Belcourt of Newport
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Newport · Rhode Island · Houses & castles
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A grand estate with seasonal nighttime ghost-story walks.
Historical background
Belcourt is a former summer cottage designed by architect Richard Morris Hunt for Oliver Hazard Perry Belmont and located on Bellevue Avenue in Newport, Rhode Island, United States. Construction began in 1891 and completed in 1894, and it was intended to be used for only six to eight weeks of the year. Belcourt was designed in a multitude of European styles and periods; it features a heavy emphasis on French Renaissance and Gothic decor, with further borrowings from German, English, and Italian design. In the Gilded Age, the castle was noted for its extensive stables and carriage areas, which were incorporated into the main structure.
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The story behind the stop
A ghost tour is a storytelling or investigation experience; its availability and format can change. Read the source account ↗
Plan your visit
Arrange an authorized visit before traveling. Confirm the date, meeting point, minimum age, accessibility, and photography rules with the operator. Some experiences are seasonal or limited to scheduled groups.
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Prepared October 2, 2026. Opening hours, prices, access, and tour availability are not monitored in real time.
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