The Kennedy Compound, purchased by JFK’s father Joseph B. Kennedy in 1928, is synonymous with the family’s legacy. The world-renowned estate has hosted generations of Kennedys and its beautiful grounds have seen everything from presidential campaigns to family celebrations. During John F. Kennedy’s presidency, the compound became known as the “seaside White House,” and he would frequently retreat to the Cape when he had tough decisions to make, according to the Cape Cod Times.
It is also where family members can come to mourn their losses. The passing of Ethel Kennedy earlier this month marked the end of an era–and her son, former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., was spotted at the home afterwards. Some may say, the Kennedy estate and political dynasty are perhaps as close to a royal family and castle as the U.S. has. And, the illustrious property’s direct neighbor, known as Port View, is newly up for sale.
Built in 1914, the 9,600-square-foot, seven-bedroom residence embodies historic Cape Cod grandeur with its weathered shingles and sweeping views of the Nantucket Sound. Priced at $19.8 million, the home features luxurious amenities, including formal living and dining rooms with fireplaces, a wood-paneled library, a game room, a large pool, a hot tub, fire pit, and a lawn overlooking the 500 feet of private beach. Not to mention, the property’s gated drive leads past rolling lawns originally designed by the Olmsted brothers, known for their naturalistic approach to design in landscapes including the National Mall in Washington, D.C., parts of the ground at Biltmore Estate, and various university campuses.
Brian Dougherty of Corcoran Property Advisors and Maggie Gold Seelig of MGS Group Real Estate share listing, which offers a neighborly glimpse into the life of one of the nation’s most prominent families. For American history buffs who can afford it, consider this your executive order to embrace life on the Cape.