Boston-based tea and china merchant, Robert M. Cushing.  Cushing was an incorporator of the Casino, Newport Country Club, 

and adjacent Bailey’s Beach.  This majestic oceanfront home is perfectly perched on one of Newport's most desirable peninsulas, 

overlooking The Atlantic Ocean.  This quintessential Newport “summer cottage” maintains spectacular water views 

from the stunning wrap around porch and from almost every room of the manse.Now 150 years later, Robert Cushing’s descendants 

still own the estate – relatively untouched, featuring original furnishings, beautiful papered walls, and unique artwork.

Most recently this historic estate’s exteriors were featured in the 2007 motion picture “The Evening.”“The Ledges” is available for rent 

for the 2018 season.  For additional details contact The Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty Rentals Department.