18 Hill Street

Belmont NSW 2280

There's an almost English or American Grand Old Estate feel, where the approach to the property is half the pleasure of visiting the home, where you're intrigued about what is to come, and you can't wait to see inside, because from outside, very little is given away.

A truly sublime, corner setting, towards the top of the hill, with an incredible set back from the road, the elevation guarantees you outlooks to beautiful scenery from every vantage point, and the set back and orientation means your privacy is assured.

Located well away from traffic, almost backing on to acreage, there are really very few neighbours here, and you feel a sense of escaping “The Burbs”, and living amongst the trees, with genuine ocean views to the East, enjoying snippet Lake views, from inside and out as well.

Beyond the street appeal and idyllic location, the residence itself has been exquisitely renovated inside, with an attention to detail and a commitment to quality you will love.

The design brief was clear from the outset … create a relaxed home, where once you step inside, the weight of the world, and everyday life is lifted off your shoulders and disappears.

The idea was to capture the magic you feel when you are on holidays, at home, re-creating luxury spaces inspired by travel and dream destinations that you can enjoy everyday, with loved ones, and share collectively with extended family and friends too.

Beyond transforming the existing home, to something almost unrecognisable inside and out, the owners went much further.

Adding a resort like, self cleaning pool, and a completely bespoke poolside entertainment area, which have many a time been the backdrop to a very much loved local swimwear company's advertising campaigns.

In fact this home has quite a bit of notoriety about it, appearing in the Newcastle Herald with an article titled, “Inside this stunning Belmont home that feels like a luxury private resort”, along with a Newcastle Weekly feature titled, “Holidaying at home in the coastal abode”, whilst also featuring in Facebook's “Newcastle Gardens Awards”.

It even has its own Instagram profile … the coastal abode.

Whilst 100% deserving of all this special attention, the property itself is purposefully private, with a lot of mystery and allure, with only those invited inside, allowed to really get to know her.

Once you are inside, Goldilocks references come to mind … Not too big, not too small, but rather Just Right …

The home seems to fit like a glove, with a warmth and ambience that is hard to capture in words or even photos.

The quality is very much a signature of the renovation, with so much thought given to each and every space.

Designed for everyday living all on the one upper level, the proportions are perfect and there's a special relationship between the indoor and outdoor spaces.

The timeless, classic designer kitchen, with its stretching forever island bench, complete with wine fridge, and genuine butler's pantry is truly mesmerising.

You could say the stellar kitchen is the star of this now super luxe, spacious and open living, once a myriad of smaller rooms, but in all honesty, there are so many stars in this beautiful lounge and dining landscape, that it's hard to pick just one.

Spend nights cosying up to the feature fire, days out on the decks, chasing sun in winter and shade in summer, daydreaming away to a backdrop of leafy vistas from almost every space, inside and out, with a watery backdrop of ocean and lake being another lovely bonus feature of the property.

Appreciate a private, yet very charismatic entry that splits the everyday living and entertaining areas to one side, and the 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms dedicated separate wing to the other.

Expect spacious bedrooms, each with their own coastal special touches, the master enjoying a lovely Lake view, walk in robe and ensuite.

Discover the exquisite master bathroom, where you will have to pick your jaw up off the floor, thanks to its craftsman-like special finishes, and delicious lighting that culminate in a real sight to behold.

You honestly feel like you're in a high end wellness retreat, where atmosphere and relaxation are the only priorities.

Just as the stunning entry splits the expansive and delightful light-filled living from the bedrooms and bathrooms wing up on the main entry level, it also divides the main house from a whole extra dimension that opens up downstairs.

For those families who need that critical second living or extra entertaining space inside, as well as overflow sleeping quarters for guests, or for those with children who won't leave home or keep coming back, or perhaps those keen to explore a little Air BNB income, this virtually self contained space is fabulous.

With its own separate entry, there's plenty of room for lounging, dining, partying and sleeping, with its own shower and toilet, and the laundry doubling as a wonderful kitchenette.

Spilling out to an easy care gorgeous lawn and the sunken pool deck, the vistas from here are just breathtaking.

The owners Air BNB interests were very serious, so much so they had plans approved for an additional bedroom and ensuite bathroom on this lower level, with upstairs creating a sizeable additional deck, opening off the luxe kitchen and wrapping around to meet the existing return decks, with stairs down to the pool area and backyard.

