Offering much more than your average fixer-upper, this loved home of 60 years is packed with potential for a modern makeover enhanced by its rear lane access and south easterly views across the city as far as the ocean. An exceptionally comfortable three bedroom home with separate lounge and dining rooms and a sunroom, it's clear to see the value contemporary renovations will bring. Outside, use your near neighbours as inspiration and extend into the garden to capitalise on the views, or use the bones of the double garage facing the lane to create a granny flat or studio (STCA). The handy location is close enough to nip into the city in under 15 minutes and far enough away to enjoy a quiet and comfortable lifestyle with Waratah Shopping Village, a choice of schools and the University of Newcastle and Mater Hospital close by. - Single level weatherboard and tile home on north facing 591sqm block - One of a handful homes with rear lane accessed via Christo or Lambton Roads - Lounge room with beautiful ornate ceiling, a/c, gas heating and adjoining sunroom - Separate dining room flows into original gas-equipped kitchen and breakfast room - Bathroom with bath, shower, and separate w/c - Rear deck elevated above the backyard to take in the sea breeze and views to the ocean - Valuable storage area under the home - 1200m from Waratah shopping village, Waratah Public school, and St Philip's Christian College

A house built from love on land purchased in 1969 and on offer for the first time, this cherished brick home is oriented to take advantage of the beautiful bush backdrop where kookaburras and parrots come to say hello. In comfortable yet original condition and ripe for renovation, the deep 815sqm block provides plenty of space to extend the property without sacrificing too much garden for kids and pets to play (STCA). With a cracking location on the doorstep of Glenrock State Conservation Area and the Fernleigh Track, and a short stroll to Kahibah public school and the suburb's shopping and café strip, this brick beauty is primed for lifestyle and convenience. - Brick and tile home offers a single level of living above its laundry and storeroom - Beautiful garden block adjoins bush reserve and Flaggy Creek at the rear - Spacious lounge room with picture window to take advantage of the bush views - Three generously proportioned bedrooms; single lock up garage - Original electric kitchen and bathroom with separate w/c - 400m to Kahibah Public school, 2.3km to Whitebridge High - Central to both Westfield Kotara and Charlestown Square - 10 minutes' drive to Dudley and Redhead beaches, 8km to Newcastle CBD.

For some, living by the beach would be a dream come true. Those dreams could soon be a reality with the coming to the market of two vacant blocks of land in beautiful Redhead – an exceedingly rare but significant occasion in this seaside suburb that's surrounded by two conservation areas, Awabakal Nature Reserve to the north and Belmont Wetlands to the south. An exciting blank canvas, bring your architect and your vision to one of these north facing blocks, both measuring 455.3sqm and each with rear lane access and an approximate 10m frontage. One of the blocks also has the added benefit of side access to Barnes Lane allowing for a creative design, all subject to council approval. - Two vacant 455.3sqm north facing blocks to be sold separately - Scope to build a two-storey home with garaging accessed from Heath Lane - One of the blocks also has frontage to Barnes Lane - All building work is subject to approval from Lake Macquarie Council - 1300m to beautiful Redhead Beach and popular surf club - Just 300m to the Fernleigh Track for walking and bike riding - 700m to Redhead Public School, 7.5km to Whitebridge High, 6km to St Mary's Catholic College - 10-minute drive to Charlestown Square, 20 minutes into Newcastle city centre

Promising students an easy 600m stroll to the university, golfers a quick 3-minute drive to the greens at Shortland Waters, or medical staff from the nearby Hunter Valley Private Hospital a quick commute to work, there's no denying this home is primed for convenience. Perfect for first home buyers, a young family and investors, it offers a practical open plan layout with a modern electric-equipped kitchen, three bedrooms and an original bathroom plus a great backyard with a leafy backdrop adjoining Northcott Park at the rear. A solid home that is ready to move in or rent out today with scope to add your own stamp of style in the future. - Single level weatherboard and tiled roof home on 607sqm north to rear block - Air-conditioned open plan layout with timber floors and neutral décor - Modern kitchen appointed with electric cooking appliances and dishwasher - Two of the three bedrooms are fitted with built-in robes - Original bathroom with bath, shower and separate w/c; external laundry - Freestanding lock-up garage plus extra parking on driveway - Close to Our Lady of Victories Primary and Shortland Public School

If peace and tranquility are high on your wish list, then this beautifully renovated home is a must see. Its cul-de-sac location on the Kahibah border is whisper quiet yet it's not far to travel to Westfield or Charlestown Square, and the Fernleigh Track and Kahibah shops and school are close by. With a floorplan that's functional as well as stylish, the lounge and dining room are the focal point on entry. The master bedroom with walk-through robe and ensuite rests for privacy in a zone of its own, while three kids' bedrooms share the contemporary family bathroom down the hallway. Sporting plenty of bench and cupboard space as well as electric appliances, the Caesarstone kitchen offers easy access to the low maintenance gardens. A freestanding double garage ties the bow to a home where all the hard work of renovating has already been done and all you have to do is move in. - Fully renovated single level home on 670.3sqm cul-de-sac block - Air-conditioned open plan living with floating floors, crisp décor and bay window - Galley Caesarstone kitchen with electric hob, oven and dishwasher - Master bedroom with walk-through robe and shower ensuite - Three kids' bedrooms each with a built-in robe and ceiling fan - Stunning family bathroom with freestanding bath, twin vanity and frameless shower - Low maintenance block with private gardens and double lock-up garage - 1300m to Kahibah Public school, 3km to Whitebridge High, 1km to KU Kahibah and Concept Gym, 6km to Merewether beach, 8km into Newcastle CBD