Just a 3-minute walk from The History Museum at the Castle and 600 yards from Lawrence University, Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast features accommodations in Appleton, with a garden. This 3-star bed and breakfast offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. The bed and breakfast features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with bathrobes and walk-in shower. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Appleton, like skiing, cycling, and hiking. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Lambeau Field is 28 miles from Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast, while Fox Cities Stadium is 5 miles from the property. Outagamie County Regional Airport is 5.6 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
10
High score for Appleton
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shaun
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was in a lovely area near a park. Also very close to the downtown. The home was well maintained and comfortable.
  • Lamb
    United States of America United States of America
    The breakfast was fabulous! The room, location, and town were just lovely, as was the host! We would definitely stay here again!
  • Cindy
    United States of America United States of America
    We had a delicious homemade breakfast daily and our hosts were fantastic.
  • Carol
    United States of America United States of America
    The B&B was perfectly located, within walking distance of good restaurants and parks, and Lawrence College. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit with the owners. The breakfast was delicious and filling. The bed was just right- firm, but still...

Managed by Keith & Lori Hansen

Company review score: 10Based on 16 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Keith & Lori are the newest owners and innkeepers of the Franklin Street inn bed and breakfast, now entering its 23rd year of operation. We share in the preparation of our guest's full elegant breakfasts. Keith and Lori have both served in the hospitality industry previously and primarily worked in education for the past 25+ years. We hope to put people at ease, meet or exceed expectations for hospitality, and uphold a tradition of excellent innkeepers who have served guests here since 1994! Our wish is for all future guests to look forward to their stay at this inn, enjoy the experience, and leave with a positive memory. Our goal is to create a comfortable place where you can embrace our motto to “Come as a Guest, Leave as a Friend.”

Property info

We welcome you to be our guest at our restored 1897 Queen Anne Victorian home. The house is on the State Historical Record and mixes Victorian charm with the amenities you value most when you travel: private baths, top notch beds with luxurious bedding and pillows, elegant robes, free Wi-Fi, Smart TVs with cable, and comfortable sofas and easy chairs. Our full elegant breakfast is served to guests each morning in the formal dining room. You can also pamper yourself in one of our suites with a whirlpool and fireplace, and have your full elegant breakfast served in your suite.

Neighborhood info

The Inn is nestled in a charming neighborhood of historic homes being preserved for future generations. Our Inn is a short walk from City park, History Museum at the Castle, Trout Museum of Art, Lawrence University, the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, fine restaurants, City Center events and local shopping. We can also provide you with a walking tour of our historic neighborhood. We are located a short drive away from the Fox River Mall, Lambeau Field (home of the Green Bay Packers), the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Museum and summer show, several golf courses and beautiful Door County.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site
  • Walking tours
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Racquetball
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Tennis court
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Business Facilities

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 10 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

10 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per child, per night
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
$35 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note that if a guest has any dietary restrictions they will need to contact this bed and breakfast a minimum of 6-hours before check-in time with special requests.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast

  • Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Racquetball
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Walking tours
    • Aerobics
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Live music/Performance

  • Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast is 1,800 feet from the center of Appleton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast include:

    • Suite
    • Double