Description
Screaming Opportunity for Investor or Owner Occupier
Located in the desirable and highly sought after suburb of Mayfield East, at the wide and high end of Margaret street, is this charming post-federation double brick home. Built in 1920, it offers a great opportunity for a young family to put down roots and create a home to fulfil joyful memories for years to come.
With an extensive backyard and huge open roof space there are also endless possibilities to renovate, extend and add value. The extended back garden also lends itself to the possibility of a secondary dwelling, (Granny Flat – subject to council approval).
Entering through the hallway, you will find three large bedrooms and a centrally located bathroom. The separate lounge room is generous in size and features the original hardwood floorboards. 11ft ceilings and double brick walls inside and out are typical of the period. Such sound brick houses like this possess optimal thermal mass which makes them easier to heat in a winter and keep cool in summer.
The two front bedrooms possess classic charm, each with antique french doors that open out onto the front patio. A front picket fence and boundary hedge with some shrubbery around the front patio will further the offering a personalised retreat for each of these front bedrooms. The third bedroom has the original, heritage, plaster cast ceiling and a fireplace attached to the original and functional chimney.
The kitchen includes timber benchtops with modern dishwasher, oven and cooktops. Through the kitchen toward the rear door is a spacious laundry with storage and second lavatory. The 1960’s backend extension to the original double brick cottage is adorned with a feature window offering a gorgeous aspect of the the elongated leafy backyard. The beautiful huge trees in the yard date back to the original build and provide an abundance of cool shade in the summer along with plentiful fruit which attracts the native birdlife. Few properties provide such a secluded nature reserve. You will love entertaining your friends and family with the stunning large tree-studded backyard and private leafy surrounds. Located on an oversized 508m2 block with off-street parking at the front of the property.
Currently leased on existing tenancy until July 2023 for $540 per week
Located close to Mayfield’s public pool, parks and an easy drive to Newcastle CBD and beaches.
Inspection by appointment.
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