Brilliantly located amidst the beauty and history of Newcastle East with surf beaches, magnificent coastal walks and the light rail on the doorstep, this c.1881 3-bedroom residence, in a historic terrace row, sympathetically melds period features with contemporary elements. Original Huon pine floorboards, timber lined walls and ceilings and ornamental fireplaces pay homage to the Victorian era, while two stunningly renovated bathrooms, a stone-topped kitchen and seamless indoor/outdoor living ensure it functions as a thoroughly modern home. A north facing courtyard garden with outdoor kitchen makes for an effortlessly relaxed space for alfresco dining with a majestic Frangipani tree providing shade in summer. This great neighbourhood is surrounded by lifestyle attractions. Wander to the harbour, have a front row seat to the V8 Supercars or take your pick from fine dining, casual meals, arts, entertainment and wine bars all around your new home. - Double storey Victorian terrace built in 1881 and renovated throughout in 2015 - Separate lounge & dining plus relaxed family living with bi-fold doors to courtyard - Air-conditioning and gas heating provide climate control - Contemporary galley kitchen with stone benchtops, double oven, gas cooktop and integrated dishwasher - Two full-size renovated bathrooms, one upstairs, one down; Euro laundry - All three bedrooms are appointed with built-in robes and ceiling fans, master adjoins sunroom with sound proof glass - Pull down ladder to attic space for handy storage - 200m to Newcastle Beach and ocean baths and only 500m to the harbour foreshore