If you've been dreaming of a country lifestyle but would still like to be close to the coast and be able to get to the city and further afield easily, then put this property on your must-see list. Sitting on 2 acres just 30km from the centre of Newcastle, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom home gives you the feeling of being away from it all, yet within 30 minutes you can be on the beach or in the Hunter Valley vineyards, or in less than 2 minutes, driving the Pacific Highway to Sydney. Positioned on an elevated parcel commanding northerly views across rolling green pastures towards the historic township of East Maitland, this home blends country charm with an elegant Hamptons style. Renovated throughout, the effortlessly stylish interiors flow over a single level, where a smartly updated open plan kitchen creates a hub for social gatherings or family interaction. Set against an idyllic rural backdrop, the living zones are awash with natural light featuring polished floorboards, ducted a/c and a cosy winter fire. Beautiful yet low maintenance country cottage gardens surround the house providing a variety of shaded entertaining areas, a substantial vegetable patch, chicken coop and established orchard, all watered from the recently upgraded irrigation system from the dam situated on the property. Situated in the historic older part of Black Hill where homes are tightly held, this gorgeous property offers a unique opportunity to be a part of this prized enclave. With all the hard work of renovation already done, simply kick back and enjoy a semi-rural lifestyle surrounded by beautiful gardens and stunning natural scenery with proximity to the city, vineyards and coast. - 10m x 8m Colorbond shed provides ample parking and storage with concrete base, 3-phase power and lights - New 5 strain boundary fence surrounding the entire property - Contemporary new stone-topped kitchen with electric cooking and dishwasher - Two bedrooms with floor to ceiling built-ins and the third includes an ensuite - Large, deep dam with irrigation pump, storage tanks for approx. 36,000 litres - New laundry with stone benchtops and ample storage - New electric hot water service and septic system - 10 minutes to Greenhills shopping centre and Hunter Valley Grammar; 5-minutes' drive to Black Hill Public school