T he William Rhode’s house, an approved member inn of the Wisconsin bed and breakfast association, is ideally located in the quiet and safe downtown historical city park neighborhood. We are only steps from Appleton City Park with the impressive “Ring Dance” sculpture by Dallas Anderson resting in the center of a fountain featuring six bronze children playing an old game enjoyed by African children. Then with an easy two block walk to the College Ave., you will arrive at the downtown specialty shops, finest restaurants, The History Museum at the Castle, Appleton Art Center, and Lawrence University. If you have time to exercise, then why not enjoy the scenic Fox River walking and biking trail only four blocks from the inn? Our guests have found that our location has great appeal! Our location in downtown Appleton is at the heart of many varied attractions with easy access to the interstate roads.

Our Appleton, WI bed and breakfast inn features four elegant theme guest rooms and suites. Our wish was to offer our guests luxurious modern amenities in a comfortable and unique lodging setting. Each suite offers a cozy fireplace, two person whirlpool, and queen size bed. Each room and suite has its own private bath and central air-conditioning. All guest rooms are tastefully decorated with period antiques and modern amenities. Here is a brief sample of the personality of each to help you select a match to your desires:

• Turret Suite Royale - be the king and the queen of this full floor castle…it is as enchanting as it suggests… tis your crowning experience…and they lived happily ever after.
   

• Franklin Grand Suite - a romantic retreat to experience today’s luxury life style in the elegance of the nineteenth century.
   

• Rhodes Room - a quaint and cozy room which radiates the morning light from several windows.
   

• Lawrence Room - provides Victorian charm while matching a variety of guests needs with our aim for your comfort.

Your stay at the Franklin Street Inn includes our tempting, gourmet breakfast typically served at your convenience between 8:00 and 9:00. Our breakfast recipes come from the cookbook that Judy published. Special serving times can be arranged for early departures or for those who like to sleep in. You can enjoy your breakfast in the formal dining room with the ambiance of the 19th century or in the privacy of your suite.

Typically when guests arrive, they comment on the aroma of their home baked treat prepared especially for them. Of course, complimentary beverages are available anytime. An early morning coffee and tea energizer is just one way that we offer customer service. It is our pleasure to accommodate any special requests during your stay. Please ask in advance so we can make the necessary arrangements.

Plan a visit to our 1897 home so you will always imagine … discovering Appleton’s best-kept secret … a city that makes your dreams a reality…one stay creating a thousand memories…dignified charm in exceptionally well-appointed guest rooms…appetizing aromas drifting from the kitchen … it’s not just a getaway, it’s an enchanting experience … hospitality where you enter as strangers and leave as friends.

The Franklin Street Inn Victorian B&B welcomes you home to retreat, relax, reconnect, and rejuvenate…an experience to surpass the ordinary!