This one-of-a-kind house was built by architect Horace Trumbauer in 1901, modeled after the mid-18th century French chateau d’Asnieres (c.1750) outside Paris, France.
With 60,000 sq. ft. of living space and 48 rooms including a grand ballroom, library and conservatory situated on 10 lush, perfectly landscaped acres, this is one spectacular mansion.
It’s hard to believe the residence started out as a “summer cottage” for coal baron Edward Julius Berwind! To illustrate the enormity of the mansion and his lifestyle, he once employed 40 servants who resided on the 16-room third floor.
Today, the home is a major tourist attraction, as well as being listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Have you guessed the name of this home? If not, it is…
The Elms, one of the most famous mansions in Newport, R.I.
If living in or visiting New England and haven’t seen The Elms yet, be sure to include it on your future travel list!
The Elms is located at 367 Bellevue Ave. in Newport, RI. Tel. Web site: https://www.newportmansions.org/explore/the-elms . Tel. (401) 847-1000. Because of The Pandemic, always call ahead to get the latest status on operating hours and also check out the State of Rhode Island’s Department of Health web site for COVID-19 travel information pertaining to residents and visitors
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