34 Marks Street

One-Off Downsize Without Compromise with Reserve & Lake View, This is One Level Lakeside Living Directly opposite reserve and 3 doors from Lake Macquarie foreshore, this beautifully renovated cottage delivers one of the rarest combinations in Belmont genuine lake and reserve outlooks, complete privacy, all single-level living, and walk-to-everything convenience, all wrapped up in a home that is perfectly scaled and completely finished. Set on a private corner block away from the main drag, with green reserve in front and clear water beyond, this is the type of location buyers wait years for. You're not peering between houses or standing on tiptoes for a glimpse the outlook is open, calm and permanent, and it's part of daily life both inside the home and out on the deck. Completely renovated from top to bottom, the home has been thoughtfully transformed to suit relaxed lake living without excess space or compromise. It's not a big house pretending to be low-maintenance, and it's not a small house asking you to give things up. It is the Goldilocks lake cottage, not too big, not too small, and absolutely just right. Its a home designed around the lake lifestyle with what it offers. The corner block position provides privacy, separation, light and airflow, while the elevated front deck captures the reserve and lake outlooks beautifully. Sit here in the morning with a coffee, or in the evening watching twilight roll across the water and the Saturday yacht races glide pastthis is not a holiday moment, it's your normal routine. Inside, light-filled open plan living, dining and kitchen connect seamlessly to the covered deck, allowing you to enjoy the outlook year-round. Plantation shutters frame the view when open and provide privacy when closed, while ceiling fans and air-conditioning keep the home comfortable through every season. Accommodation is all on one easy level, supported by a renovated bathroom plus a separate laundry with an additional toilet, a practical detail that makes everyday living and entertaining far more comfortable. A detached bedroom studio with its own bathroom adds flexibility without changing the scale of the home, ideal for guests, hobbies or overflow accommodation. Here's What You'll Love: * Private corner block position offering exceptional separation, privacy and light * Elevated frontage directly opposite reserve with uninterrupted lake outlooks * Fully renovated weatherboard cottage with cohesive finishes throughout * All single-level layout with no internal steps or split levels * Covered front deck designed to capture reserve and water views * Open plan living and dining area filled with natural light * Plantation shutters providing privacy while framing the lake outlook * Modern kitchen with quality appliances and excellent storage * Kitchen window and servery connection to the covered outdoor deck * Seamless indooroutdoor flow ideal for everyday living and entertaining * Three genuine bedrooms, all well-proportioned and carpeted * Ceiling fans to all bedrooms for year-round comfort * Renovated main bathroom with frameless shower and modern finishes * Separate internal laundry with additional toilet for guest convenience * Detached studio with its own bathroom, perfect for guests or hobbies * Flat, low-maintenance lawns and landscaped gardens * Excellent parking options including garage, carport and gated driveway * Additional hardstand and side street access ideal for boats or caravans * Quiet position away from the main road in a lovely neighbourhood * Walk to cafés, shops, Belmont 16s, foreshore paths and swimming baths * Easy access to boating, kayaking, paddle boarding and sailing * A rare downsize-but-upgrade opportunity with nothing left to do Downsizers and retirees will immediately recognise how rare this offering is. So don't delayTrue single-level living, minimal maintenance, excellent parking and storage, and an outlook that simply cannot be replicated. You can lock up and leave, live here full-time, or enjoy the home as a base for travelall without sacrificing comfort, privacy or lifestyle. Lifestyle buyers and couples will love the ability to walk everywhere. Morning coffees, long lunches, sunset drinks at the Belmont 16s, foreshore walks, swimming at the baths and time on the water all become part of everyday life. This is a home that encourages you to get out and enjoy where you live. You can appreciate the independence, space and privacy, without stepping into a large, high-maintenance house. You gain outdoor space, storage, parking and flexibility, while keeping everything simple and manageable. Holiday and weekender buyers will see the value instantly. A perfectly scaled lake cottage in a blue-chip position, close to everything, with the ability to enjoy it immediately and effortlessly. There's an old saying that you can change your house, but you can't change your location, and here, the location is everything. Reserve and lake view living, a quiet position, full renovation, and a home scaled perfectly for this stage of life. This is the perfect lake house cottage. The perfect downsize. A once-off opportunity that truly doesn't get better than this. Come & Besold...