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Federation Homestead Circa 1910's + Self Contained Cottage

This delightful home has been stylishly and extensively renovated & retains many of its original features. It is situated handy to Newcastle (approx 20 mins), Maitland (approx 10 mins), Thornton shops, railway station & schools.This home is constructed of cavity brick with iron roof, typical of the era, with return verandah, enclosed as a sunroom on the east & open to north facing winter sun. The yard has numerous shrubs & trees giving the property a park like appearance. The property is on a large block of land approx. ¼ Acres (1121m²) and a corner block giving side street and a rear lane access as well. There may be the possibility of subdividing the cottage off the main house site. The owners have discussed this option with the Council in the past.This fine home has high ceilings, ornate plaster work, hardwood timber floors & trim work add character & warmth with French doors & fireplaces as you would expect in these lovely old lived homes- & you get that feeling the moment you walk in. A traditional hallway with front & back door at either end (breezeway effect) to make your home cool & inviting. There is air conditioning as well and verandahs and courtyards for living and entertaining at different ends of the home & garden to make the most of living, the seasons and the day light or evening. Three double size bedrooms, a formal lounge room, a separate formal dining room, traditional kitchen & bathroom, two sunrooms, a verandah & front, side & rear access. A large single garage/workshop with plenty of room for more garaging with ease. Ample room for that caravan/boat/trailer etc.As a bonus there is an as new self contained country style cottage (no maintenance style) with two bedrooms, light airy living & kitchen area. This cottage faces the side street and rear lane on the other side, has its own street access. Ideal as a rental proposition, granny flat, a studio, maybe a home office, teenagers retreat or family & friends or maybe a B&B. Tourism in the Hunter looking for more B&B’s all the time. So if any of these situations create an opportunity for you then give me a call to inspect or discuss this opportunity for you. Call our office today!

Real Estate Agent, Century 21 Ransom Real Estate

Property ID 51134
Agent: Greg Ransom ransomre@bigpond.net.au
Office: 02 49338011
Address: 127 Newcastle Road EAST MAITLAND Hunter & Newcastle