4 Wollombi Road, Rutherford, NSW 2320

Homeville House is a timeless treasure immortalised in Maitland's rich and colourful past. Built in 1841 by Bourn Russell, an adventurous British/Australian mariner, whaler, pastoralist, politician, and businessman, this extraordinary home sits on a large block and carries the stories of a bygone era.

Built from solid sandstone foundations, the home stands as a testament to the craftsmanship and resilience of its time. Russell, used the very timbers of his Hunter River steamer to construct his home. Step through its cedar front door, weathered but strong, and you immediately feel the peacefulness created by double brick internal walls.

This remarkable property is situated on a 1263 sqm block ensuring privacy with a wide road frontage, wide side access, loads of room to build a large shed and Council reserve at the rear. It's an easy walk to Rutherford shops and local schools and is just 4 minutes from Maitland's bustling heart and 20 minutes from the world-renowned Hunter Valley Wine Country.

A towering Moreton Bay fig and jacarandas surround the home, and standing beneath their branches, you will love the majestic purple carpet of jacaranda in spring and relax under their shade in summer. This large garden was created to be minimum maintenance and haven for native birds.

Inside, the home exudes warmth and character offering a perfect balance between historic charm and modern comfort. The three spacious bedrooms echo the craftsmanship of a bygone era with a contemporary feel. The generously proportioned lounge-room invites you to unwind away from the large adjoining family room. The country style kitchen overlooks a lush garden where you can watch birds splash around in the birdbaths while you cook. It's equipped with quality appliances, blending vintage charm with everyday functionality. Off the kitchen, an old servant's quarters leads directly to a courtyard garden. You can choose to transform it into a mudroom, butler's pantry or even a home office - perfect for modern living. An extra-large bathroom is perfect for the whole family and leads to a closed in verandah, perfect for an ensuite and wardrobe for the main bedroom. For those seeking practicality, the property includes three carports and a single lock-up garage with internal access-a rare convenience for a home of this age.

Now offered for sale, Homeville House has been owned by the current family for over 110 years. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of heritage restoration or someone seeking your dream home, Homeville House invites you to become the next chapter in its living history!