Charlestown Family Retreat Combines Architectural Elegance with Natural Bushland Setting
This architect-designed four-bedroom residence in Charlestown is masterfully positioned adjacent to pristine bushland and Dicks Creek, creating a harmonious connection between indoor luxury and outdoor tranquility. The home's floor plan is meticulously crafted to prioritize abundant natural light and expansive open living areas, making it an ideal sanctuary for families seeking both style and comfort.
Interior Design and Living Spaces
The interior of this stunning property is defined by striking exposed brick walls, soft architectural curves, and soaring raked ceilings finished in rich western red cedar. High clerestory windows have been thoughtfully integrated into the design to draw natural light deep into the home, enhancing the bright and airy atmosphere throughout.
A newly installed kitchen serves as the central anchor for the primary living zones, providing an effortless flow to several distinct areas. These include a sunken formal lounge for intimate gatherings, a dedicated study for productivity, and a stylish bar for entertainment. The ground floor also features expansive family and dining areas where walls of glass perfectly frame the surrounding bushland outlook, bringing the beauty of nature indoors.
Outdoor Features and Upper Level
Sliding glass doors seamlessly connect these interior spaces to an outdoor alfresco area and a heated swimming pool, facilitating year-round entertaining and relaxation. A staircase with elegant glass balustrading leads to the upper level, which comprises four well-appointed bedrooms and two modern bathrooms.
Three of these bedrooms offer direct access to an oversized balcony, designed as a private treetop retreat with panoramic views of the lush natural greenery. This feature provides a serene escape for residents to enjoy the peaceful bushland environment from the comfort of their home.
Property Amenities and Energy Efficiency
The 786.1-square-metre block includes convenient rear lane access and is equipped with various outdoor amenities, such as a cozy firepit and a functional chicken coop, adding to the property's rustic charm. For enhanced energy efficiency, the home is fitted with a robust 7.6-kilowatt solar system and a 10.8-kilowatt battery, reducing environmental impact and utility costs.
A separate studio on the property features its own private entrance, a practical kitchenette, and a bathroom. This versatile secondary building offers flexible space suitable for hosting guests, facilitating home-based work, or operating a small business, adding significant value to the property.
Location and Agent Insights
Strategically located, the home is just 2.5 kilometers from Charlestown Square, 3.2 kilometers from Dudley Beach, 9.8 kilometers from Newcastle CBD, and is zoned for Hunter Sports High and St Marys Gateshead, making it highly accessible for daily conveniences and educational needs.
Listing agent Katie Kepner from Salt Property Newcastle commented, "The size and layout of this home will appeal to buyers looking to accommodate large or growing families. Freshly painted inside and out with new carpet throughout, this home feels ready for its next family. Private, peaceful, and connected to nature, yet moments from everything Lake Macquarie and Newcastle have to offer, younger kids can roam, explore, and play freely, while teenagers will love the independence of the separate studio, spaces to retreat, and their own sense of space. Buyers looking for a 'sea change' or 'tree change' with city convenience will find the proximity to Dudley and Redhead beaches, Charlestown, and Newcastle central business district attractive."
The property is set for auction on April 18 on-site at 2.15pm, with an auction guide of $1,800,000. Inspections are scheduled for Saturday, April 4, from 10am to 10.30am. For further details, contact Katie Kepner at 0422 583 325 or Salt Property Newcastle.
