1467 Old Maitland Road, Sawyers Gully NSW 2326

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The Vendor Loves: "What we've loved most is that once you're home, the rest of the world almost disappears. There is so much wildlife and nature woven into everyday life here - the incredible variety of birds, kangaroos in the paddocks, our own animals and the changing seasons."

The Location: Swap the suburban rush for a little more breathing room in Sawyers Gully. This rural pocket of the Hunter Valley offers a relaxed setting within easy reach of Kurri Kurri, Cessnock and Maitland. Nearby townships cater for everyday needs, with schools, shops, cafés and sporting facilities, while the Hunter Expressway keeps Newcastle accessible. Sawyers Gully makes country living feel comfortably connected to the places you need and the experiences you look forward to.

Cessnock - 8 min (8.3km) Kurri Kurri - 12 min (9.8km) Maitland - 18 min (17.1km) Newcastle - 40 min (43.4km)

The Snapshot: Close the gate and settle into a place that feels entirely your own. At 1467 Old Maitland Road, the sense of retreat comes naturally, with paddock views, established greenery and wildlife bringing a welcome change of pace. Spend a whole weekend at home and still find something different to do, from tending the garden to hosting friends beside the pool. With Cessnock close enough for everyday errands, you can enjoy the feeling of being away from it all while keeping your usual connections comfortably within reach.

The Home: Morning mist across the paddocks, birdsong through the trees and kangaroos beyond the garden fence: life at 1467 Old Maitland Road begins with a view worth waking for. With a characterful 1920 residence, two additional living options and an outdoor setting made for childhood adventures, this property gives country living a deeply personal appeal.

Beyond the remote entry gate, established gardens frame a home with a gabled façade and welcoming front porch. Original hallway floorboards and three-metre ceilings introduce its enduring character, while thoughtful updates bring comfort to everyday routines.

The living and dining area gathers everyone together around a slow combustion fireplace, with timber floors underfoot and built-in dining benches offering seating and concealed storage. Garden outlooks make even a quick breakfast feel unhurried, with white shaker cabinetry, green tiled splashbacks and copper pendants giving the kitchen a fresh country aesthetic.

Sliding doors open to an expansive timber deck beneath a soaring pitched roof, where exposed beams and ceiling fans set the scene for long lunches overlooking the grounds. Below, the saltwater pool promises summer afternoons well spent, with a powered cabana, outdoor kitchen and barbecue keeping entertaining close at hand. As evening settles, gather around the built-in fire pit beneath a sky full of stars.

Beyond the gardens, children can collect eggs, climb trees and pick mandarins before returning for a swim. A poultry coop, protected vegetable beds and potential for six water-fed paddocks support a hands-on rural lifestyle, complemented by dam irrigation and a level area previously used as a horse arena.

Extended family arrangements gain valuable flexibility through a separate two-bedroom shed house with rustic corrugated interiors, a fireplace, and a clawfoot bath, plus a one-bedroom flat with a kitchenette and bathroom.

A five-bay machinery shed, high-clearance storage, and a substantial carport accommodate equipment and recreational vehicles. Seven tanks provide 140,000 litres of water storage, with a 9kW solar system supporting everyday energy needs. A working farm vehicle and vintage tractor are also included with the property.

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