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Alpena,MI 49707
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 7,443 sqft
Price per Sqft $374
Subdivision Alpena
MLS Listing ID 20240091066
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1902
Annual Tax Amount $10,494
Lot Size 0.420 Acres
Property Description
THE CASTLE, like no other! Extraordinary with unsurpassed artistry, prime location within the City of Alpena, Michigan w/gorgeous Lake Huron views. The Castle embodies timeless architecture w/the preservation design for present day lifestyles. Enjoy a piece of history w/this restored stunning Victorian stone home, featuring ornate woodwork, leaded glass windows, & wraparound porch. The home originally built for Charles Henry, a Michigan State Senator in 1902. The original design was based on architect H.H. Richardson's Victorian Romanesque style. The interior design was done by Marshall Fields of Chicago, Il ,who hired an artist from New York to paint oil on canvas murals on all the dining rm walls. This property is being sold Turnkey w/hand carved solid wood furniture, artwork, area rugs, & lamps included in sale. Convenient to this location is the municipal owned waterfront boat harbor across the street featuring rental boat slips, as well as tennis courts, park, band shell, & public beach. Alpena is also home to the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary & Underwater Preserve consisting of 4,300 square miles. Note the exquisite hardwood flooring thru out & leaded glass accent windows. Hand carved stairwell & cornices show the craftsmanship of that period. There are 3 unique fireplaces; in the foyer sitting rm, library, & dining rm. The open flow of the great rm offers a window turret area, original Waterford crystal chandelier & large entertaining space. The library with stunning carved partner desk. The dining rm is off the foyer w/a beautiful hand painted oil on canvas wall mural. The kitchen is designed for contemporary living with newer cabinetry and stainless appliances. There is a breakfast area in the kitchen overlooking the elevated patio for casual outdoor dining & renovated 1st floor powder rm. Second level offers 5 bedrms which include staged bedding. The Primary bathroom suite is updated. Third level is a bonus rm w/plenty of extra space. Property is also City zoned as a Bed & Breakfast.
Location
State MI
County Alpena
Interior
Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Type Formal Dining
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio,Porch(es),Tennis Court(s)
Parking Features Attached,Carport,Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces 1.5
Utilities Available High-Speed Internet
View Y/N No
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Lot Description Corner Lot
Story 3
Sewer Public
Water Public
Structure Type Stone
Schools
School District Alpena
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional