




6 Prices Cove Ave, Newport, RI, 02840
About This Home
"STONE HOUSE" located just off of Newport's historic Ocean Drive on the Prices Neck Peninsula the property spans from the Atlantic Ocean to Prices Neck Cove. Built in 1898 by famed photographer Ernest Walter Histed, the residence with its crenellated stone architecture has commanding views across beautifully manicured lawns, mature trees and gardens to the ocean and the cove. The interior is flooded with sunlight from oversized windows and doors. The breathtaking views from inside include expansive views of the private beach with rocky outcroppings with the ocean to the south, and the tranquil cove teeming with sea birds including giant blue herons, osprey and egrets. The expansive grounds include the stately 7-bedroom main residence, a charming guest cottage with adjacent gym & separate sauna. A private dock is tucked securely into Prices Neck cove along with two moorings. Offering exceptional privacy, this extraordinary property is a uniquely rare opportunity in one of the most sought-after areas of coastal Newport. ________________________________________
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1898
Materials
- Foundation: Mixed
- Construction materials: Masonry,Shingles
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater,Dishwasher,Dryer,Oven/Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Shower Stall
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s),Skylight,Stairs,Wet Bar,Plumbing (Copper),Plumbing (Mixed),Plumbing (PVC),Insulation (Unknown),Ceiling Fan(s),Sauna
- Door features: Storm Door(s)
- Window features: Storm Window(s),Skylight(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Brick,Stone
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 5,357
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Oil,Forced Water
- Cooling features: Wall Unit(s),Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 5,357
- Total interior livable area: 5,357 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM043B0029
- Zoning: R120
- Other equipment: Cable TV,Sauna
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront,Access,Beach,Dock,Mooring,Ocean Front,Saltwater Front,Walk to Salt Water,Walk To Water
Lot
- Lot size: 3.88 Acres
- Features: Local Historic District,Secluded
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Detached,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
