Refreshed, repainted and ready to sell, this light-filled Aberglasslyn home offers all the space and privacy of a rural retreat with the conveniences of schools, shops and services just minutes from your door. Located in a picturesque semi-rural section of the popular suburb, this four-bedroom home has all the hallmarks of a generously-proportioned country homestead, from the traditional facade with its wide front verandah to the spacious internal layout with room for all the family. Casual and formal lounge and dining areas offer a mix of open plan zones for connected modern living and more intimate spaces for relaxing in private, while a spacious kitchen provides a central hub for the family with a seamless flow to the surrounding living areas. Timber-look cabinetry adds to the homes traditional country appeal, while high quality stainless steel appliances, including an integrated electric stove and oven and new dishwasher and rangehood, provide a more modern touch to the kitchen. Hard-wearing tiles offer a practical and long-lasting flooring option in the living areas and the fifth bedroom, which could also double as a home office you'd be more than happy to spend your time in, with a view over the swimming pool to the rural outlook beyond. Plush carpet in a soft grey tone adds texture and warmth to the homes four other bedrooms, which are all a good size and feature built-in wardrobes for storage and ceiling fans for added comfort. The master suite is well proportioned, with a large walk-in wardrobe and convenient ensuite, while the main three-way bathroom including dual basin vanity offers a practical layout perfect for large families. Two linen cupboards in the house and a separate workshop and storage space with built-in bench off the rear of the double garage provide more than enough options to tidy away all those essential household items, while an additional shed provides room for all your outdoor and gardening equipment. The vast amount of space in the bac yard also offers plenty of potential for a new owner to build further shedding to house the caravan, boat, horse float or additional vehicles. With a long list of appealing external features, including both covered and open-air alfresco areas, this property is an entertainers delight, with plenty of space to host a large gathering of family and friends. The above ground swimming pool and surrounding decked area is sure to be a hit with the kids and a great place to parents to relax and take in the stunning scenery, while the one-and-a-half acre (5812sqm) block leaves plenty of room for the ultimate game of backyard cricket or football. New turf to the front of the home and a recent roof restoration also add to the revamped appeal of this 19-year-old beauty, which ticks all the right boxes for large families looking for extra space. Located within walking distance of the Hunter River along the north-western boundary of Aberglasslyn, this property provides the wide open spaces and tranquil setting of an idyllic rural retreat while still staying within a few minutes drive of the schools, shops and services of surrounding suburbs. The property is within easy access of both the neighbourhood shopping village in nearby McKeachies Estate, and the larger Rutherford shopping centre complex, which provides a wider variety of retail and essential services. The revitalised Maitland Levee precinct and CDB is also just eight minutes drive east of Aberglasslyn, while the redeveloped Stockland Green Hills Shopping Centre, now a major retail and entertainment destination, is around 15 minutes away. SMS 357Aber to 0428 166 755 for a link to the on-line property brochure.