25 Kingston Parade, Heatherbrae NSW 2324

Idyllically nestled on almost an acre this superb property offers peaceful seclusion in a wonderfully private setting that's 20 minutes to Newcastle and 30 minutes to Nelson Bay - it's the perfect home for families who love to entertain. On offer for the first time in 28 years, this much loved and impressive family home offers a generous mix of living and alfresco spaces, an abundance of parking for vehicles and watercraft and a separate shed with mezzanine that offers over 95sqm of extra storage space.

The rich glow of Tasmanian Oak is a striking feature throughout this home including the raked ceilings, which enhance the sense of space, and the gas kitchen, which has been updated with Caesarstone bench tops. The voluminous interiors feature formal lounge and dining plus a family living area that includes a wet bar, air-conditioning, gas fire and built-in cabinetry. All five bedrooms feature built-in robes, some with a peaceful country outlook and there is a separate office/study. The wet areas include family bathroom with views, corner bath and separate w/c, ensuite to master bedroom, laundry with third bathroom and a powder room by the pool. Moving outside a fabulous screened and covered outdoor room offers over 80sqm of alfresco entertaining space, ideal for year round in/outdoor living. It embraces a relaxed, resort quality and extends to the saltwater pool and patio area. The two and a half car garage also features a workshop. Other highlights include timber plantation shutters, ducted air-conditioning, utility room with laundry shute and in-ground sprinkler system.

This peaceful address is located close to a choice of schools, transport and shopping at Raymond Terrace.

* Architecturally built family home on almost 1 acre (3696sqm)
* Peaceful location with rural appeal 20 minutes to Newcastle
* Generous mix of living and alfresco spaces with raked ceilings
* Five bedrooms all featuring built-in robes; study
* Family bathroom, ensuite to master plus two additional bathrooms
* Relaxed resort quality with 80sqm outdoor room, saltwater pool and patio
* 2 1/2 car garage with workshop plus 95sqm shed with mezzanine storage
* Short drive to shopping at Raymond Terrace and a choice of schools