Salve Regina University and the Breakers
The most
beautiful section of Cliff Walk, from an archtectual point of view, is between
Narragansett Ave. and Ruggles Ave.
Most of this 3/4 mile stretch runs in front of the four waterfront mansions
that are now part of Salve Regina University: Ochre Point, Ochre Court, Cave
Cliff, and Vineland.
There are few
universities that can come close to the beauty of this combination of
well-cared-for grounds, buildings and ocean views. Directly south of the
University is The Breakers mansion.
Ochre Court is a Gothic French Chateau designed by Richard M. Hunt and is
second in size and grandeur only to the Breakers. This view is directly from
the paved Walk.
Vineland
Immediately south of the university is The Breakers, built by Cornelius
Vanderbilt. 
The
Italian Palace, based on plans by Richard M. Hunt, is the largest, and most
ornately decorated of the Newport Mansions.
Over 200 workmen worked on the mansion during 1893-1895.
There are great views of the ocean,
the mansions and the cliff sides. Right before and after hurricanes and storms
you can see why they called it the Breakers. Click
here for more Surfer Shots.Parking during the summer and weekends is available on Shepard Ave. and Webster St. which are both city streets.
During school days the university staff often fill the parking areas. Parking is also available on Narragansett Ave.
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