2 Sunshine CT Newport, RI 02840

Built in 1880 and tastefully updated this alluring home in Newport's coveted Point area puts you in walking distance to all the cities coastal gems, including the harbor front. Perfect for seasonal or year-round living this classic shingle style home has off street parking and a secluded outdoor garden and sitting area with an outdoor fireplace. The garden cottage is approved for city water & sewer connection. The possibilities for use of the space are endless; perhaps extend your backyard entertaining area, convert to a guest house, or an art studio. The homes instantly eye-pleasing design inside is graced by period work and a double sided fireplace on view from both the kitchen and the living room. Upstairs three bedrooms including a vaulted ceiling primary suite create perfect retreats after days of sun, boating, dining and all other joys of Aquidneck Island. New electric, plumbing forced hot air furnace and insulation lend extra peace of mind with recent repainting re-staining inside and out and a newer fence add fresh modern appeal. Fun fact the house has a secret space once used in prohibition times accessible by a floor panel, current use a wine cellar. You'll be just blocks from the best Newport eateries, the waterfront, walk to Broadway, scenic Kings Park and lively Thames Street all walkable destinations.