A Prestigious Compound

Jackie Kennedy's Georgetown estate

Built in 1794, the main residence has been lovingly maintained to highlight the impressive examples of custom millwork and moldings. Courtesy of Sean Shanahan, Elle Pouchetages, toptenreastatedeals.com

Following the tragic death of President John F. Kennedy, his widow, Jacqueline Kennedy, moved from the White House to an 18th-century Georgetown residence known as the Baker House to serve as home for her and her young children. Known for her oversized sunglasses, unerring sense of style, and unflappable quiet elegance, in addition to her career as a book editor, Jackie was an active proponent of preserving historically important homes and buildings, making this property a great choice.

The Kennedys, after building this Federal-style architecture, moved after only a year due to paparazzi. Courtesy of Sean Shanahan, Elle Pouchetages, toptenreastatedeals.com

Built in 1794 as an example of Federal-style architecture, in addition to the Kennedys, the residence at 3017 N Street NW also has been called home by Georgetown’s Mayor Thomas Beall (1748–1819), Secretary of War Newton D. Baker (1871–1937), and Miss America 1951 Yolande Betbeze Fox (1928–2016). Not surprisingly, Baker House is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Sadly, to escape the paparazzi, the Kennedy family moved after only a year.

The spacious suite's unique features include the fireplace surrounds and exquisite woodworking. Courtesy of Sean Shanahan, Elle Pouchetages, toptenreastatedeals.com

In 2017, this home was connected to the adjacent two homes: 3009 N Street NW, a three-bedroom, 3 1/2-bath home built in 1950 as a modernist brick and concrete structure, and 3003 N Street NW, a five-bedroom, 3 1/2-bath home built in 1880. The 16,300-square-foot compound of three houses that now constitute Baker House has a total of 13 bedrooms, 13 full baths, and five half-baths, making it an ideal choice for a corporate retreat, a large family, or owners who enjoy hosting guests, in addition to being a national treasure.

The property combines a sense of history and elegance with the practicality of a massive estate. Courtesy of Sean Shanahan, Elle Pouchetages, toptenreastatedeals.com

The main house in which the Kennedys resided has been studiously maintained over the years. The home features a grand main reception hall, numerous original fireplace surrounds, and elegant wood moldings throughout. The spacious primary suite on the second floor features parquet flooring, a private balcony overlooking the rear gardens, and a spa-quality bath. Four additional bedrooms, all with private baths, and the lofted observation deck are located on the third floor. A tunnel connects all three homes to a three-car garage.

Georgetown Estate Washington, D.C. $26.5 million

• 16,300 square feet • 13 bedrooms • 13 full, 5 half-baths • 0.33 acres

Key Features: Listed on National Register of Historic Places Tunnel connects the homes to the garage Impressive provenance

Agent Jonathan Taylor TTR Sotheby’s Int’l Realty 202-333-1212