Lorn

Endlessly elegant, and with the ideal blend of old world charm and contemporary sophistication, 'Karinya' offers an enviable lifestyle in one of Maitland's most highly-sought after suburbs. Set on a lush, landscaped 1012sqm allotment, the beautifully restored, Victorian masterpiece is in one of Lorn's blue-ribbon streets, just a leisurely stroll from the village shops. This, combined with its mix of formal and informal living and dining spaces, an abundance of restored, original features and a stunning, resort-like alfresco area, complete with a swimming pool, means this is a property for families that seek the very best in life. Circa 1889, 'Karinya' combines timeless features with modern luxury in picturesque Lorn Endless street appeal with lush gardens and white picket fence framing a cottage facade A charming wraparound verandah where you can sit and watch as the world passes you by Original features include polished timber floors, 3m high decorative ceilings and cornices Formal living and dining room with a gas fireplace, lovely bay window and French doors Ornate archways combine with chandeliers and built-in shelving to add timeless appeal Opulent kitchen with 40mm stone benchtops and a SMEG induction cooktop and oven Other kitchen highlights include soft-close cabinetry, Bosch dishwasher and slate floors Kitchen overlooks a sunlit meals/family room with French doors opening to the alfresco Stunning, covered alfresco with Merbau decking and outdoor kitchen with a built-in BBQ Resort-style features include a bar fridge, sink, ceiling fan, LED and carriage-style lights The alfresco overlooks a private backyard and pristine, saltwater pool with glass fencing The spacious family room offers a split system air conditioner and is ideal for relaxation Luxurious master suite boasts designer wallpaper, plush carpet, concealed walk-in robe A pitched ceiling, with stunning, chandelier adds to the peaceful ambience in the master The master also has built-in robes and an opulent ensuite with crisp white subway tiling A his and hers vanity, a frameless shower and wainscotting complete the stylish ensuite Two further bedrooms at the front of the home feature built-in robes and pendant lighting A central bathroom offers a shower above the bath and a vanity with above bench basin The home also features a peaceful guest suite or a teenager's retreat with plush carpet Guest suite with stylish ensuite also has a spiral staircase up to a loft-style living space An oversized double garage and a separate single garage provides lots of parking space Extra features include European laundry, two electric hot water systems and garden shed Take a stroll to the village shops and cafes, parks, the Hunter River and sporting facilitiesWater Rates $751paCouncil Rates $3,494pa