What it is:
A European-influenced home store with an adjacent cafe.
Where to find it:
On the calmer end of Newport’s busy Thames Street, look for Beaucoup Maison in the plaza abutting the Shell station. Striped awnings, bistro sets, and sometimes a blue Fiat confirm the location. And yes, there’s parking!
What makes it a Rhody Gem?
Beaucoup Maison owner Cheryl Guibone is an attorney-turned-entrepreneur with a lifelong love of Europe. Ambitious by nature, Guibone saw an opportunity to expand her already flourishing business Beaucoup Café by turning its once-small home section into a stylish store of its own. Originally called Guibone Living – and a few steps down the street – it’s now housed in the same building as the cafe; together the pair make a perfect destination for sipping lattes and shopping. Guibone sources inventory through her travels and various trade shows, reflected in merchandise that ranges from patterned textiles to light fixtures to coffee table books. Beyond decor, also find gifts, jewelry, and accessories. Adding to the joie de vivre is Guibone’s friendly staff who are as sunny as the stripes on the awnings outside.
580 Thames Street • 239-4877
Instagram: @beaucoup.maison
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