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  Island History
The island was named for the first herd of Guernsey cattle that were brought to this country and allowed to graze on the island.
Pine Island in the town of Meredith is one of the smaller islands on the lake.
Oak Island is one of the 5 bridged Islands on the lake and although one of the smallest, there are several homes on the island which belongs to the town of Meredith.
www.myislandbroker.com /islandhistory.html   (1773 words)

  
  Preserve Rhode Island   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The Governor Henry Lippitt House is the finest nineteenth-century house open to the public in Providence and was termed by the New York Times to be "one of the most complete, authentic and intact Victorian houses in the country".
Not only is the house worthy of accolades for its impressive architecture and period decoration, it is also a living history museum to a Rhode Island family whose members over the years have included State governors, US Senators, and a myriad of distinguished public servants and businessmen.
The house museum was designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1976 and donated by the Lippitt Family to Preserve Rhode Island in 1981.
www.preserveri.org /index.cfm/ID/13/Page/Lippitt_House   (201 words)

  
 Random House | Books | Island by Alistair MacLeod
I rode the half-mile from our house to the wharf on his shoulders and I remember the sound of his rubber boots galumphing along the gravel beach, the tune of the indecent little song he used to sing, and the odour of the salt.
She was what Nova Scotians called a Cape Island boat and was designed for the small inshore fishermen who sought the lobsters of the spring and the mackerel of summer and later the cod and haddock and hake.
The houses and their people, like those of the neighbouring towns and villages, were the result of Ireland's discontent and Scotland's Highland Clearances and America's War of Independence.
www.randomhouse.com /catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780375713040&view=excerpt   (3919 words)

  
 Rhode Island State House - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Located in the downtown area of the state capital of Providence, the State House is a neoclassical building that houses the Rhode Island General Assembly and the offices of the governor of Rhode Island as well as the lieutenant governor, secretary of state, and general treasurer.
The chamber of the Rhode Island House of Representatives is located in the west wing of the building while the chamber of the Rhode Island Senate is located in the east wing.
The State House is also one of the first public buildings in the United States to use skylights, the major ones being in the House of Representatives Chamber, the Senate Chamber, and the State Library.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Rhode_Island_State_House   (508 words)

  
 Rhode Island State House
Sitting prominently on Smith Hill in Providence, the Rhode Island State House is a landmark visible from most of downtown and many approaching highways.
The building is a testament to Rhode Island's political, cultural and economic standing at the turn of the century.
In the opposite wing is the House chamber.
www.woonsocket.org /river/statehouse.htm   (436 words)

  
 Island City House Hotel (Key West, Florida Keys) - Hotel Reviews - TripAdvisor
The kitchen/living area was equipped with everything needed to settle right in and the balcony overlooking the pool was a relaxing place to be.
We were in the Island City building as well as another family that were with us.
The Island City House Hotel may be the oldest operating guesthouse on Key West, but it is spotless and modern!
www.tripadvisor.com /Hotel_Review-g34345-d224524-Reviews-Island_City_House_Hotel-Key_West_Florida_Keys_Florida.html   (1115 words)

  
 Hauser House - Kelleys Island, Ohio
This house was built by Frank Hauser, son of John and Catherine Hauser in 1885 on 1⁄4 acre of land deeded him from his father’s 26 acre farm.
Hauser sold this house to John Betzenheimer in 1890, John had come to the island prior to 1880 when the Census data of that date shows him married with 2 children, working as a teamster and Living on Huntington Lane.
During the years he lived in the present house he worked as a stationery fireman for a winery, but it is not known for which company.
www.kelleysisland.com /hauserhouse/index.html   (687 words)

  
 Island House - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Built in 1905, Island House was built as the residence for the first British Police Magistrate appointed in 1898.
Island House had been resided in by a total of 15 District Commissioners since 1949.
The last resident of the Island House was Sir David Akers-Jones, who became Chief Secretary in 1985.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Island_House   (163 words)

  
 Island House - Tryall, Jamaica Villa
The delightfully refurbished Island House has a panoramic view of Tryall’s championship golf course and the Caribbean Sea from every room.
The Jamaican style open living room/dining area overlooks a wide verandah which is adjacent to the pool deck, lush gardens and expansive views.
Island Hideaways' Jamaican villa renters will experience one of the most beautiful islands in the world.
www.islandhideaways.com /villa.php?villa_id=10352   (175 words)

  
 Island House Realtors - Lopez Island Washington   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Laurie recognized the benefits of owning real estate early on, and purchased her first investment property at the age of 22.
Laurie initially satisfied all requirements and obtained a real estate license in the State of Washington in 1984, however, continued her accounting focus as an Office Manager for a metal company in Seattle.
To become reacquainted with the latest in the real estate industry before coming to the island and establishing a real estate career, Laurie reactivated her real estate license in January 2005 working for an independent real estate broker in the heart of Kirkland, Washington.
www.islandhouse.com /OfficeInfo/persLN.htm   (220 words)

