$10,500,000

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.

Property facts

Property type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1880

Living area (sq ft)

8,854

Above-grade finished (sq ft)

8,654

Below-grade finished (sq ft)

200

Lot size (acres)

1.44

Total rooms

15

Stories

3

Garage spaces

4

Total parking

12

Annual taxes

$51,366

Tax year

2026

HOA / condo fee

$0

Neighborhood

Bellevue / Ocean Drive

County

Newport

Features

Heating

Natural Gas, Forced Water, Zoned

Cooling

None

Basement

Full, Interior Only, Partially Finished

Appliances

Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater

Interior

Wall (Cermaic), Wall (Plaster), Attic, Attic Storage, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)

Fireplace

Marble, Wood Frame

Parking

Detached

Construction

Ceramic, Plaster, Wood

Utilities

Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Sewer

Public Sewer, Public

Water

Municipal

Waterfront

Saltwater View, Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water

Community

Bus, Golf, Hospital, Marina, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis

Exterior

Guest House, Patio

Lot

Local Historic District, Other

Location