601 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
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601 Bellevue Avenue,Newport, RI 02840
$18,000,000
- 12 Beds
- 13 Baths
- 16,601 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: david huberman, paul leys
Office: gustave white sotheby's realty
MLS#:1411416
Source:RI_STATEWIDE
Price summary
- Price:$18,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,084.27
About this home
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....
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Home facts
- Year built:1929
- Listing ID #:1411416
- Added:210 day(s) ago
- Updated:May 14, 2026 at 02:00 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:12
- Total bathrooms:13
- Full bathrooms:10
- Half bathrooms:3
- Rooms Total:25
- Flooring:Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Marble, Parquet
- Bathrooms Description:Bathtub, Tub Shower
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Dry Bar, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Wet Bar
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Partially Finished
- Living area:16,601 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Gas, Zoned
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1929
- Building area:16,601 sq. ft.
- Lot area:4.8 Acres
- Lot Features:Private, Secluded
- Architectural Style:Historic Antique
- Construction Materials:Drywall, Masonry, Plaster, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Patio
- Foundation Description:Brick Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
- Levels:3 Story
Utilities
- Water:Connected, Underground Utilities
- Sewer:Connected, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$18,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,084.27
- Tax amount:$78,115 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Cathedral Ceilings, Cedar Closets, Gas Water Heater, Security System Owned, Storage
- Pool features:In Ground
Parking
- Total parking spaces:17
- Parking description:Attached, Detached, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:7
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