For exclusive access to River Realty VIP properties join http://bit.ly/RiverVIPs today, or SMS 'RiverVIPS' to 0428 166 755 From the moment you drive up to the grand front entry, you can tell this property is the ultimate horse owner's haven. Decorative iron gates and two brick columns topped with rearing horse sculptures provide an eye-catching welcome to this lovely rural property, with a tree-lined gravel driveway drawing the eye up to the traditional country homestead beyond. Set in the tranquil suburb of Brandy Hill, the property features a spacious, level 1.88ha block, which has been cleared to pasture and shade trees and divided into three separate horse paddocks, two arenas and the house yard. The property is well set up for a variety of equine pursuits, with plenty of established infrastructure for working your horses including an Olympic-sized round yard and a dressage arena, both with timber rails, as well as a cross country paddock. Timber-lined horse stables with rubber matting provide secure and comfortable housing for your horses, with a wash bay and tie-up area for grooming and a variety of feed and tack sheds on concrete bases to store all your essentials. The property has a large two-bay shed with high clearance doors, providing a safe and secure space for your horse float, caravan or boat, while a double garage attached to the house offers additional vehicle parking and storage areas. Connected to the town water supply to ensure you never run dry, the property also features a bio cycle septic waste management system with sprinklers to make it easy to irrigate the yard, well-established gardens and feature trees. Set back from the road for added privacy, the property's traditional country-style home offers plenty of space for a large family, with four bedrooms and multiple living areas. The brick home was built around 30 years ago but has been well maintained and features a classic, neutral interior that offers a blank canvas for its new owners to style to their taste. A shady porch provides a lovely entry into the L-shaped home, with large windows at the front allowing plenty of natural light to flood into the adjoining formal lounge room and family room. Ideal for entertaining, the lounge room features a built-in brick bar with glass shelving, while a turned timber railing gives the space a touch of country styling while also acting as a practical divider between the living area and the hallway, as well as the adjacent formal dining room. The family room feels light, bright and welcoming, with windows offering a view over the front yard and a sliding glass door providing a second aspect to the rear of the house. A reverse cycle air conditioner ensures the room remains comfortable all year round. A glass chandelier and carpeted flooring give the formal dining room a touch of class, while a doorway through to the kitchen makes it ideal for hosting elegant dinner parties. The original kitchen has a cool, retro vibe with funky hexagonal-shaped tiled flooring, while the U-shaped laminate benchtop with breakfast bar at one end offers added convenience. Underbench and overhead cabinets provide ample storage space in the well-maintained kitchen, while a wall oven and grill, electric cooktop, rangehood and built-in microwave ensure it is suitably appointed to cook up a feast for a large family. The tiled flooring flows through into a casual dining area off the kitchen, which has lovely views through two sets of sliding glass doors over the surrounding rural landscape. The open plan space also connects to a third living area, which has timber-look laminate flooring for warmth and texture, a ceiling fan and reverse cycle air conditioner to keep the space comfortable and glass sliding door access to the rear fenced house yard, which has been beautifully landscaped with flourishing garden beds. Four bedrooms including a spacious master suite with walk-in wardrobe and modern ensuite complete the home's internal accommodation, while the original family bathroom is still in great condition and features a three-way design for added practicality. Cherished by the same owners for 20 years, this tightly-held property provides a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a traditional rural lifestyle close to the city, and is located just 10 minutes from the major urban hub of Raymond Terrace and 20 minutes from the revitalised city centre of Maitland. SMS 54Brandy to 0428 166 755 for a link to the on-line property brochure.