and to wake up to our three-course gourmet breakfast" written by Malerie Yolen-Cohen p-76 Recommended The Grand Suite, a 645-square-foot space with a king French iron bed, a fireplace, two-person Jacuzzi and wall fountain. A private sunroom.

Massachusetts great escapes Magazine Spring 2007

Cover: The Nantucket Room at the Jacob Hill Inn in Seekonk, Mass., invites guests to relax and rejuvenate (photograph by Brian Urkevic) Story "Hearts Afire" by Erin Byers Murray p-26 "each suite at the Jacob Hill Inn seemingly tries to outdo the others. Most of the lushly decoraated rooms come with in-room fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs. Comfy bathrobes, deep leather chairs and warm, soft bedding beg guests to curl up with a book or that special someone... This Bristol County hideaway has an obvious passion for romance
Woman's Day Featured The Historic Jacob Hill Inn in March/April 2007 (link)
CHOW FOOD. DRINK. FUN online Magazine 2007 "Pack your knives and go" Ten cooking vacations that steer clear of the tourist traps by Sheila Scarborough. Lucky # 7. Providence, Rhode Island...The Jacob Hill Inn runs a series of cooking classes...In honor of the city's ethnic heritage, inn owners Eleonora and Bill Rezek are also happy to arrange a Portuguese cusine class...

Top 10 Best Inns & B&B's US

January 17, 2007 Today "TripAdvisor" the world's largest travel community announced the winnersof its 2006 Travelers Choice Awards.

The winners were determined by a combination of the highest traveler ratings and the TripAdvisor Popularity Index a measurement of overall traveler satisfaction.

Jacob Hill Inn was ranked #2 in the USA

North American Inns Magazine 10th Anniversary 2006 issue

The Jacob Hill Inn chosen as one of Top 10 Most Memorable Bedrooms by Editor Mary Hughes. "In the 10 years that North American Inns has been in business, I have stayed at some incredible inns... I look for an escape to unwind. I have found this in the bedrooms that I love. They need to be relaxing, warm and inviting. When I stay at an inn I am always searching for a bedroom that I would love to have in my own home." p-39

Country Accents Magazine Summer 2006 issue

Emily J. Rollock wrote the 10 page feature Titled "Finders Keepers" A historic inn outside Providence, Rhode Island, serves up warm hospitality and great food. Currently available at Borders Books & Music p-68 to 77

ZAGAT Survey Listed The Jacob Hill Inn " 2006 Top U.S. Hotels, Resorts & Spas"

"A 10-minute drive from Downtown Providence, Rhode Island, and an hour from Boston, this 1722 B&B style inn surrounded by wooded land features rooms with fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs, a swimming pool, tennis courts and a new billiard room with a plasma TV" P-165

SCENE BOSTON Magazine picked Historic Jacob Hill Inn to feature in the 2005 March/April issue

"12 Best Ways to put romance in your life" written by Laura Hearn. "Overlooking 50 acres of country estate...recognized as some of the most beautifully appointed rooms in the country...this Inn caters especially to couples seeking a romantic escape... If an intimate and luxurious get-away is what you crave, the Jacob Hill Inn is the place to revive the romance in any couples life."

InnTraveler voted Historic Jacob Hill Inn " 2005 Best Guests Accommodations"

Inn Traveler Magazine published by Arrington also featured a four page story "The air in the springtime at the Historic Jacob Hill Inn Providence, RI is fragrant with the scent of lilac...The historic country estate serves as a relaxing and welcoming respite to travelers from all over the world" written by Sarah Stiles

" Best Hotels on the Web 2004- Winner" TripAdvisor's Best Hotels on the Web award was given to the most popular hotels in the top destinations in North America, Europe, Central and South America, Asia and the South Pacific.

Historic Jacob Hill Inn was the only Bed and Breakfast picked in North East America

Read what other guests have written about Historic Jacob Hill Farm and compare unbiased opinions about other Providence and Cranston B&B's/Inns and Hotels

Selected by Forbes.com as one of the "Ten Best Urban Inns"

"Wheather you're in Providence to visit Brown University or are there on business, book a room at the Jacob Hill Inn" An aulternative to the big impersonal hotels. Located in an upscale neighborhood, so visitors will feel more like a resident and less like a tourist.

"Making Barn Living Vogue" written by Mary Hughes Editor-in-chief " As you enter the restored barn, there is a grand foyer with a staircase leading upstairs to two suites and the billiard room... The restoration spared no imagination or detail. Each suite boasts polished hardwood floors, gorgeous furnishings, and Jacuzzi baths"

The Three pages of details are in the 2004 Summer Issue North American Inns Magazine

Smart Money The Wall Steet Journal Magazine of Personal Business August 2004: The 10 Things Your Bed & Breakfast Won't Tell You. # 5. "Our 'stars' don't mean anything"..."The most prestigious rating systems are Mobil (stars), AAA (diamonds) and...Select Registry (a stamp of approval). All three groups rigorously inspect properties...evaluating everything from curb appeal to linens." "Other properties simply award themselves a rating."

AAA The American Automobile Association is the world's largest and oldest publisher of travel information celebrating over 100 years of experience. The AAA rating is based on one of the most comprehensive professional inspections in the industry. Consistently conducted on an annual basis. A property rated a Four Diamond: reflects an obvious enhanced level of quality throughout. Based on a high degree of hospitality, service and attention to detail.

