47 Church Street

As one of Newcastle's most notable properties, Bella Vista House is an iconic home set on over 1,600 metres of private land overlooking the beautiful Park Bella Vista gardens. Few properties in the region compare to "Bella Vista House" and now as the jewel in the crown of this amazing estate Park Bella Vista, as a private, Torrens title residence is to be sold. Bella Vista House enjoys access to approximately 4,500sqm of park-like gardens plus its own private 1,664sqm allotment with secure gated and very private access. A long palm lined driveway leads to the expansive north facing residence, situated in an elevated position, overlooking the historical formal gardens, featuring century-old trees and celebrating the inside as much as the outside with multiple patios. An historic building of great charm and character originally built in 1919 for BHP manager David Baker, Bella Vista House has played host to royalty (including Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth in 1954) over its rich 100 year history. Bella Vista House has been transformed into an open plan family home with both formal and family focus, whilst retaining its former historical glory. This rare beauty is an exceptional holding on a grand scale spanning over 800 square-metres of light filled home, offering great flexibility and family lifestyle Set over two exquisite levels every step through Bella Vista House is a journey - and in seconds you are transported back in time to the many memories that fill it's rooms. From the stately grand entry to the palatial grand hall to the privacy of the exclusive private dining and lounge room - if only the walls could talk. The ground level features the grand entrance lobby with magnificent chandelier and custom made timber balustrades along the staircase; a grand family room, dining room, kitchen, Laundry, workshop/storage room, wine room, formal dining and lounge room, powder room, bathroom and large sun room with double French doors leading onto the large circular terrace overlooking the gardens and trees. The spacious gourmet open-plan kitchen is opulently designed which invites creativity and provides generous space for entertaining. The huge laundry with its walk-in storage is light filled and spacious. A further five large bedrooms including a master suite with dressing room, all with ensuites or dedicated bathrooms are located on the upper level, along with two further living areas a versatile light filled reading room and adjoining office and north facing terrace which has commanding views of the 4500sqm of gardens. A documented part of Australian history, Bella Vista House also encompasses a unique collection of historical items to be passed on to its next custodians. A much-admired and astoundingly luxurious private family home with ample space for extended family and friends, Bella Vista House has an inclusion list too long to articulate. Bella Vista House is a home that truly speaks for itself. Features include • Five Bedrooms including The Queen Elizabeth Room used by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 1954 • Master suite with dressing room and ensuite • 5 bathrooms including ensuites and dedicated bathrooms • Private home office with adjoining reading room • Grand Hall - approximately 80m2 including lounge with fireplace, sitting room, dining room and sun terrace • Stately foyer with timber panel and stair • Large formal dining and lounge room • Chef inspired kitchen with butler's pantry • Large modern laundry with stone benchtops and walk in storage. • Wine room • Workshop/storage room • Private storage areas throughout • Upper Level sitting rooms • 1 Upper and 3 lower level terraces • Large 1,664sqm block • Free standing garaging plus parking for over 10 vehicles • DA approved for pool • Part of Private Community Garden Estate of over 4,000sqm Property Detail • Sale Method: Expressions of Interest • Guide Price: $3,990,000 • Settlement Period: 42 Days • Council Rates: $582.75 pq • Community Fees: $1,650.00 pq • Land Size: 1,664 m2 • Available Reports: Pest & Building Report & Community Title For a private inspection of this amazing residence contact agent today to arrange.