Last Listing description (March 2020)
Designed by an architect and delivered to finely detailed perfection, this elegantly renovated cottage is a masterful melding of old and new.
With the cafes, boutiques and quaint cobblestone laneways of Morpeth on its doorstep, the heritage home enjoys easy access to the key attractions of the quiet riverside village, while still enjoying the peace and privacy of its location.
Built in the early 1900s, the weatherboard and tile home has been masterfully updated inside and out to present in an immaculate condition, with a seamless blend of original features and a clean, modern style.
Elegant and sophisticated, with a neutral colour palette that retains its timeless appeal, the home has a light, bright and spacious interior that is a joy to behold.
With a shady bullnose verandah, wraparound timber deck and manicured cottage gardens, the facade of the home oozes character and charm, while period features inside including higher ceilings, decorative archways and a cast iron fireplace, help it to maintain its traditional appeal.
Redesigned for modern lifestyles, the home features a multitude of large and versatile living spaces that can be opened up and joined together through a series of bifold doors, making the home an entertainer's dream.
A set of timber framed glass stacker doors at the rear of the home create a seamless connection between the vast family room and the stunning alfresco area for the ultimate in indoor/outdoor living, while a glass door also provides access to this entertaining area from the kitchen for easy alfresco dining.
The kitchen is a showpiece of luxury and style, with sleek white cabinetry and a stunning marble splashback and benchtops complemented by top quality stainless steel appliances including an integrated wall oven, steamer, dishwasher and coffee machine.
The kitchen's inclusions are both practical and beautiful, such as the convenient roller door cupboard to keep the toaster and kettle out of sight, and the double basin ceramic sink with gooseneck mixer tap.
Timber floorboards add warmth and texture to the space while white plantation shutters and a Velux skylight provide the added extras that take this space to the next level.
The floorboards continue through to the adjacent family room and casual dining space creating a natural connection between the two areas, while plush carpet in the lounge room and formal dining room adds to the cosy, comfortable ambience of these zones.
A meticulous attention to detail has given the home a true sense of luxury, with custom cabinetry, an extensive use of marble, built-in speakers, skylights and plantation shutters throughout adding another level of sophistication to its overall presentation.
The home's two bathrooms are the epitome of opulence and style, featuring floor-to-ceiling marble tiles, frameless glass shower screens and mirrors, and stunning vanities with semi-recessed basins and underbench storage, while a European laundry within the ensuite is a chic design feature that makes the most of the space available.
The ensuite is the crowning glory of the master suite, which offers a perfect oasis for parents with its oversized proportions, luxurious walk-in wardrobe and direct access to both the front decked verandah from the bedroom itself and the rear alfresco area from the ensuite.
The home's other two bedrooms are equally impressive, with a built-in wardrobe and custom desk with surrounding cabinetry in one, and a cast iron fireplace with stunning marble mantel in the other.
The attention to detail has been continued in the external areas of the property, with lovely alfresco areas overlooking the beautifully designed gardens, which surround the home in a lush, green landscape.
The property features extensive, executive-level garaging suitable for four cars, which features a glass dividing panel to provide added protection from dust, while a large adjoining annex could cater for two additional vehicles or provide extra outdoor entertaining space.
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