Now converted exclusively for residential use, this elaborate Queen Anne barn recalls an era when significant outbuildings for large houses were often given the same level of design as the main house. Frederick E. Field was the architect for the house, which stood next door at number 65 until destroyed by fire in the mid-20th century. But how well this building holds its own on a street dominated by large houses! The prominent octagonal corner tower with candle-snuffer roof gives the building a strong presence, even set as far back from the street as it is. But that siting also allows for a terrace in front that still enjoys a modicum of privacy usually unavailable in this precinct.

The interior’s open plan allowed for creation of interesting spaces. The corner tower was adapted to accommodate the curving staircase. Where vehicles once entered on the west elevation, a bay window now allows light in and views out from the ample living room, which extends east into the library.

The property was home to Frank D. Simmons, principal in the coal and wood firm Robert B. Little & Co. After the main house was destroyed, Mr and Mrs Rupert Thompson engaged architect William D. Warner to convert the barn into this delightful residence.

— 2006 Festival of Historic Houses Guidebook

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63 F. D. Simmons Carriage House and Stable, c. 1903. Fred E. Field, architect. 2-1/2 stories; hip; brick and slate; bowed bay where stable doors were; vertical strip windows in base of capped tower with weathervane. Now converted to a residence.

— College Hill Historic District, National Register; 1976