701 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Custom Home Realty
Listed by: kate leonard
Office: lila delman compass
MLS#:1416450
Source:RI_STATEWIDE
Price summary
- Price:$10,500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,185.9
About this home
"Roselawn" is a landmark Gothic/Revival/Italian Villa estate that was later extended by George Champlin Mason. It is sited on Bellevue Avenue at the entrance to Ocean Drive within walking distance to Bailey's Beach or public Bellevue South Beach. This beautifully maintained house is set back from the road for complete privacy. It has exquisite original details throughout. In addition to the main house there is a carriage house with parking for 4 cars and an apartment for guest quarters, family, or staff. The 1.44 acre grounds are manicured with mature plantings.
The main house is introduced by a gracious entry with handsome flooring that gives way to a library, a formal LR, DR, a fireplaced family room, an office, and sunroom. The fully equipped kitchen has an abutting butler's pantry. There is detailed woodwork throughout.
The second floor master bedroom suite has a peaceful sitting room, a marble fireplace, a sunroom, and a private lift from the first floor. Also on this floor are 3 additional bedrooms and baths. Access is also available to an apartment for family or nanny.
The third floor has 3 additional bedrooms, a laundry, and bath.
Porches offer covered outdoor space at this compound. The estate's ample guest quarters include living quarters for family or friends. Views of the ocean and a white sandy beach are a short stroll away....
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Home facts
- Year built:1880
- Listing ID #:1416450
- Added:10 day(s) ago
- Updated:July 23, 2026 at 07:32 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:7
- Total bathrooms:7
- Full bathrooms:6
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:15
- Flooring:Hardwood, Marble, Parquet
- Bathrooms Description:Bathtub, Tub Shower
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Full, Interior Entry, Partially Finished
- Living area:8,854 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Gas, Hot Water, Zoned
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1880
- Building area:8,854 sq. ft.
- Lot area:1.44 Acres
- Lot Features:Private, Secluded
- Architectural Style:Historic Antique
- Construction Materials:Plaster, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Patio
- Levels:3 Story
Utilities
- Water:Connected, Public
- Sewer:Connected, Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$10,500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,185.9
- Tax amount:$51,366 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Gas Water Heater, Storage
Parking
- Total parking spaces:12
- Parking description:Detached, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:4
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