Rarely does a home with such strong ties to the history of Lambton and Newcastle become available for purchase - this is one of those rare properties. Built in c.1875, the home has been loved for 21 years by its current owners who are now looking for a new adventure. It was originally built by the local Blacksmith and his wife and it is locally known as 'The Blacksmith's Home'. Constructed from sandstock bricks with an original facade' featuring a bull-nose verandah and wrought iron balustrade. The home had a period of transformation in the 1980's with a new country style kitchen and a generously sized bathroom. This renovation modernised the home which has stood the test of time from then till now. The interior offers character and charm you would expect from a bygone era; 10ft ceilings, open fireplaces and leadlight windows. The formal lounge room at entry adjoins a generous utility area. This would be an excellent formal dining room and features a grand ornate cedar staircase to access the second level of the home. The rear of the home features an alfresco living area that is used year round and offers privacy and modern plantation-style shutters. This area overlooks the charming backyard with a highly sought after, fully North facing aspect. The yard surprisingly features a large in-ground pool and enjoying this home can now be your new holiday destination. A studio retreat adjoining the pool area could be outdoor cabana, artists/hobby studio or teenage retreat. A much-loved home is now looking for a new custodian of Lambton's unique history and heritage to take it into the 21st Century and beyond. MUST BE SOLD. Features:- Unique residential home-perfect for lovers of history and heritage Perfect premises for home based business (subject to Council) Heritage without conservation restrictions and obligations Charming character features throughout Sandstock brick exterior Ornate cedar staircase Open fireplace in lounge room and main bedroom Cypress pine flooring Leadlight windows & doors Bull-nose verandah with wrought iron balustrade 10ft ceilings In-ground pool Pool side cabana/artist's studio/utility room Tandem undercover parking Solar power panels 2nd toilet Walk-in linen press Short walk to Lambton Village shops Short walk to Lambton Park & library Short walk to bowling club, swimming pool and sports ground Zoned for Lambton High School Very short walk to Primary School & St Johns Catholic Primary School 5 mins drive approx to John Hunter Hospital and Newcastle University 15 mins drive approx to Newcastle CBD, Harbour and local beaches Bus stop nearby PEST AND BUILDING REPORTS AVAILABLE UPON INSPECTION IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT AUCTION DAY. Due to COVID-19 Public Health Orders and our COVID-19 Safety Plan, only one registered bidder for each buyer group will be able to attend the auction. Auction day attendance will be limited to no more than 20 on-site registered bidders - no spectators. We request that all buyers pre-register prior to auction day whether you wish to attend the on-site auction or bid online and we ask that you please book a time to pre-register with us. Zoning: R2 Low Density Residential Council: Newcastle Land Rates: $1972pa approx Water Rates: $815pa approx Our COVID Safety plan for open house and auction requires attendees to produce driver's licence or proof of identity card, otherwise we will need to call your mobile phone to check we have your correct contact number. We require you to: * Wait until instructed to enter (no more than 20 visitors will be allowed to enter any premises and fewer depending on the size of the property); * Use hand sanitiser; * Exit via back door (if possible); * Maintain 1.5m social distance; * Remain in family groups at all times. Please: * Do not attend if you are unwell; * Do not attend if you have been told to self-isolate;