Auction Location: The Arc, 45 Watt Street Newcastle A clever re-imagining of a classic form, this Victorian-era terrace combines the beauty of period elegance with a comprehensive renovation and extension that opens up the design for practical modern living, hidden behind a traditional facade. A delightful feature of this stunning home is its generous 457sqm approx landholding with rear lane access, which allows for prized off-street parking as well as a sizeable garden, along with the added attraction of a versatile self-contained double-storey studio. Built c.1865, the history of the residence has been beautifully renovated, with period features including stunning leadlight doors and windows, high ceilings, a hallway arch, picture rails and feature fireplaces. Renovated in 2007, the artist's own home now features an elegant formal lounge room and relaxed open plan living and dining space. Banks of louvre windows and sky lights add light and cross-ventilation and a gas fire adds winter warmth, while sculptural wrought-iron by local artisan Tom Ireland is an eye-catching feature to the timber staircase and balustrade. In the kitchen, corian bench tops contrast beautifully with the overall neutral tones of the kitchen, while quality appliances ensure the space is practical as well as stylish. A study, large laundry and third bathroom conclude the ground floor. The split-level upper floor reveals three generously sized bedrooms, two bathrooms and an enclosed front verandah. Outdoors, green-thumbed gardeners will love the unexpected natural oasis in the midst of this inner city setting where a variety of fruit trees and vegetables promise a good yield. The self-contained studio with bathroom and kitchenette inspires endless possibilities as a home office, Airbnb, or as a more private place for the young adult or visiting relative. The property's appeal isn't just based on its striking interiors. The Hill is centrally positioned within walking distance of the city's key attractions. Stroll to Darby Street for bustling bars, charming boutiques and endless dining options. Pack a picnic and head to beautiful King Edward Park. Grab your surfboard and towel and head to the beach for an early morning swim or surf or explore Newcastle's coastal beauty with a brisk walk along the harbour foreshore to Nobbys beach and the breakwall. - Comprehensively renovated Victorian era terrace on double block totaling 457sqm approx. - Rear lane access into single garage with handy drive-through into courtyard - Double-storey studio with shower bathroom, kitchenette and sun-deck - Formal lounge room offers floorplan flexibility as extra bedroom - Spacious and light-filled open plan family living and dining zone connects to garden - Three generously sized bedrooms plus study served by three modern bathrooms - Contemporary island kitchen with corian benchtops, gas cooktop, Miele dishwasher - Less than 1km from the harbour foreshore. This property is being sold under the revolutionary Friendly Auction System. An independent pest & building report is available on request at no charge to you. This is the type of report your solicitor would usually recommend purchasing before bidding at an auction or before making an unconditional offer prior to auction and are conducted by a panel of reputable companies. The companies have consented to friendly auction terms and will generally be happy to speak to you about your queries in reports and in most cases transfer the reports into your name if you are the successful buyer at auction or prior to auction: see each report for details. Flexible deposit and settlement conditions are also available by negotiation with the agent if required. Offers can also be made prior to auction and each offer will be assessed on its merits. In-rooms auction event scheduled at The Arc at Watt Street Commercial Centre (Cnr King and Watt St Newcastle). Bid and buy with confidence in this consumer driven, transparent auction system that was pioneered here in Newcastle but is now in use across Australia. We also have a downloadable guide available on our website. Disclaimer: All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and act as a messenger only in passing on the details. Interested parties should rely on their own enquiries. Some of our properties are marketed from time to time without price guide at the vendors request. This website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes. Any personal information given to us during the course of the campaign will be kept on our database for follow up and to market other services and opportunities unless instructed in writing.