$18,000,000

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'- 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.

Property facts

Property type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1929

Living area (sq ft)

16,601

Above-grade finished (sq ft)

15,461

Below-grade finished (sq ft)

1,140

Lot size (acres)

4.797

Total rooms

25

Stories

3

Garage spaces

7

Total parking

17

Annual taxes

$78,115

Tax year

2025

County

Newport

Features

Heating

Natural Gas, Central Air, Forced Air, Gas Connected, Zoned

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

Full, Interior and Exterior, Partially Finished, Laundry, Storage Space, Utility, Workout Room

Appliances

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

Interior

Wall (Cermaic), Wall (Dry Wall), Wall (Paneled), Wall (Plaster), Wall (Wood), Attic Storage, Cathedral Ceilings, Cedar Closet(s), Dry Bar, Stairs, Wet Bar, Plumbing (Copper), Plumbing (Galvanized), Plumbing (Mixed), Plumbing (PVC), Insulation (Ceiling), Insulation (Unknown), Insulation (Walls)

Fireplace

Brick, Stone

Parking

Attached, Detached

Construction

Ceramic, Dry Wall, Paneled, Plaster, Wood Wall(s), Masonry

Utilities

Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Waterfront

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

Patio

Lot

Local Historic District, Fenced, Other, Underground Utilities

Location