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The Agent Loves
"What I keep coming back to here is how well it all works together - the charm of the original cottage, the quality of the renovation, and the addition of the studio - in a location people are always drawn to."
The Location
Immerse yourself in the rich heritage and thriving atmosphere of the highly coveted suburb of Morpeth, where history blends seamlessly with modern conveniences to create a truly unique lifestyle. Just a short stroll from the Morpeth Shopping Village and the pristine banks of the Hunter River, this prime location captures the essence of the region's most sought-after destinations.
Maitland - 14 min (10.2km)
Stockland Green Hills - 11 min (6.9km)
Newcastle - 40 min (35.3km)
The Snapshot
One of the smartest aspects of this property is how it offers options without asking you to compromise. The beautifully updated cottage delivers the warmth and ease you want in a Morpeth home, while the separate studio adds flexibility that feels incredibly valuable. The kind of home that can shift with your lifestyle.
The Home
Full of original character yet thoughtfully updated for modern living, 13 James Street offers a polished main residence, a separate self-contained studio, and a private outdoor setting that opens the door to all sorts of beautiful possibilities.
From the street, the home makes an instant impression with its classic bullnose verandah, established gardens, and timeless weatherboard exterior. Inside, the renovation has been handled with a careful eye - preserving the soul of the original home while introducing the comfort and functionality to make everyday living feel easy.
The central living zone is both cosy and refined with beautiful natural light. Flowing on from here, the renovated kitchen strikes a lovely balance between classic and contemporary, featuring shaker-style cabinetry, stone benchtops, subway tiling, and a generous breakfast bar.
Accommodation in the main home includes three bedrooms, each with carpet, ceiling fans, and built-in storage to two. The bathroom continues the home's fresh, considered feel, with its floating vanity, bath, and semi-frameless shower. There is also a well-appointed laundry with stone benchtops and built-in cabinetry.
At the rear, the home opens to a tiled, semi-enclosed alfresco area with privacy screening that invites long lunches and evenings that drift on a little longer than planned.
Then there is the studio - and this is where the property becomes especially compelling. Positioned separately from the main residence, it includes its own bedroom-style living zone, kitchenette, bathroom, air conditioning, and garage with mezzanine storage. Whether used for extended family, guest accommodation, or a home business, it offers genuine versatility without compromising the privacy of the main home.
Set within a fully fenced block with rear lane access, side access via double gates, established fruit and citrus trees, and a relaxed, low-maintenance yard, this is a property that adapts beautifully to different stages of life.
13 James Street pairs cottage character with modern flexibility in a way that feels both delightfully rare and deeply liveable.
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