85 Tea House Ln, Warwick, RI 02889
What's special
Set on the storied grounds of the historic Aldrich Estate, this extraordinary waterfront residence is a rare offering on the Rhode Island coast. A modern interpretation of Shingle Style architecture, the home draws inspiration from the grand summer cottages of Newport’s Gilded Age, honoring the past while embracing everyday coastal living. Water views unfold from nearly every room in the house. The interior showcases impressive craftsmanship throughout, including a chef’s kitchen with exceptional millwork and a handsome billiards room offering versatile potential as living space or a home office. The primary suite features its own private balcony overlooking the bay. Impressive hardscape, stone patios, and stone walls create effortless indoor-outdoor living, complemented by a screened porch and pergola. The three-car garage includes bonus space above with potential for an ADU or studio. A private deep-water dock with two lifts (boat and jet ski), electricity, and water offers effortless access to the bay. At the water’s edge, the surviving stone walls of the original Aldrich estate Tea House, the setting for Abby Aldrich’s 1901 wedding to John D. Rockefeller Jr., have been preserved and transformed into a striking entertaining space, with a deck and elevated observation platform offering sweeping views to the Newport Bridge, Jamestown, and the Mount Hope Bridge. Rich in heritage, this is a once-in-a-generation chance to own a piece of Warwick Neck’s Gilded Age legacy.
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- 2,038 |
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Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Amy Doorley-Lucas 401-935-7117,
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.,
Nicole Carstensen 401-633-5968,
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Second
Library
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Porch
- Level: First
Recreation room
- Level: Third
Heating
- Oil, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Wall (Wood), Stairs, Plumbing (Copper), Insulation (Ceiling), Insulation (Floors), Insulation (Walls), Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Utility
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,879
- Total interior livable area: 3,879 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,879
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Dock, Saltwater Front
Lot
- Size: 1.69 Acres
- Features: Security
Details
- Parcel number: WARWM381B0065L0000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Wood Wall(s), Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 400 Amps, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Municipal, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Highway Access, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
- Security: Security System Owned
- Subdivision: Warwick Neck
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $400 annually
Location
- Region: Warwick
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,160/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,722,400
- Annual tax amount: $25,940
- Date on market: 7/31/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000+1945.5%$1,160/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1419032 | ||
| 10/6/1997 | Sold | $220,000$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,923 | $1,722,400 |
| 2024 | $24,923 +2% | $1,722,400 |
| 2023 | $24,441 +9.6% | $1,722,400 +44.7% |
| 2022 | $22,291 | $1,190,100 |
| 2021 | $22,291 | $1,190,100 |
| 2020 | $22,291 +4.5% | $1,190,100 +4.5% |
| 2019 | $21,324 -11.4% | $1,138,500 -1.6% |
| 2018 | $24,078 +2.8% | $1,157,600 |
| 2017 | $23,430 | $1,157,600 |
| 2016 | $23,430 -2.5% | $1,157,600 0% |
| 2015 | $24,022 +3.4% | $1,157,700 |
| 2014 | $23,223 +1.4% | $1,157,700 |
| 2013 | $22,911 +5.6% | $1,157,700 -5.6% |
| 2011 | $21,699 +1.2% | $1,226,600 |
| 2010 | $21,441 -21.4% | $1,226,600 -36.4% |
| 2009 | $27,277 +5.4% | $1,929,100 |
| 2008 | $25,869 -3.5% | $1,929,100 +11.3% |
| 2007 | $26,801 | $1,733,600 |
| 2006 | $26,801 +4.4% | $1,733,600 |
| 2004 | $25,675 +30.3% | $1,733,600 +144.8% |
| 2003 | $19,709 | $708,200 |
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