922 FRANKLIN STREET
Wausau, WI 54403

This stunning Colonial-style home, designed by the esteemed architect H.H. Waterman, is located in the heart of the Historic District. The property is a perfect merging of classic design and modern amenities, boasting three levels of spacious living areas of over 4200 square feet with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. As you step inside the home, you will be welcomed by a grand foyer with herringbone brick flooring and a craftsman-style staircase. The interior has been recently painted in a beautiful Benjamin Moore linen white, allowing the striking woodwork and architectural details to take center stage. Noticing details such as the hardwood floors, beautiful vent covers, door hardware, and many original light fixtures. Functional picture moldings help preserve the plaster which is a unique feature of its kind. The gathering room is a wonderful centerpiece of the home, complete with a grand fireplace, beautiful woodwork and built-ins, plus ample space to accommodate distinct seating areas or perhaps a baby grand piano.,French doors lead to the sunroom, which features built-in cabinetry and three walls of windows that let in plenty of natural light and provide access to the fenced yard and gardens. The main floor also hosts a cozy library with floor to ceiling built-ins, a dining room perfect for entertaining, and a bright & cheerful contemporary kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas range, breakfast nook, and access to the deck and backyard. Upstairs, you will discover four generous bedrooms, including the primary suite equipped with dual closets in the spacious dressing room, and a full bath ensuite. Three additional bedrooms each with plenty of storage and display areas. A full bath with an adjoining laundry room serves this level. A powder room situated at the base of the stairs caters to the main floor. The lower level of the home with walk-out entrance underwent a complete renovation in 2006 and has been transformed into a stunning oasis with a wet bar/kitchenette, dining/game area, media area with surround sound, foyer with built-ins, bench seating, and herringbone brick floor has been repeated. Additionally, a full bath with beautiful tile, and the second laundry room with a stacked washer/dryer, counter space, and utility sink. Completing this level is a fitness/studio room with a mirrored wall and barre plus the mechanicals room & a storage room. This property is equipped with two furnaces that offer zoned heating/cooling. The lower-level features hydronic in-floor heat that was specifically designed with the renovations. Various updates and maintenance tasks have been tended to, including electrical service upgrades, roof replacement for both the house and garage in 2009, and masonry tuckpointing in 2009. You can enjoy spending time outdoors on the spacious, well-maintained wooden deck that connects to the charming, landscaped yard with beautiful heirloom plantings. The yard is enclosed with a new vinyl privacy fence, providing you with a private retreat. The home's prime location is in proximity to a variety of local attractions, such as the 400 block, the river-life district, shopping, restaurants, and the Grand Theater, which hosts national entertainment. This home is more than just a beautiful residence; it is a space that inspires a sense of awe and appreciation for the finer things in life. Some of the furniture could be negotiable. Items not included: drapery panels, mirror in primary bath, front doorbell/cam, lower entryway camera.