‘THE RETREAT” sits on the headland above the historic Newcastle Baths in the prestigious Newcastle East. The large back deck looks down on some of the world’s finest surfing waves and migrating whales; the front balcony looks out and across Parnell Park to the old Customs House Clock tower. Stroll a few minutes through parks to the city with its cafes, theatres, music and shopping and train station.

The home features 4 large bedrooms, 2 living rooms, 2 bathrooms and a fantastic deck that overlooks the ocean. Previously the home was made into two living arrangements and the property could be easily converted back into separate upstairs and downstairs living, which would make a fantastic investment opportunity. ‘THE RETREAT’ is an exuberant high-Victorian beach home and was designed by architect Frederick B. Menkin’s. The famous Newcastle architect Menken’s was commissioned in 1904 by shipping Master Reuben McIntosh to build The Retreat beach home for his wife Lillie Ada and their seven children. Menkin’s is notable for creating many beautiful churches, government and commercial buildings, but designed very few private homes. The Retreat may have been his most elaborate. Menken’s workshop was nearby on Scott Street.

The retreat has a traditionally colourful Queen Anne front. It is solidly built of New Zealand kauri and Californian redwood. It is an architectural gem, with eleven foot ceilings, coloured glass windows, magnificent double turned staircase, luxurious and beautiful pressed metal Australian florel-patterns walls and ceilings throughout, large rooms, several fireplaces, a laundry room, court yard, laneway access and off-street parking.

This is the perfect home for someone who desires an exciting renovating project.

Currently tenanted or sold with vacant possession. Potential rental return $650.00

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