223843 LAKESHORE DRIVE, Wausau, WI 54401

Welcome to your dream lakefront home on beautiful Lake Wausau, a 1,851-acre recreational haven known for exceptional fishing, from musky and walleye to crappie, bass, and bluegill. Nestled in the heart of Rib Mountain, this property offers the perfect blend of modern comfort, classic character, and scenic tranquility with an amazing fishing spot right off the dock! Originally built in 1957, this thoughtfully updated and expanded home now features nearly 2,700 sq ft of finished living space after the addition was put on in 1995 including a great room with soaring 14-foot cathedral ceilings, a gas fireplace with detachable mantle and high-quality Andersen windows. Enjoy unobstructed sunset views over the water and the lush greens of the Wausau Country Club golf course right from your deck.,With A+ curb appeal, lovely landscaping, steel siding, brick accents on the exterior, & a covered front entryway, the first impression has that wow factor as you step inside to a spacious foyer and a wall of windows overlooking the waterfront! The desirable open concept floor plan lends itself nicely to entertaining from the kitchen with a snack bar, pantry closet, Featherstone cabinetry, included stainless appliances, and a kitchen window overlooking the water. A formal dining space in the addition sits on hardwood floors that also have convenient floor outlets for wonderful floor lamp positioning. A dinette seating area is just off the kitchen next to the triple patio door for yet another wall of windows for ultimate waterfront views. Make grilling easy with a natural gas line right off the deck and a step around the deck so there is a gradual transition between the deck and the beautifully maintained flat lawn with underground sprinklers for total enjoyment! The stairway down to the water leads to a permanent dock that stays in year-round for efficiency and convenience. Three bedrooms are located on the west side of the home including a primary suite featuring a walk-in closet, a wall cabinet, a separate closet and dual sinks with a private shower & water closet. There is plenty of space for any future renovation dream you have with this amazing en-suite! A second and third bedroom have a full bathroom in between with tile flooring. Solid 6-panel oak doors are showcased in the home along with Kohler toilets and faucets on the main floor, a testament to the home's quality finishes. A half bath between the front entry and mudroom is great for guests and adjacent to the main-floor laundry room which offers a utility sink, tile flooring and three closets! The finished and insulated garage has a heat register under the physical therapist approved stairs, pull-down attic storage, and easy access to a gas line in the lower level to tap into for the possibilities of a future garage heater! The lower-level family room is the perfect entertaining space and includes a pool table and accessories that can stay and is optional, along with a gas fireplace for a great ambiance. A half bath with pocket door is conveniently adjacent to the family room. A craft room or workshop (26x10 approx.) has sturdy cabinets ready and waiting for you to make this your own space complete with central vacuum. Incredible storage space is under the original section of the home and offers an additional workbench area. Major mechanical upgrades include a new furnace and A/C (2019), 200-amp electrical service, and a 50-gallon gas water heater (2016). Wildlife lovers will be delighted with frequent visits from deer, foxes, turkeys, eagles, and even a loyal mallard duck who returns each spring to nest and have her ducklings. Best of all, you?re just a short walk to a vibrant communi