Character and convenience

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Whether you want to enjoy a short walk to the centre of Morpeth or sit back on your verandah and soak up the serenity of the location, this stunning Federation-style home offers a tranquil retreat with lashings of luxury.

Ideally positioned on the edge of Raworth, walking distance from the riverside village of Morpeth, this property offers the advantage of an elevated position with unobstructed views of the picturesque rural countryside that stretches out towards the banks of the Hunter River.

Wide verandahs wrapping around the front and side of this home provide the perfect spot to sit and relax with a cup of coffee while you watch the sun rise over the horizon, while sliding glass doors give direct access from this space to the two front bedrooms.

These bedrooms, including the expansive master suite, also make the most of their orientation, with the large glass doors creating the perfect picture frame for this stunning natural outlook.

The property includes three generously-proportioned bedrooms in total, which all feature expansive built-in wardrobes.

The wall between an original fourth smaller bedroom off the master suite has been removed to create a true parents' retreat, complete with the adjoining tranquil sitting room or huge walk-in dressing room for added storage. Long timber-framed windows topped by stunning leadlight panels add a touch of character to this additional space that allow plenty of natural light to flood into the room while also capturing the rural views.

Built in the 1900s, the weatherboard and iron roof home is certainly not short on character, from the decorative white timber balustrading along the verandah to the dramatic contrast of the dark timber front door, which is set off by brightly coloured panes of stunning leadlight.

Delicate pendant lights are also a feature of many rooms, as well as the front verandah, while the sandstone brick open fireplace makes a striking, rustic focal point in the main living area.

Hardwood timber floorboards add to the character of the property, providing a textured, warm contrast to the home's neutral colour palette, while decorative cornices in the entrance and living areas, leadlight windows and 10 foot ceilings provide additional period elements throughout.

Modern luxuries are also a feature of this home, especially in the stunning white-on-white kitchen, where elegant marble benchtops with waterfall ends on the kitchen island set the tone for a sleek, sophisticated space.

Matte finish subway tiles laid in a herringbone pattern provide a nod to the era of the home, while a large undermount porcelain sink with gooseneck mixer tap, and handle-free soft-closing cupboards and drawers add to the kitchen's luxe, minimalist look.

A Siemens integrated dishwasher, built-in stainless steel rangehood and Ariston 900mm gas five-burner cooktop and oven ensure the practicalities are well catered for, while a walk-in pantry with shelving provides plenty of additional storage.

Lashings of luxury have also been injected into the family bathroom, which features marble-look floor and wall tiles, an opulent walk-in shower with twin rainfall showerheads, and two elegant white countertop basins fixed to an antique-style timber vanity.

A large light-filled dining area and adjoining study or sitting room complete the living spaces at the rear of this home, with an open plan layout that connects to the kitchen for added practicality.

Another large window ensures the study is a light and bright space, while a solid timber door with a decorative glass and wrought iron panel provides another touch of character as well as direct access to the rear yard.

The versatile back yard has a range of spaces for open-air alfresco dining or outdoor seating, with a large gravel area where an inground pool had previously been installed offering an expansive space ripe for conversion into an outdoor entertaining area and fire pit.

Extensive areas of lawns and gardens, established trees and privacy hedging provide easy care landscaping for this expansive 2569sqm block, which offers plenty of room to extend the established vegetable garden and set up a chicken coop for self-sufficient living, or just provide ample space for children and pets to play.

The property is ideally located to take advantage of its prime position within minutes of the nearby village of Morpeth, where you can wander through the boutique shops and art galleries, stopping off for a bite to eat in one of the many cafes or historic pubs along the main street.

Those who enjoy a more active lifestyle can make the most of Morpeth's Queens Wharf jetty, which provides easy access to the Hunter River for fishing, boating or kayaking, while Morpeth also includes a range of essential services including a small supermarket, medical centre and primary school.

The major shopping destination of Stockland Green Hills and the revitalised city centre of Maitland are both around 10 minutes away, offering a diverse mix of retail, entertainment, professional services and healthcare providers.

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