Planned to be their forever home, the owners are still coming to terms with the sense of loss they feel walking away from this love affair property of theirs.

An unexpected change of circumstances sees them leaving, hoping someone else will truly enjoy and appreciate this very special home as much as they have.

From the Goldilocks reference, to the perfect proportions of this captivating home, “it's just right” in so many other ways too ….

Luxe Kitchen Boasts ….

Quality 40mm “Calcutta Nuevo” Caesarstone Island Bench & splashback
6 metres of engineered stone rear bench space in 20mm “Alpine White”
Custom made hand painted cabinetry in Natural White delightful finish
High end, world renowned, Blum soft close endless drawers & cabinetry
Four integrated garbage bins for rubbish, recycling & green waste
Butler's pantry with sensor lighting, second sink & microwave provision
Plus cafe style shelving, 3 section pantry & powered utility cupboard
Top of the range 900mm wide, amazing 6 zones induction cooktop
Raised Siemens steam oven & high end separate convection wall oven
High performance underbench Miele integrated dishwasher
Quality Reece “Scala” tapware features on the island bench
Under bench mood lighting & overhead task lighting with downlights
Plantation shutters fabulously finish the extensive North facing windows

Entry Level Living Boasts:

Top of the line engineered timber floorboards in “Pale Oak” from Woodcut
Freshly painted Dulux Natural White walls that compliment the flooring
Coastal style feature wall panelling, for delicious contrast, texture & mood
Feature Lighting with rubbed plaster wall sconces & LED downlighting
Enchanting floor to ceiling, full of volume quality sheer window coverings
Gorgeous Escea gas fireplace in stunning feature timber panel setting
Top of the line Daiken ducted, all season, zoned air conditioning & ceiling fan
Large new louvre windows to let in the light & refreshing ocean breezes

Retreat Like Bathroom Boasts ….

The most mouth watering feature Venetian Plaster from La Casa and Co
Natural Travertine tiles
1800mm American Oak Vanity from Loughlin Furniture
Limestone twin basins from Natural Stone Bathworx
Quality Reece “Scala” aged brass tapware
Quality Reece “Scala” aged brass rain showerhead with handheld shower
Dual heat lamps & feature lighting
Scandiluxe timber towel hooks & toilet roll holder
Located in private bedrooms & bathrooms wing away from the living areas

King & Queen Bedrooms Boast ...

Built in robes with classic Stegbar quality doors & joinery
Plantation shutters
Ceiling fans
Master with lake views, walk in robe & ensuite

Personal Ensuite Boasts ...

Honed Bluestone hexagon tiles
Reece quality heated towel rails
Reece quality “Scala” tapware
Full floor to ceiling wall tiles

Second Living & Almost Self Contained Guest Accommodation Boasts ...

Internal access from the main house
External access for your visitors or Air BNB guests
Laundry come kitchenette
Own shower & Toilet
Lots of storage, under stairs & built in
Direct access & lovely outlook to the East facing backyard & stunning pool area

New Resort Like Private Pool & Entertainment Deck Boasts ....

5m x 3.4m self-cleaning plunge pool by Compass Pools
Provisions installed to allow addition of pool heater
Silver travertine drop edge tiles from Lithic
Historic recycled timber decking from Garden Island Naval Base on Sydney Harbour
Historic recycled timber posts from railway bridge in Coffs Harbour
Mediterranean inspired pool area & cabana
Hot & Cold Outdoor shower

Wonderful Lake Side Winter Front Garden Boasts ...

Handmade Portuguese Pizza Oven
Recycled concrete trough hand basin
Italian tiles from Sunshine Living Tile and Stone
Lush but extremely low maintenance tropical garden
Exterior Wall lights
Private fire pit area perfect for watching the kids play or the sun set over the Lake

Additional Points of Interest Include ....

Fabulous Internet/Connectivity with fibre to the premises

Double garage plus small workshop with automatic door & internal access

Set back from road, with plenty of off street parking & room for a caravan & or boat storage at the side of the house

Large Cellar/Storage Room & massive under house storage with large mezzanine shelf

Utilities and services area full length of the rear side of the house

Corner block with only one neighbour

Lake glimpses and ocean views

Leafy aspect from almost every room

Council reserve out front, feels like an extension of the property, adding space & privacy

All the details add up to an overwhelming and impressive list, but nothing surpasses the Fairytale feel, so please come along and let your Goldilocks moment begin, because this is the one and it definitely feels "Just Right"!