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Listed price in listed location currency (USD).
$18,000,000

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MLS® 1411416

Overview

Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence
Levels Residential
Size 16601 sqft
Garage Yes
Taxes $78,115
Days Active 52
Lot Size 
Approx. Age 1929
Avg. Price Per Sqft $1,084
MLS® Number 1411416

Property Address: 601 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI, 02840-4276

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

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'- French for "Field of Sun" - is a masterpiece of timeless elegance. This landmark property is located at the South end of Bellevue Avenue on a privately sited estate and 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 and a custom paneled library that was imported and re-assembled on site. All new infrastructure with state-of-the-art HVAC and 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.
MLS® Number1411416
Laundry Level
Central VacNo
FireplaceYes
Acreage
Exterior
GarageYes
Approx. Age1929
BasementExterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Partially Finished
DrivewayAttached, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces
HeatForced Air, Gas, Zoned
A/CCentral Air

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Price History

Last Sold Price

$85,000$85K

Appreciation

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Avg. Days Listed

0 days

Today, For Sale for $18,000,000

For Sale · 52 days

$18,000,000

MLS® 1411416

2 months ago

Not Sold Yet

May 2026, Leased for $85,000

Leased · 0 days

$85,000

MLS® 1346507

2 months ago

Sold on Oct 23, 2023

  • May 6, 2026, Leased for $250,000

  • May 1, 2026, For Sale for $18,000,000

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