This gorgeous weatherboard home will whisk your mind to the 1930s with its original character features, large 826sqm block, and warm and inviting persona. Think ornate ceilings, an ornamental fireplace, and timber floors throughout. Extended both up and out along the way to accommodate a growing family, the property has an oasis like ambience bordered by lush, native gardens that bring colourful birdlife, and a resort style pool that will instantly shift you into holiday mode. Two of the four bedrooms and one of the bathrooms enjoy a sense of privacy on the upper level of the home along with air-conditioning, a kitchenette and balcony capturing views to the lake. An external staircase links this area to the front garden making it ideal for short-term or Airbnb style accommodation, while the home's R3 Medium Density Residential zoning allows you to develop the block or run a business from here (STCA). Stroll across the road to the lake and follow the foreshore path all the way to Warners Bay. On the way find the secret swimming spot or enjoy a picnic lunch. Launch the tinnie or kayak at the local boat ramp less than 1km away. It's an easy 300m stroll up the hill to Fennell Bay Public school and there's a pizza store and bottle shop close by. Bus stops at the door offer an easy commute to Charlestown, Toronto and the University of Newcastle. Here, comfort and convenience are equally matched. - Secure carport connects to oversized single garage - Beautiful native gardens with pool, cubby house, pergola and workshop - Two separate living areas, both with air-conditioning - Sky-lit kitchen with timber benches, gas stove, dishwasher - Bathroom with frameless glass shower serves two ground floor bedrooms - Versatile upper level with a/c, kitchenette, spa bathroom, and external staircase to front garden - 300m to Fassifern public school, 6km to Lake Macquarie High and St Paul's Catholic College - 2.5km to Fassifern station, 4km to Toronto, 8km to Warners Bay * This information has been prepared to assist solely in the marketing of this property. While all care has been taken to ensure the information provided herein is correct, we do not take responsibility for any inaccuracies. Accordingly, all interested parties should make their own enquiries to verify the information.