A lakeside cottage restored with soul, surrounded by lovingly landscaped grounds and gardens, and sunshine in a quiet pocket of Swansea.
Some homes feel like they've been waiting for you.
Gentle, calm, filled with light, and wrapped in a sense of nostalgia you can feel the moment you step onto the path.
A flat walk of mere seconds places you right on the shores of Lake Macquarie, with its foreshore path, jetty, boat ramp and shimmering blue water forming part of your daily routine.
And the cottage itself… it is something special.
Lovingly restored from front to back, the home pays tribute to its old world charm with beautiful nostalgic detail: high ceilings, soft textures, vintage-inspired pendant lightings, restored timber character, and a warmth that feels both familiar and deeply comforting.
Nothing has been rushed. Nothing overlooked. Every room feels like a page from a storybook.
The covered front porch sets the tone immediately, shaded, private, breezy, and perfect for slow mornings and soft afternoon light.
The living room welcomes you with the glow of natural light across the fireplace, and charming cottage textures that make the entire space feel inviting no matter the season.
Flowing from the living room, the kitchen sits at the heart of the home, a true country-style space with a long island bench, timber cabinetry, generous storage, and a beautiful freestanding Smeg oven.
It's both practical and soulful, the kind of kitchen where everyone naturally gathers.
Continue through and you discover the second living and dining room, a sunlit room with garden outlook with wide French doors spilling out onto the timber deck and lush backyard.
The connection between indoors and outdoors is effortless, with every window capturing greenery, sunlight and a sense of complete privacy.
The bedrooms echo the same feeling of calm, each beautifully styled with plush carpeting and timeless finishes.
The bathroom is immaculate, featuring a wide vanity, frameless shower, and a soothing palette that is relaxing and serene.
And then… the backyard.
It is without question one of this home's greatest gifts. North-facing, beautifully landscaped, private, layered, and full of established greenery.
A stunning timber deck overlooks it all, framed by hedges, seasonal plantings and soft natural mulch. The garden shed, replicating the charming cottage, completes the picture.
Picture perfect location with the lake at the end of the street, the grassy foreshore beckons you to head out for a walk or run with the dog or grab a footy or a kite to have an afternoon of fun with the kids by the water.
There's trees to climb, cubby houses to build and when they're old enough there's kayak and canoe adventures to kick off almost from your front door step.
The foreshore scene is pretty as a picture, with little boats moored sweetly just off the shoreline and lovely shade trees providing welcome shelter on hot summer days.
Spend weekends or holidays on the water with boat ramp just moments away.
Located on the flat, Swansea is an idyllic location for retirees and young families, with so much to see and do outdoors, with no nasty hills to climb.
Smack bang between the largest saltwater lake in the entire southern hemisphere and one of the most beautiful channel entrances in NSW, just 1 hour north of Hornsby and 30 minutes south of Newcastle, this is paradise found, with every shop and service you need day to day just minutes away at Swansea and with your choice of boat ramps and leafy reserves and foreshore to explore, with great beaches like Blacksmiths and Caves Beach just a hop, skip and a jump away!
• Footsteps from the lake's edge with foreshore, jetty and boat ramp moments away
• Positioned in one of Swansea's quietest, most tightly held and peaceful streets
• Charming old-world cottage beautifully restored with thoughtful, timeless character
• Lovely covered front porch capturing breezes & offering a calm morning or afternoon
• Sunlit second living and dining room opening through French doors to the garden deck
• North-facing backyard enjoying cool summer breezes, winter sunshine & leafy privacy
• Lush landscaped gardens mirroring the home's tasteful & character-filled interior style
• Elegant main living room featuring gas fireplace, timber detail and a calming cottage feel
• Country-style kitchen with timber cabinetry, island bench & freestanding Smeg cooker
• Spacious and inviting bedrooms with plush carpets and classic cottage windows
• Stylish bathroom with floating vanity, walk-in shower, feature tiles and soft natural light
• Immaculate presentation throughout with absolutely nothing left to do but move in
• Lake at the end of the street with grassy foreshore ideal for walks and dog runs
• Boat ramp moments away making lake outings simple, easy and part of everyday living
• Flat, easy-walking neighbourhood perfect for retirees, young families, prams & bikes
• One hour north of Hornsby and thirty minutes south of Newcastle for superb convenience
• Minutes to Swansea's shops, cafés, schools & services with everything close & accessible
• Short drive to Blacksmiths and Caves Beach for swimming, surfing and long summer days