This cleverly designed property on 5ac (2ha) in the heart of the Hunter’s equestrian district and only 5kms from Paterson village fulfils not only the dreams of every horse enthusiast but also offers great scope for lovers of alpaca, goats and hobby-farming. The facilities are first class with floodlit all weather round yard and 30mx60m training arena, brilliant timber and iron 4-stable complex with Breckets flooring, lighting, auto-water, feed room, wash bay with 4,500lt tank water and adjacent tack room. Each of the 6 paddocks boasts shelter and water piped from the large dam. An additional 14mx13m shed plus triple carport/float storage boasts a purpose built workshop and bathroom/laundry that will appeal to the handyman and ample space for plant and machinery. There are 2 homes, the main, of brick and tile construction and with three wide covered verandahs offers a warm and inviting ambience. Meeting every need, The light and airy all-electric kitchen has ample bench and storage space, dishwasher, walk-in pantry and breakfast bar. Beyond is the dining area, casual and formal living zones with access to the wide, covered front patio offering an ideal alfresco venue with views over the property. Three queen-size bedrooms each with BIR; Master with French doors to verandahs. The centrally located family bathroom has a corner bath. A home office/study with French doors to the verandah could be a 4th bedroom if required. Fully fenced, the house garden is ideal for children and pets. Additional features include slow combustion heating, air-conditioning, ceiling fans throughout, well-proportioned laundry with toilet, 38,000lt tank water, twin enviro-cycle waste management systems and sealed road access with council road-side garbage collection and school bus at gate to Paterson, Dungog and Maitland. Adjacent to the main residence and offering exceptional opportunities for teenager’s retreat/guest accommodation is a nicely presented self-contained cottage offering kitchenette, open plan lounge/dining area, double bedroom with combined ensuite/laundry, ceiling fans and views to Tocal. Rarely does a property with such extensive and high-calibre infrastructure present to the market. This versatile property offers a wonderful rural lifestyle within easy reach of the Hunter’s commercial and equestrian centres of Raymond Terrace and Maitland (25mins), Newcastle (50mins) and Scone (1.5hrs).
