Jay Civetti
601 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI, 02840
25 rooms
12 beds
10 Full / 3 Half baths
1929
Historic/Antique
16,601 sqft
Step into Gilded Age grandeur with this iconic French-style chateau, thoughtfully reimagined for modern luxury. Designed and commissioned for the Drexel family in 1929 by renowned architects Polhemus & Coffin, and inspired by 'La Lanterne' at Versailles, 'Champ Soleil' is a masterpiece of timeless elegance. Located at the South end of Bellevue Avenue this privately sited estate is set on close to 5 acres behind wrought-iron gates and specimen trees. The main residence offers approximately 13,428 square feet of refined interiors, the estate features 7 bedrooms and 8.3 baths, complemented by grand entertaining rooms, a paneled library, a home theatre, and fully modernized integrated high-end systems. The outdoor spaces include manicured gardens designed by landscape architect Unberto Innocenti, a croquet lawn, a 20' 40' pool, FAA approved heliport, large greenhouse, and expansive terraces for entertaining. A separate two-unit carriage house with additional 4 car garage and workshop on Coggeshall Avenue provide additional accommodations, while vacant land offers potential subdivision opportunity. Meticulously restored and modernized, Champ Soleil seamlessly blends historic character with today's luxurious comforts, preserving the splendor of Newport's legendary Gilded Age. A landmark estate representing a rare opportunity in one of America's premier coastal enclaves.
Status:
Active
Type:
Single-family residential
Zoning:
R60/R10
Garage:
7-car Attached, Detached, Garage
Heating:
Forced Air, Gas, Zoned
Cooling:
Central Air
Basement:
Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Partially Finished
Parking:
17-car
Acreage:
4.8
Est. Taxes:
$78,115
Assessment
$8,990,100
Construction
Drywall,Plaster,Wood Siding,Masonry
Utilities
Sewer Connected,Underground Utilities
Lot Description:
Private,Secluded
Amenities:
Golf, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Pool, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Court(s)
Days on Market:
10
Appliances:
Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
Pool:
In Ground
MLS #:
1411416
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