Originally designed by prominent Newcastle architect Frederick B Menkens and built 1906 as Charleston's Photographic Studio, Washington House forms part of the ground-breaking East End development. The bold re-imagining of this historic building strikes a perfect chord between classic elegance and innovative design in vibrant day-night setting between the city and the sea. Shadow line ceilings, a soft, neutral palette and the extensive use of glass achieve a dynamic interplay of light and space inside this two-bedroom apartment with a highly functional layout separating the social spaces from the study and the sleeping quarters. A generously sized balcony forms a natural extension of the living area and both bedrooms, perfect for entertaining or relaxation with an outlook over the communal landscaped terrace gardens and vibrant piazza forming the cornerstone of East End. A sleek Smeg-appointed island kitchen and a pair of fully tiled shower bathrooms reflect quality and offer a seamless look and feel. A secure car space and storage cage add a fine finishing touch. More than a home, this exciting new development guarantees a vibrant and exclusive lifestyle ringed by an outdoor piazza of bars, eateries and shops, with pristine surf beaches, Newcastle's iconic harbour and its rejuvenated city centre all on the doorstep. - Open plan living area and Smeg-appointed island kitchen with stone benchtops, integrated dishwasher, gas cooktop and electric oven - Ducted air-conditioning and custom S-Fold curtains throughout - Ensuite and main bathroom are fully tiled with rainmaker showers, face height storage and in-wall toilets - European laundry includes Fisher & Paykel clothes dryer - Secure building with full CCTV coverage, internal security system provides vision of front entrance and car park - Extensive landscaped communal areas with BBQs and multiple seating spaces - Retail precinct on the ground floor including Woolworths Metro, Oh My Papa, Mister Sister Coffee, Studio Melt and Artisanal Cellars - Short walk to the harbour and beaches, 240m to Crown Street light rail station Outgoings: Council Rates: $323.00 approx. per quarter Water Rates: $215.95 approx. per quarter Strata Rates: $1,924.56 approx. per quarter **Health & Safety Measures are in Place for Open Homes & All Private Inspections **All inspection attendees will have to answer a health and safety survey to qualify for the inspection of the property Disclaimer: All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and act as a messenger only in passing on the details. Interested parties should rely on their own enquiries. Some of our properties are marketed from time to time without price guide at the vendors request. This website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes. Any personal information given to us during the course of the campaign will be kept on our database for follow up and to market other services and opportunities unless instructed in writing.