Home of the Day: Tuscan notes in Newport’s Crystal Cove

Clad in brick and stone, this Tuscan-style house behind gates in the Crystal Cove area is entered through a rustic courtyard with a fountain feature. Interior finishes include arched doorways, wrought iron fixtures and a range of Travertine, marble and parquet floors. Outdoors, an infinity-edge pool with a raised spa extends towards the coastline.

Location: 27 Tide Watch, Newport Coast, 92657

Price: $8.498 million

Year built: 2008

House size: 6,427 square feet, six bedrooms, six bathrooms

Lot size: 0.56 acres

Features: Arched ceilings and doorways, custom millwork, Travertine, marble, wood floors, courtyard entry, formal living room with fireplace, wood-paneled office, media room, guest casita, loggia with outdoor fireplace, infinity-edge pool and spa, stone fountains, ocean views

About the area: The median sale price in the 92657 ZIP Code in April was $2.758 million based on 23 sales, according to CoreLogic. That was a 28.8% drop in median price when compared to the previous year.

Agents: John Cain, HOM Sotheby’s International Realty, (949) 478-7772

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