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Newport,RI 02840
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 9,115 sqft
Price per Sqft $976
Subdivision Kay/Catherine
MLS Listing ID 1372675
Style Historic/Antique,Victorian
Bedrooms 15
Full Baths 12
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1873
Annual Tax Amount $18,391
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 0.360 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
In Newport a city where the extraordinary is the standard there are estates that merely impress, and then there is 43 Old Beach Road. Designed in 1873 by the legendary George Champlin Mason as his personal residence, this architectural jewel stands as a flawless testament to craftsmanship, heritage, and enduring elegance. From the moment you arrive at its private corner lot in the prestigious Top-of-the-Hill, the scene unfolds like a period film: the iconic three-story tower, the sweeping teak veranda, the timeless symmetry of Gilded Age design. Within its 9,100+ square feet, light spills across intricate millwork and soaring ceilings. Every one of the 15 ensuite bedrooms is a private sanctuary, marrying historic charm with modern indulgence clawfoot tubs, walk-in closets, and thoughtful restoration in every detail. Entertain in grand salons, retreat to the wine cellar or theater, or step into manicured gardens designed for refined gatherings. Once a celebrated bed and breakfast under a special use permit, the property now awaits approval for a rare 15-bedroom guesthouse designation an offering of potential unmatched in Newport. Private estate, boutique inn, or legacy investment the possibilities are as endless as the stories its walls could tell. Perfect is not an overstatement here. This is a home for those who understand that some opportunities do not come twice, and some addresses are written into history.
Location
State RI
County Newport
Community Kay/Catherine
Zoning R10
Interior
Heating Gas,Heat Pump,Steam,Zoned
Cooling Ductless,1 Unit,Central Air
Flooring Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Parquet,Wood,Carpet
Fireplaces Number 15
Fireplaces Type Insert,Gas,Masonry
Exterior
Exterior Feature Deck,Porch
Community Features Marina,Near Hospital,Near Schools,Public Transportation,Restaurant,Shopping,Tennis Court(s)
Utilities Available Sewer Connected
Waterfront Description Walk to Water
Building
Lot Description Corner Lot
Story 4
Foundation Stone
Sewer Connected
Water Connected
Structure Type Drywall,Plaster,Clapboard,Wood Siding
New Construction No
Others
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