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The Vendor Loves
"We have loved how this home gives everyone their own space, while still bringing the family together so naturally. The studio has also been such a bonus for visiting family and friends, giving them their own comfortable place to stay."
The Location
Tree-lined streets, peaceful pockets of parkland, and a strong sense of community set the tone, while nearby shopping villages, schools, medical services, and dining spots keep life wonderfully convenient. With Maitland's buzzing hubs just minutes away and the Hunter's scenic countryside on your doorstep, Aberglasslyn strikes a beautiful balance between relaxed suburban living and effortless accessibility.
Maitland 7 mins (4.7 km)
Stockland Green Hills 13 mins (10.7 km)
Newcastle 44 mins (39.5 km)
The Snapshot
With its sweeping wraparound verandah, ornate gables, brick chimneys and elevated rural outlook, 3 Silky Oak Drive is the kind of home that makes an immediate impression. Set within manicured grounds, it pairs captivating character with family-scale living, from the soaring interiors and garden-facing Cedar Sliding doors to the pool, pavilion, sauna, studio and substantial rear shed. Every corner feels considered, beautifully kept and ready for a life that is equal parts relaxed, social and wonderfully self-sufficient.
The Home
A curved, hedge-lined driveway leads to a home that could have stepped from the pages of a storybook, set against an expansive rural outlook. Held within 4,023 sqm of landscaped grounds, this character-rich Aberglasslyn retreat is designed around family connection, flexibility and the everyday luxury of space.
A broad entrance hall introduces the home's thoughtful scale and craftsmanship, with Tasmanian oak floorboards, painted timberwork and abundant natural light carrying through the main living zones. The formal lounge is a lovely place to retreat, centred around a brick-surround fireplace and opening to the verandah through timber-framed glass doors. Beyond it, the open-plan family, dining and kitchen zone rises beneath multi-level vaulted ceilings, drawing in the garden and countryside through feature windows, plantation shutters and multiple Cedar Sliding doors.
A second combustion fireplace anchors the adjoining family room, making this a home that feels equally special on a winter night as it does when the doors are thrown open for a long lunch.
A beautifully proportioned master suite features plantation shutters, custom wardrobe storage and a private ensuite, while additional bedrooms are supported by a three-way bathroom, a walk-through kids' playroom and an upstairs lounge room with skylight. A separate study with an extensive built-in desk makes working from home easy, while a flexible guest bedroom or second study adds another layer of versatility.
Outside, the sense of escape continues. A paved courtyard with a timber pergola creates a natural gathering place between the main residence and the self-contained studio. It is ideal for guests, older children, extended family or a dedicated creative space.
The saltwater pool sits within established gardens and timber decking, accompanied by a covered pool pavilion, sauna pod and outdoor shower. Beyond the pool, rolling lawns, fruit and citrus trees, herb gardens, native plantings, a greenhouse and chook run give the property country character.
Designed for year-round comfort, the home features ducted air conditioning throughout the ground floor, ducted heating, two fireplaces, a sauna and a sparkling saltwater pool, ensuring every season can be enjoyed in complete comfort. A substantial 10kVA solar system further enhances everyday efficiency, helping to keep running costs down while supporting a relaxed, sustainable lifestyle.
Practicality abounds, with a double garage, under-house storage, rear access, and a substantial Colorbond shed with an extra-height roller door, suited to a caravan, boat, or a serious workshop setup.
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