  
 Island Falls House Floor Plans and House Photos
The front of the house was built on level ground, which then sloped down abruptly around the back porch and provided a walk-out rear basement door.
Six houses like this were built along the west side of West Street.
These houses were demolished to make way for new houses in the late 1940's, like the one on the right.
www.islandfalls.ca /house.floorplans.html   (405 words)

  
 Rock House Harbour Island Bahamas
Rock House has been a vibrant and colorful feature of the Harbour Island landscape since the early 1940's.
Along with the adjoining historic Catholic School House, Tutt had the concept of making the two properties one, and create a casual yet elegant atmosphere, encompassing hotel, casual grill and elegant fine dining all in one small compound.
The project began in August 2002 and Rock House grew into the gem that it is today.
www.rockhousebahamas.com /RHB.html   (295 words)

  
 Island Guest House - About Us
The Island Guest House is owned and run by Jane & Stephen Burn.
The concept for the Island Guest House arose when Stephen and Jane identified a need for elegant self-catering accommodation on Waiheke island.
Completed in December 2000, the Island Guest House is ideal for families or couples who want to holiday on the island in comfort and style.
www.islandguesthouse.com /aboutus.html   (122 words)

  
 Hix Island House - Vieques, Puerto Rico
ur guests often ask why Hix Island House is the way that it is. To me, things that I find in Nature are more fascinating and beautiful than things that are made by man. I strive to make my buildings fit with Nature.
The houses collect rain water, heat it with the Sun, then, after use, return the water to the surrounding flora.
Our concrete houses with their steel rolling doors and heavy wood shutters have become havens for our neighbors and friends during hurricanes.
www.hixislandhouse.com /ideology.html   (438 words)

  
 Island House Community Centre
Island House is a multi cultural community centre open for people of all faiths and none.
We are based on the north east of the Isle of Dogs, in the London borough of Tower Hamlets situated in the St John's and Samuda social housing estates, 5 minutes walk from Canary Wharf.
Island House is a charity set up as an outreach project of the United Reformed Church in 1972.
www.island-house.org /index.php   (99 words)

  
 Island House Spa
Island House Spa: Many so-called Florida spa resorts have just a room or two within their recreational area, along with a masseuse and a couple of hairdressers.
Island House Spa also features a full menu of facials, massages, body treatments and aromatherapies to provide you with the kind of pampering that will make you say Ahhhhh.
Island House Spa also offers memorable Resort Packages that are designed to be romantic or self-indulgent.
www.longboatkeyclub.com /SpaFitness/Spa   (497 words)

  
 The Island House Hotel: Lodging on Mackinac Island Michigan
There are no motor vehicles of any kind allowed on Mackinac Island which makes the Island House Hotel the perfect vacation spot to beat the rising gas prices.
The Island House has 93 guest rooms as well as three suites to serve your needs.
Originally built in 1852, the Island House was the first summer hotel on Mackinac Island.
www.theislandhouse.com   (274 words)

  
 Balboa Island Beach House
Balboa Island is tucked inside Newport Harbor and is surrounded by sandy beaches and calm water.
The island is accessible by bridge to the mainland and by ferry to the Balboa Peninsula.
The little yellow cottage was built in 1930 and was one of the first houses built on the island.
balboaislandbeachhouse.com   (886 words)

  
 Mackinac Island Lodging, The Island House, Mackinac Island, Michigan
Established in 1852 The Island House has been dubbed "the best family hotel on the island" and the hotel is rightfully proud of this reputation.
You'll find that things have been modernized to fit our lifestyles, but without spoiling the charm that you expect from an island where there are no cars and people travel by horse and carriage.
And, after a day of enjoying the island you can get a delicious meal in The Island House’s Governor’s Dining Room where the large picture windows allow you to enjoy the scenic boat harbor - where the summer activity is a story in itself.
www.mackinacisland.net /islandhouse   (124 words)

  
 Goat Island House
Just minutes from historic Charleston, Goat Island, South Carolina is located on the intercoastal waterway between the Isle of Palms and Mt Pleasant in Charleston County.
The island is unique in that it has no automobile access and the back half of it is natural marshland.
The house is only a one minute boat ride from the Isle of Palms Marina, and is a 20 minute boat ride to either Charleston Harbor to the South or Cape Romain Wildlife Refuge to the North.
www.goatislandhouse.com   (181 words)

  
 Welcome to EvanRoberts.co.uk
Island House was built in 1860 and remained in the Roberts family, throughout the Revivalist period, until the 1950's.
Island House is fronting onto the Loughor Estuary Park ideal for walks.
Knowing the history of this house caused me to be very excited, I was not disappointed.
www.evanroberts.co.uk   (709 words)

