COURTSIDE 

“Courtside”- A handsome Victorian by Dudley Newton, a Newport renowned architect, was built in 1877 as a Church Rectory for Emmanuel Episcopal Church and was first occupied by Rev. Robert B. Peet. It continued to be a rector’s home for more than fifty years. In 1928 Courtside was purchased by Edward Berwind, the American coal baron and the owner of The Elms, one of the Summer Cottages of Newport Gilded Age. The Berwinds owned the house until 1962 and used it as a guest house. During World War II, Courtside was used by naval officers and in 1945 through 1959 by Mr. and Mrs. James J. Altemus. James Altemus served in the Navy during World War II and was a well known inventor and holder of several patents, including electric improvements for torpedoes and infrared device for de-icing aircraft. Restored by the current owners to its Victorian splendor, Courtside was featured in “Christmas in Newport”. This magnificent residence offers impeccable original details and woodwork, tall ceilings, stunning stair case and four beautiful fireplaces. Gracious living room has three large windows and fireplace. Cozy library with custom built book shelves and cabinets, and fireplace is very comfortable and inviting. Butler’s pantry connects formal dining room with spacious kitchen, designed in French country style with Quimper faience tile accent and tall custom cabinets. Master bedroom with beautiful new bathroom and walk-in closet and three additional bedrooms and stylish new bathroom, are on the second floor. Newly remodeled third floor features three lovely bedrooms and oversized bathroom with old claw tub, walk-in shower, sitting area and linen closet. Landscaped in Victorian style, the grounds offer complete privacy, spectacular gardens, fish pond with waterfall, cozy nooks and unique specimen trees. Adjacent to The Elms, in secluded setting off Bellevue Avenue, Courtside is conveniently located within short walk to all of Newport destinations.