18 Forsythe Parade, BLACK HILL

Located only 15 minutes to Newcastle University & the Mater Hospital, 20 minutes to John Hunter Hospital and for those who travel regularly for work, just 30 minutes to Newcastle airport and Newcastle CBD and beaches Fully-furnished and set amongst over 2.5 acres of private manicured gardens and lawns, this modern and unique home comprises four distinct zones combining superior craftsmanship with hand-picked, premium finishes. It features the most inviting relaxed open-plan living space comprising a superb kitchen, lounge and dining area. Offering thoughtful separation, two well-proportioned bedrooms, a powder room, family bathroom, laundry and rumpus/media room/playroom - these all rest away from the exquisite master bedroom with dressing room, en-suite and private deck gazing across the rural scenery beyond. A separate wing houses the formal lounge room, guest bedroom with en-suite, wine cellar and home office or fifth bedroom, while a breezeway connects the home to a four car garage and workshop. Many outdoor areas including covered verandahs, a 20 metre lap pool, eight additional parking spaces, lush lawns and Michael Bligh designed gardens make this home ideal for entertaining on a lavish scale. * Passive solar design maximises north facing rear views across neighbouring farmland * Sleek white kitchen with 5 metre island bench, Corian benchtops, integrated dishwasher, Ilve gas cooker and butler's pantry * Cbus automated lighting system, electric blinds, polished concrete floors with underfloor heating, multi-zone Bose sound system, security and camera system * Wood fireplace, gas fireplace and zoned air-conditioning provide seasonal comfort * Automated garden and lawn irrigation watering system; * Beautiful grounds with automated pool cover/solar blanket * Internet included