Softly elevated up from the street, this home is introduced by a delightful sunroom where you can catch the morning sun and district views. The protected and private position of the rear deck and gardens provides a sense of peace and serenity that will allow you to completely switch off and relax, yet it's only 1km to Waratah Shopping Village and a 10-minute drive to town. Inside, the layout makes perfect sense with three bedrooms and the bathroom at the front of the home, the island kitchen at its heart and the open plan living areas at the rear. * A/C to master bedroom and living area, ceiling fans throughout * Spacious island kitchen with freestanding gas stove and dishwasher * Dual access points to wrap-around deck for relaxing and entertaining * Bathroom with shower plus laundry with handy second w/c * Deep block adjoins bushland and Braye Park bringing with it birdlife * Easy stroll to Waratah Public and St Philip's Christian College * 1400m from the Mater hospital and 4km from the University of Newcastle Council Rates: $506 p/qtr