Stone Property News. Featuring Millfield, Paxton, Ellalong, Congewai, Quorrobolong & Surrounding Areas
JUST LISTED
66a Rugby Street, Ellalong Welcome to the 5th edition of the Stone Property News. Well Spring is here and buyers are back in the market although at reduced numbers than last Spring. As a result, vendors will find that buyers have more choice at which property they choose to purchase compared to this time last Spring, therefore properties that are launching to market need to stand out with quality marketing. This edition we can report 2 sales, 511 Congewai Road, Congewai selling at full price and 5 Wollombi Road, Millfield selling off market. The latter sale at Millfield along with other recent off market sales in Millfield and Ellalong have come from having a strong buyer database. We have 2 great new listings at 66a Rugby Street, Ellalong and 46 Millfield Road, Paxton. If you have dreamed of being within walking distance to Ling’s CafÊ & Store, Ellalong Primary School and Ellalong Hotel yet have a couple of acres for livestock or just room for the kids to run around then 66a Rugby Street, Ellalong is a must see. This is a special little lifestyle property with a sparkling in-ground pool and inviting entertaining area.
Michael Hurley 0491 012 003
Matt Clarkson 0456 791 524
@michaelhurleystonerealestate
@mattclarksonrealestateagent
Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au
Spring has sprung As the cold winter weather makes way for sunnier days, spring is a favourite time to take your property to market. But how do you make it stand out from the crowd? It may just be the sense of possibility that comes with the changing of the season, or excitement in the lead up to Christmas, but there’s something so appealing about selling a property in spring. A favourite time for vendors to sell, you’re likely to be faced with stiff competition. Here are five top tips for the spring selling season.
› First impressions: Whether it’s a lick of paint on your front door or some statement pots
either side of it, first impressions really do count. Never underestimate the power of street appeal and go that extra mile to make a great first impression on prospective buyers. Drag out the high-pressure hose on the driveway to remove oil stains, and trim bushes or hedges in your front garden.
› De-clutter: It isn’t called a spring clean for nothing. Sort methodically through your home, room by room, discarding clutter as you go. Not only will your home look better during the sale period but you’ll have less to pack away when you’re moving out. If there are some things you just can’t live without, consider hiring some temporary storage to get it out of the house during the inspection period. It can pay to store a couple of larger, non-essential furniture items to make your home feel more spacious.
› Spring clean: While the light is very beautiful in spring, its brightness can emphasise
less-than-clean surfaces. Polish your tap ware, remove cobwebs, wash your windows inside and out and dust your blinds. Take the time to polish your floors, mirrors and glass as clean reflective surfaces make a space feel larger.
› Accessorise: Whether you do it yourself or employ a professional, property staging is a
proven way to command a higher sale price. Replace old towels and throws with updated versions in on-trend hues, or rent furniture, accessories and artwork, to create a stylish feel inside that lures potential buyers.
› Repairs and maintenance: Whether it’s that tap that’s been leaking for the past couple of
months or some touch up work that’s needed on the paint front, now is the time to get onto repairs and maintenance around your home in anticipation of selling. Fresh paint works minor miracles on tired walls but fight the feature wall urge –neutral colours please most buyers. And let’s not forget the garden – remove weeds, mow and edge your lawn and make sure it’s kept adequately watered. Plant a few seasonal blooms for a pop of colour and add a sprinkling of fresh mulch to your garden beds for an instant lift.
Michael Hurley | 0491 012 003 Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au
Matt Clarkson | 0456 791 524
JUST LISTED
66a Rugby Street, Ellalong - $670,000 - $695,000
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Village acreage living with pool This well-presented home located on 2 acres in the charming village of Ellalong will suit the family seeking a relaxed lifestyle. This neat small acreage has plenty to offer including room for horses while still being able to walk your kids to school.
› Solid 3 bedroom home with 24 solar panels and charming front verandah › Functional kitchen with dishwasher and plenty of bench and cupboard space › Lounge with slow combustion fireplace, reverse cycle aircon and ceiling fan › Modern bathroom with claw foot bath and 2 bedrooms with built-ins › Outside BBQ entertaining area and backyard oasis with paved inground pool › Double garage with workshop, 3 car carport, extra storage shed and town water › Local school, cafe, pub and park all with in 1.1km and only 10.5km to Cessnock › Abundance of fruit trees on flat fertile land with 3 paddocks
Michael Hurley | 0491 012 003 Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au
Matt Clarkson | 0456 791 524
JUST SOLD
511 Congewai Road, Congewai - $660,000
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Fantastic experience - Recommended by Kim [Vendor] 13-09-2018 Sold my property in 2 days before I had even finished staging, I was very happy with the sale price it was better than I expected. The process was soooo easy, a credit to Micheal and his team! I would highly recommend Michael Hurley, I interviewed 5 agents and I am very pleased I decided on Stone as I could not be happier! I cried after Michael told me as 2 days did not give me time to be emotionally ready to part with my home of 25 years. Courtesy of Ratemyagent.com.au
Michael Hurley | 0491 012 003 Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au
Matt Clarkson | 0456 791 524
JUST LISTED
46 Millfield Road, Paxton - $150,000 - $165,000
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Restore or restart The remains of this once beautiful home and shop sit at the front of a spacious 1011.7 sqm block with potential to restore the building to its former glory or to knock down and build your dream home for that highly sort after village living lifestyle. Centrally located in the quiet village of Paxton with views of the Watagan Mountain Range, this property provides a large array of opportunities for the purchaser. Features to consider;
› Large 20.1m frontage, near level block with town water and sewer › 11km from the Cessnock CBD and 15km to the hunter valley wine country › Local general store, pub, bowling club, park and primary school all within 500 metres. › This block is priced to sell with or without the building, so don’t delay.
Michael Hurley | 0491 012 003 Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au
Matt Clarkson | 0456 791 524
SOLD OFF MARKET
5 Wollombi Road, Millfield - $477,500
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Family friendly This quality brick and tile home is located in the thriving village of Millfield only a short 11 kms drive to Cessnock CBD. Boasting multiple living areas the home offers an effortless flow to the alfresco retreat, bringing the outdoors in and providing the perfect surroundings for the growing family.
› Master bedroom with walk-in robe, ensuite and powered shutters › Remaining three bedrooms all feature built-in robes and ceiling fans › Study / 5th bedroom › Dual living zones both with split system air conditioning, one with cosy fire place › Modern kitchen with breakfast bar, double fridge space and walk-in pantry › Private alfresco retreat › Near level 997 sqm, fully fenced block allows plenty of room for the kids › Double garage with drive through and internal access plus a single carport Michael Hurley | 0491 012 003 Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au
Matt Clarkson | 0456 791 524
Stone Property Management. We are pleased to welcome Tegan Ashman to our team. Call Tegan today to see how the Stone difference can help you with your investment property. At Stone, our door’s always open.
Tegan Ashman 0413 210 002 teganashman@stonerealestate.com.au
Does your investment property deserve the Stone difference? If you own an investment property, have become frustrated with ever-changing staff handling your asset, and would like the comfort of knowing you’re in the hands of a truly dedicated property management specialist, contact Tegan today to discuss how she can assist in transferring your management with an absolute minimum of fuss and at no additional cost to you. Call Tegan Ashman on 0413 210 002 for a confidential discussion today. Michael Hurley | 0491 012 003 Stone Hunter Valley 1A Cooper Street, Cessnock stonerealestate.com.au
Matt Clarkson | 0456 791 524
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