Character Filled Private Haven with Rare Potential

Secluded heritage charm on an elevated 886 m2 north facing parcel amid established gardens, the home retains many of its period features and delivers immediate family comfort with an exciting scope to extend. Approved council plans reconfigure the floorplan and add a new build that flows from the rear of the existing property while maintaining the heritage charm and façade.
Built in 1900, the home’s classic appeal is underscored by high ceilings, timber floors and window frames, and period details that provide character and warmth throughout. The house unfolds into a series of flexible and connected spaces, with the wraparound porch providing a favourite haven for breakfast or afternoon drinks “among the trees”. A generous eat in kitchen features western red cedar cabinetry and a view of the lush front garden through the original bay window.
Designed to maximise airflow and catch prevailing breezes from its elevated position, this charming home is enviably located within metres of Civic Park and surrounding galleries, library and theatre, within easy walking distance of the retail, cafes and nightlife of the city, Darby St, and Honeysuckle Precincts, and an easy stroll to King Edward Park and Newcastle Beach. It is also just minutes from the Junction and Market Town Shopping Centres.
Perfectly liveable as it is, with DA plans and boundless potential to improve, this property is perfect for buyers seeking a home with both exceptional privacy, and cafes, schools, galleries, parks, beaches and nightlife at your doorstep.

Additional features:
• Flexible floor plan with 4 potential bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, internal laundry, and several living spaces as well as a stunning wrap around veranda
• Council approved plans for new build at rear of the property and a sympathetic reconfiguration of the existing property that will create a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom, double garage home, with 2 living rooms and views to the coast
• Skylights in kitchen and family bathroom, split system AC in kitchen/dining, hardwood floors throughout
• Invisalign security doors
• New hot water system – istore 270L heat pump
• Elevated outlook toward Cooks Hill and Merewether from the rear of the home.
• Zoned for Newcastle East Public School (50m) and Newcastle High School (2.5km), Newcastle Grammar School (350 m)

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