Distinctively iconic. Uniquely historic. This home was built in 1877 by John H. Balsley a master carpenter famous for inventing the practical, folding, wooden step ladder in 1862 (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_H._Balsley). The home recently renovated and reinvigorated bares witness to his success both as a master carpenter and entrepreneur. It boasts having an elegant dining room, a sumptuous parlor, the library room, a truly gourmet kitchen, six bedrooms, four and one half bathrooms. The third floor is a place of relaxation and rejuvenation boasting a sauna, a personal massage room, a water tile shower experience and a massage chair to ease those aches away! So much to see and plenty of spaces to relax in and enjoy! Set in the heart of Dayton's renaissance district. Where the past is honored, the present enjoyed and the future inspired. Inviting those who don't want to settle for ordinary
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