3070 Q St Nw, Washington, DC 20007

This elegant 1894 home, located on a lovely block in Georgetown’s desirable East Village, and steps from restaurants and retailers, has high ceilings and four levels with stylish architectural details, large windows, and wood floors serviced by an energy efficient radiant heating system. This is a house for formal dinners and afternoon teas or family gatherings and children’s birthday parties. There is plenty of storage in the kitchen and a wonderful view of a very special garden. The house has a storied history. Located on the site of the former Francis Dodge family mansion, 3070 Q was built in its place after the Dodge mansion was torn down in 1893. Francis Dodge was a shipping magnate and the richest man in Georgetown at the time of his death. The first occupant of the house was George Washington Ball, the great grandnephew of President George Washington and the great grandson of George Mason of Gunston Hall. His wife, Mary Beverley Randolph, was first cousin to Robert E. Lee … read more …