Located half a block from downtown Grinnell, one block from Grinnell College, two blocks from Central Park, and within the North Grinnell Historic District, this massive two story home presents an exceptional restoration opportunity. Owned by one family since the 1950s and formerly the Grinnell Historic Museum, the property retains tremendous scale and structural integrity. The main level opens into a large foyer featuring a dramatic front staircase, leading into a grand parlor, an expansive living room, a back parlor, and a formal dining room. Architectural features include original quarter sawn oak flooring, custom woodwork, high ceilings, period light fixtures, leaded glass windows, and coal style iron fireplaces. The original kitchen provides a complete blank canvas alongside a private butler staircase to the upper level. Upstairs contains five plus bedrooms, a classic sleeping porch, and a vintage (nonfunctional) full bathroom anchored by a original cast iron slipper tub. A full walk up attic offers more opportunity to add additional finished space. Modern comforts include central air conditioning and a hot water boiler installed within the last few years. Plumbing above the basement remains untouched. Exterior assets feature concrete driveway, A large manicured lawn and an oversized two plus car carriage house with its own full attic space for storage or studio use. This house is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity! Make the call. Setup your appointment.