Welcome to Newport island; the oldest of Newport beach’s 7 islands, and revered by many as the most charming of all. This newly constructed beach cottage property consists of a 1662 sf main house, a smartly efficient 591 sf garage apt., rooftop viewing deck, private backyard area & a most coveted 4-vehicle garage w/epoxy floor. The architecture & floorplans were designed borrowing from local vernacular traditions of the past. Elements reminiscent of nature’s coast were introduced, combined with an understated twist of embracing today’s modern style for casual living. Thoughtful fine details such as surfaces, appliances, fixtures & home technology are noticed throughout. The main house has an open main living area on level 1 w/ dr, kitchen, fr, ba, br (staged as an office), & laundry rm w/lots of cabinetry. As you enter, a majestic ceiling is adorned with walls of windows that welcome morning sunlight, & provide illumination to the dr, kitchen & upstairs nearly all day. On the 2nd level are 2 bedrooms, full ba, mbr w/spacious ensuite ba & walk-in closet. The apt. Is brilliantly designed for maximum comfort, whether used for rental, guests, or home office. A spiral staircase leads to a rooftop viewing deck; ample space for entertaining or private relaxation. Ideal location; steps to parks, canal, beach, upscale boutiques, fine dining, art galleries, movie theater, and market; all within walking or bicycling distance. If there is but one word, to sum up this property, it is ‘swoon-worthy’!