161 Croudace St, New Lambton NSW 2305, Australia

A rare and unique opportunity to purchase one of Newcastle’s select landmark residences has now presented itself and is sure to create strong interest throughout the Newcastle community. This classic Art Deco residence known as “The Gables” has been tightly held in the same family for some thirty nine (39) years. Originally built in the late 1930’s it is commonly referred to by older Novocastrians as “Newbolds”, as the grand property’s first owner was Arthur Newbold, prominent Newcastle business man of the time and keen gardening enthusiast. Only three (3) custodians in eighty five (85) years have had the luxury of living in this charismatic residence. It will be of interest to families wanting a classic home of yesteryear and will make the perfect long-term or forever home. Positioned on a land holding of 2100 square metres, and surrounded by the most stunning manicured grounds one could hope to see, the Gables delivers a special atmosphere more akin to living in an English manor, rather than your typical Newcastle period home.

This grand formal residence offers a sunroom entry vestibule, a gracious formal lounge room enhanced by polished tallow wood floors and stately formal dining room. There are secondary lounge and dining areas, even a billiards room. A ground floor bedroom with period bathroom allows easy access, whilst upstairs delivers three (3) large bedrooms, enormous walk-in wardrobe space and original art deco bathroom facilities that enhances the originality of this gracious home. Large sweeping veranda’s view the city, harbour, ocean and beyond, a party size sandstone patio terrace compliments this vast home allowing future extension potential when and if required. Driveway access leads to additional parking and generous size garage with storage.

This residence is simply captivating and will provide it next loving family a special place to call home for potentially the next loving 30- 40 years.