  
 The Island House
From business meetings to family reunions, the Island House has the space for you to host your next group meeting.
With 93 guest rooms and three suites to insure that both you and your guests are comfortable, the Island House is your full service wedding hotel.
The Island House is the perfect location for your Mackinac Island destination wedding.
www.openbooker.com /propertydetail.cfm?urlname=theislandhouse   (354 words)

  
 Step Back in Time at Mackinac Island's Historic Island House Hotel. - Island House Hotel, Mackinac Island, MI - ...
Officially, check-in at the Island House is at 4:00 but we had no problem getting a room by 1:00 p.m.
Island House is right on the main drag, but about 200 yards away from the truly chaotic portion of downtown.
We retreated to the sanctuary of the Island House each day from at least 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., when the island’s downtown district is full to capacity with frazzled daytrippers trying to eat lunch or catch a tour.
www.epinions.com /content_436329025156   (1565 words)

  
 Necker Island, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean
Necker Island is a small rocky landmass at the north-eastern extremity of a chain of islands, lapped by the sky-blue Caribbean Sea, which all together comprise the British Virgin Islands.
Where possible, we use natural materials from the island in construction - the main walls of the house are built from stone removed from the top of the hill, and much of the timber is locally grown.
From Beef Island guests are collected by our high-speed boats (before sundown) unless guests prefer to travel by helicopter directly to the Island.
www.privateislandsonline.com /neckerisland.htm   (901 words)

  
 Placencia, Belize - Serenade Island Resort and Guest House
SIR is a unique, privately owned five acre island, one of five tropical islands on the Sapodilla Range.
The island sits on the world’s largest living barrier reef in Southern Belize, approximately 26 miles from the mainland village of Placencia.
Serenade Guest House is centrally located on the famous sidewalk in the quiet Peninsula of Placencia village, only a few steps from the beach.
belizecayes.com   (207 words)

  
 Virgin Gorda Island - House
The house sits on three acres, nestled among some of the large boulders that the island is famous for, making it a very private residence.
The house is located on three acres of land and is very private.
The house has several decks with sea views and is nestled among some of the huge boulders that Virgin Gorda is famous for.
www.vrbo.com /106767   (569 words)

  
 Cotton House Resort - Mustique
The Cotton House Resort is located on renowned Mustique, a private island estate in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, West Indies.
The Cotton House underwent a full scale renovation and expansion project, completed in 2004, the restoration of an original Oliver Messel house to the "Coutinot House" which now boasts five of the most deluxe and distinctive rooms and suites.
Mustique is one of the most exclusive private islands in the world and the Cotton House is the island's only full-service hotel.
www.cottonhouseresort.com   (430 words)

  
 Why a Island House
A Caribbean Island House of Cayman Kai is a home owned by an individual who decorated and furnishes it usually as if they were going to live there full time so they can enjoy it when they are there and to the same high standards and likings that they do their own year around home.
The Island Houses of Cayman Kai" are a short walk from your front door across the road to Rum Point Beach!
A Caribbean Island House of Cayman Kai rental is a home owned by an individual who does not live in it year-round.
www.caymankaivacations.com /WhyaIslandHouse.htm   (1146 words)

  
 Island House Corp., Vieques, PR
Island House Corp., Vieques, PR Island House Corporation is a Puerto Rico Corporation that was founded in 1979.
The Corporation is the owner of property on the Island of Vieques, Puerto Rico in the fishing village of Esperanza, where the Trade Winds Guest House is located.
The Trade Winds is a 10 room Oceanside guesthouse with an open air bar and restaurant, that is currently owned and operated by Harry and Janet Washburn of North Conway, New Hampshire.
www.islandhousepr.com   (127 words)

  
 Harstene Island Beach House
A Washington vacation rental on Harstine Island in the south Puget Sound.
Welcome to the Harstine Island beach house located in the secluded and gated community of Hartstene Pointe.
Harstine Island is located in the south Puget Sound, two and a half hours and from Seattle and just over one hour from Tacoma, Olympia and Bremerton.
harstinehouse.com   (263 words)

  
 Wachapreague Island House
The Island House Restaurant is designed after the old Parramore Island Life Saving Station, which was built in the 1800s.
The Island House Restaurant is located across from the Wachapreague Motel.
In addition to the view from the dining room, you may also climb the spiral staircase to reach the lookout tower.
www.wachapreague.com /theislandhouse.html   (78 words)

  
 Island House - Grand Turk - Turks & Caicos Islands
Island House - Grand Turk - Turks & Caicos Islands
he Island House overlooks the broad expanse of North Creek and the turquoise sea beyond.
No search for elegant spacious accommodations on Grand Turk would be complete without first considering Island House, a delightful Mediterranean style inn.
www.islandhouse-tci.com   (183 words)

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