Nestled on 96.9 acres of gently rolling countryside, this beautifully preserved farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to enjoy rural living rich in history, character, and tranquillity. Peacefully positioned in the heart of Butterwick, it's just 20 minutes from Maitland and under an hour to Newcastle, combining the serenity of the rural landscape with the convenience of nearby towns and services.
A winding driveway leads you to the character-filled home, which is set well back into the property.
Lovingly maintained by the same owners for 30 years, the original Seaham School House, built in 1895 and relocated to this site in 1968, has been tastefully extended and modernised while retaining its authentic charm. From original sash windows and 11-foot ceilings to hardwood flooring throughout, every detail of this home tells a story.
Zoned RU2 Rural landscape.
The home features four large bedrooms, three with built-in robes, and a spacious modern bathroom. The master suite opens directly onto the expansive wraparound veranda, taking in views of the surrounding land. A central hallway with generous linen storage leads to a cosy second living area, ideal as a family room or quiet retreat.
The heart of the home is the open-plan kitchen and dining area, showcasing original floorboards, a walk-in pantry, a large island bench, a self-cleaning oven with a built-in microwave above, and a working fireplace. Sliding doors lead to a screened deck overlooking one of the property's multiple dams- an ideal spot for morning coffee or relaxed entertaining. The adjoining lounge room features timber wall panelling and exposed rafters and opens onto the deck, enhancing the home's indoor-outdoor flow.
Outdoors, the property continues to impress. A large inground pool with stone tiling sits beside the covered entertaining area, creating the perfect setting for summer gatherings. The fully fenced house paddock spans approximately four acres, while the remaining land is a picturesque mix of open paddocks, scattered trees, and multiple dams, once used for grazing cattle.
The sheds are extensive, including a new Colourbond shed on a concrete slab with two-phase power and two additional sheds, one with power. The home runs on 104,000 litres of tank water, with solar hot water and ducted air conditioning for year-round comfort. A row of unused bird aviaries can be easily converted to dog runs, a long curved driveway, and quiet surroundings add to the property's unique charm and sense of peace.
Whether you're looking to raise livestock, enjoy wide open space, or settle into a quiet rural lifestyle, this property is a rare gem offering comfort, space, and history in one.
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The size of Butterwick is approximately 12.1 square kilometres. The population of Butterwick in 2016 was 144 people. By 2021 the population was 190 showing a population growth of 31.9% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Butterwick is 10-19 years. Households in Butterwick are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Butterwick work in a managers occupation.In 2021, 89.90% of the homes in Butterwick were owner-occupied compared with 86.30% in 2016.
Butterwick has 72 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Butterwick have seen a 76.13% increase in median value. As at 30 November 2025:
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