baker–st. john house is a historic home located near abingdon, washington county, virginia. it was built about 1866, and is a 2 1/2-story, frame dwelling with italianate and greek revival stylistic elements. it sits on a limestone foundation and has a cross-gable roof. it features paired brackets along the cornice line of the house, decorative sawn brackets on the porch supports, and an extended bay window.