A Four Diamond level is considered and celebrated, as an Award. The Four Diamond Award is the highest rating any Bed and Breakfast in the North America has received with the exception of The Simpson House in Santa Barbara, CA. We are very proud to announce that Jacob Hill Inn is the highest rated Bed and Breakfast for the longest time in all of Rhode Island and Bristol Country MA, Seven consecutive years!

The Select Registry, Distinguished Inns of North America is a group of more than four hundred Top Inns. Qualified after a rigorous review and inspection by some of North Americas leading hospitality professionals. The members of the Select Registry work to insure that your visit is unique and richly satisfying.

"Any Inn that displays this logo as having been selected or recommended by the Select Registry has achieved a high pinnacle of success".

COUNTRY COMFORT Magazine 2004 Winter Issue

Featured Historic Jacob Hill Inn "... not only offer rest and relaxation, but also thrive on endless decorating inspiration" written by Julie Gassman. Highlighted the Nantucket Petite Suite for its classic country style.
Top 10 Inns- In order to be listed in this directory an Inn must
present credentials that demonstrate a commitment to a superior guest experience. Quality, service and hospitality are the hallmark of "Top 10 Inns".

Jacob Hill Inn is the only featured Inn for the State of Rhode Island.

Condé Nast Johansens is the most comprehensive illustrated reference to annually inspected, independently owned hotels and Inns throughout Great Britain, Europe and North America. "The objective is to maintain the trust of the guide users by recommending through annual inspection a careful choice of accommodations offering quality, excellence and value for money. No property can appear in the guide unless they meet exacting standards".

Jacob Hill Inn was the only property chosen in the Providence area for the 2003 Guide.

Winner of "Room of the Year" contest! The Newport Suite was selected as the 1st place winner in the Intimate Inns category, for the USA. Chosen from thousands of entries submitted for rooms that have been redecorated, most done by professionals. Eleonora is proud to say that she and Bill did it all themselves.

The details are in the 2002 Fall issue of North American Inns Magazine.

Rated Five Stars by Macmillan Unofficial Guide to Bed & Breakfasts
in New England. Overnight inspection was completed.

 

At the Annual meeting held on September 24, 2002. In recognition for her efforts Eleonora was presented with the Ambassador Award by the Providence Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Professional Association of Innkeepers International: not only are Bill and Eleonora active members but as Industry leaders Eleonora was selected as a workshop speaker during the 2002 Biannual conference held in Chicago and the 2004 conference held in Providence, RI
I Can't Believe It's Not Butter! "Passion Plate Challenge Contest".
Eleonora's Stuffed French toast was selected as a runner-up from all
the entries submitted by Bed and Breakfast Chefs from across the country.
Still a favorite at the Jacob Hill Inn today.

Featured in the Massachusetts Great Escapes Magazine Winter/Spring 2005 and Wnter/ Spring 2003 editions. "One of the most cherished playgrounds for Rhode Island's rich and famous can actually be found across the boarder, in nearby Seekonk, Mass., at the Jacob Hill Inn...Here, many of the wealthiest residents from Newport and Providence...gathered as members of the Jacob Hill Hunt Club" and the tradition continues today but with modern amenities.

TV Features

In addition to countless local TV features, The Jacob Hill Inn was
featured on the following programs.

HGTV- National Cable debut feature in 2000 "If the walls could talk"
Highlighted Bill and Eleonora's renovation efforts and the links they
found to the previous life of the Inn, when it was a Private Club for the
"Who's Who in America Crowd".

Cox Cable- Chosen for the Cox Cable program "No Jacket Required!" 1999 It
was the first time a Bed and Breakfast was used for this restaurant
review program.

ABC- Eleonora was invited to speak about Innkeeping at a live interview
for the program "For Women Only!" 1998

Newspaper Features

Sunday July 23. 2006 New York Times Travel p-2

Comings and Goings by Hilary Howard "In New England, Fun for Foodies Vacations are offered by seven Select Registry inns " The one package highlighted was by " ...the Jacob Hill Inn in Providence" Cooking classes taught by staff members of the Johnson & Wales College of Culinary Arts

The Record -North Jersey Travel Section - Sunday January 14, 2007 "Ways to celebrate with your love"

St. Louis Post-Dispatch Travel & Leisure Sunday, August 19, 2001 An
article about visiting Massachusetts in the fall. The writer Suzanne
Tophan-Tarrant took Eleonora's advice of flying into Providence for
convenience and added bonus of seeing Newport in addition to staying at
Jacob Hill Inn.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Sunday September 27, 1998 Jean and John
Frazier, residents of Georgia found a gem of a southern New England Inn.
Jacob Hill Inn is a classic B & B. "A destination in itself."

Providence Journal Featured Jacob Hill Inn
     January 21, 2007 Sunday Journal Lifebeat "Romantic Getaway"
     January 23, 2000 Sunday Journal Home "Echoes of History"
     January 21 & 24, 2000
     August 4, 1999
     December 17, 1994

The Sun Chronicle Featured Jacob Hill Inn
     November 4, 1999
     November 5, 1995

The Times Featured Jacob Hill Inn
     January 24, 2000
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The News Featured Jacob Hill Inn
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