A short distance from the harbour, beaches and the city centre, this character-filled cottage is a surprise package in a sought after location. Easy walking distance to schools, this home is within the intake area for Mayfield East Primary school, cafes, pubs, clubs, the swimming pool, supermarkets and the vibrant heart of Mayfield. This three-bedroom early 20th-century home, offers beautiful period features and funky retro updates. Original polished floorboards and 11-foot ceilings ooze heritage charm. The separate lounge and dining rooms provide welcoming spaces for living and entertaining, complete with ornamental mantlepiece and air conditioning. All rooms have ceiling fans and plantation shutters and the north-easterly aspect, allows the coastal breeze to flow through the entire house in summer. But the real appeal is out the back... Stepping onto the back porch reveals a neat and tidy yard with an established garden, garage and carport. However, moving beyond the garage finds you in a large, secluded, tree-lined additional backyard. Entertainers, garden lovers, pet owners and renovators will fall in love with this shady oasis and the huge potential this block offers. Think secret garden, enormous vegie patch, chickens, orchard, swimming pool, or even a granny flat or tiny home (STCA). Key features: Three bedrooms, one with large built-in. North-east facing block. East-facing sunroom. Plantation shutters throughout. Original polished floorboards. Original period solid timber internal and external doors. 11-foot ceilings. Air conditioning in the lounge and the dining rooms. Ceiling fans in all rooms. Fully insulated roof. Clever storage in the functional kitchen featuring stylish retro tiles. Gas stove, oven, hot water and outlets for additional heating. Stylish retro tiles in the bathroom and a shower over a full-sized bath. Separate toilet and laundry. Linen press. Fully fenced yard. Established trees and gardens. Garage and carport. Neat and tidy backyard with large secluded additional yard. And all just a few kilometers from the Newcastle Interchange in one direction and the University of Newcastle in the other, with public transport almost at the doorstep. Properties like this one are scarce, so don't miss this opportunity to create your own urban oasis on the eastern fringes of Mayfield. "Clear Pricing" We pride ourselves on having a price range on the property that is as accurate as possible and don't believe in wasting your time. With clear pricing, you can view properties that are in your price range and can make the decision to purchase without confusion, "no smoke and mirrors" just better outcomes. Disclaimer: We have obtained all information in this internet listing from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to carry out their own investigations.