Set back from the street to provide perfect privacy, this exceptionally spacious home creates a fabulous lakeside retreat on absolute waterfront, complete with boathouse, slip and private jetty. Steeped in family history, this multi-generational landholding has covered a vast 110 years and has hosted countless celebrations & gatherings across that time. Originally built at a time where access was by-water only, the family enjoyed 'Rally Round' get togethers where the adults built & renovated and children spent whole days in, and on, the glittering waterways of Lake Macquarie. Watching families of aquatic animals maturing alongside them from the edges of the jetty, learning to sail, swim & row - a childhood now on offer for others to extend to their own families. If your tribe love to escape to their own space, this versatile property is absolutely perfect. Spanning a multi-level design, the home boasts three distinct zones – each with its own kitchen, living area, sleep space and bathroom, working incredibly well for large or extended families, or perhaps those seeking an additional income stream from rental. Through the main level, soaring cathedral ceilings, large format tiles and a wall of windows accentuate the light-filled living space, where sparkling lake views take absolute centre stage. Spilling out to a glorious balcony – and more of those views – entertaining is a dream out here, while a private central courtyard provides yet another lovely space to relax alfresco. Down at the waterfront, another privately accessible home enjoys absolute waterfront views, a Tasmanian Oak & stone kitchen, cathedral ceilings and a near-new combustion fireplace. Accommodating an oversized bedroom and private bathroom, this residence is ideal for extended family, visiting guests or a sub-letting arrangement with ease and privacy. The boathouse makes an idea studio or home office and offers a bathroom, a kitchenette and views along the private jetty and across the waters of Lake Macquarie. Whether you’re watching the sun rise from the balcony with your morning coffee, kicking back in any of the gorgeously bright and airy living spaces, or stepping straight from your backyard to enjoy a day on the water, this property makes your dreams of lakeside living come true. - Huge family home on expansive waterfront block in peaceful lakeside suburb - Long driveway with gatehouse-style potting shed offers warm welcome - Solidly built brick residence reveals tiered design making the most of the views - Entry via attractive private courtyard bordered by landscaped gardens - Main level with airy open-plan, panoramic lake views and quality timber kitchen - Extends to large entertainer’s balcony enjoying cool breezes and breathtaking outlook - Laundry with handy WC on this level, double garage internal entry - Upper level also features vaulted ceilings, open-plan with crisp white-on-white kitchen - Two Lower level with family room, bedroom with walk-in, bathroom, cellar - Waterfront level with soaring ceilings, rich timber accents and exposed brick - Open-plan with fireplace, stone-topped timber kitchen, French doors open to lake - Robed bedroom, bathroom with shower, separate WC - Boathouse with bathroom, kitchenette, slip, adjacent to private jetty - Additional features inc. air conditioning, speaker system, ceiling fans, custom stair lift - Moments to Rathmines Public School, revamped playground and skatepark - Close to Catalina Club, local shops and IGA - 10 minutes to Toronto, Awaba Station for direct train access to Newcastle and Sydney Council Rates $3,414 per annum approx Water Rates $850 per annum approx (Excl usage) Rental estimate $1,200 - $1,300 per week Private Jetty Fees $524.68 per annum approx
