A piece of Newcastle's agricultural history has hit the market, offering a rare blend of country tranquillity just 10 kilometres from the central business district.
The early 1900s homestead at 71 Wimbledon Grove in Garden Suburb sits on 2.25 hectares of land that was once part of the Walsh family orchard. Held by the same family for three generations, the property is nestled at the end of a tightly held cul-de-sac within a sheltered valley, remaining a lush reminder of one of the state's most productive fruit-growing pockets.
Property Features
Salt Property listing agent Lyndall Allan said the estate provides deep privacy without sacrificing city convenience.
"What has been left behind after the orchards faded feels even more special," Ms Allan said. "You have wide open space and that unmistakable calm that only comes with a true country setting, yet you are an easy 15-minute drive to Merewether Beach."
The four-bedroom residence has been restored and extended, retaining period features including leadlight windows, three-metre ceilings and a cosy fireplace. North-facing verandahs wrap around the home to capture the winter sun, while the rear opens to sprawling lawns framed by magnolias, liquidambars, red cedars, citrus and avocado trees.
"All planted and nurtured over time, creating sprawling leafy outlooks from almost every angle and a setting where kids, pets and even a few horses or goats could live with room to roam, explore and simply be," Ms Allan said.
Outdoor Amenities
The grounds are well-equipped for a self-sufficient lifestyle, featuring raised vegetable beds, a three-bay horse shed and a nine-metre by five-metre work shed. A saltwater pool sits among the greenery, and the property is secured by electric gated entry.
Location and Lifestyle
Despite its secluded feel, the home is located near schools, childcare and major shopping centres. The John Hunter Hospital and Lake Macquarie are also within close reach.
"Once you are home, the world seems to fall quiet," Ms Allan said. "It is the kind of spot made for long lunches on the north-facing deck while watching the light move across the trees."
The property will appeal to buyers seeking a rare balance of country tranquillity and city convenience - from growing families wanting space to roam, to lifestyle-driven purchasers chasing privacy, character and a deeper connection to the land, all within easy reach of Newcastle and the coastline.
"The homestead holds tightly to its warmth and character, but the renovated kitchen and bathrooms make it easy to imagine the next chapter unfolding here."
The property is listed with Salt Property, agent Lyndall Allan on 0439 761 123. Inspections are by appointment. The auction is scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, with an auction guide of $1,950,000.
