Whether you're barefoot on the grass or indulging in a family BBQ on your private deck, this magnificent family home presents the ultimate lifestyle opportunity for a growing family. Located within walking distance of quality schools, popular parks and Merewether Golf Club, you'll also be minutes from cosmopolitan restaurants and a short stroll from Henderson Park where Friday afternoons are buzzing with neighbourhood activity. Exuding the perfect fusion of period charm and contemporary flair, you'll fall in love with the graceful finishes and clever design that welcomes a bustling family lifestyle. Sundrenched interiors showcase incredible indoor/outdoor flow as polished timber flooring unites the home from the oversized front bedrooms, past the dedicated home office and lounge to the rear guest retreat and secondary living space. Every modification appreciates the period essence and enhances an easy-going, yet premium way of life. Out the back the magic continues. Viewed from the north-facing back deck and lower level patio, the manicured gardens boast wide grassed play areas with plenty of room for play equipment. The fire pit provides a lovely winter addition and established fruit trees and veggie gardens are ripe for the picking. Situated in one of Newcastle's most sought-after residential pockets, this inspirational property offers an abundant lifestyle immersed in a family friendly neighbourhood just minutes from everything you need. - Beautifully renovated 1940s coastal bungalow - 4 generous robed bedrooms one with bay window and ensuite to the master - Open Chef's kitchen, gas cooktop, sleek cabinetry, oversized fridge nook - Custom joinery; plantation shutters; polished timber flooring; high ceilings; ornate cornices - Three contemporary bathrooms, jet spa bath in main and heat lamps - Separated fourth bedroom ideal for older children or guests; sunlit dedicated home office - Multiple entertaining spaces including north-facing Merbau deck and ground level covered patio; hot/cold outdoor shower; huge laundry - Ducted A/C, split system, full insulation, ceiling fans, north-easterly cross breezes - Secure double garage, carport with unique vertical garden feature; under-house storage and abundant internal storage - Secure backyard with established fruit trees plus veggie garden, fire pit and cubby house - Minutes from major retail, mountain bike trails, quality schools, trendy cafes & beaches