8 Mathieson Street

Carrington NSW 2294

Positioned in one of Carrington's most tightly held pockets, this beautifully updated cottage delivers a lifestyle defined by walkability, community and everyday ease. With cafs, waterfront walks and local favourites just moments from your door, it's the kind of location where you can leave the car at home and enjoy everything the suburb has to offer.From the moment you arrive, the weatherboard faade and terracotta-tiled verandah set the tone for what's inside, a home that feels welcoming and thoughtfully refined.At its heart, the home opens into a connected kitchen, living and dining space designed for everyday living. The kitchen is well appointed with quality appliances, a concrete benchtop and a breakfast bar featuring recycled timber detailing beneath, adding warmth and character. This central living zone is also serviced by air conditioning, ensuring year-round comfort. Additional features include a Puretec whole-home water filtration system, adding another layer of everyday comfort and practicality.The home offers three bedrooms, each well proportioned for the style and scale of the property. The main bedroom provides a comfortable retreat with a built-in window seat incorporating practical drawer storage, while bifold windows open out toward the outdoor entertaining area, enhancing natural light and airflow. The second bedroom includes built-in wardrobes and a skylight that brings in an abundance of natural light.The backyard is a standout feature of the home, offering a rare combination of entertaining space and usable outdoor area. A covered deck flows through to a brick-paved courtyard, surrounded by established, sculptural planting that creates a lush and private setting. Beyond this, a grassed section adds further versatility, ideal for pets, kids or simply enjoying a bit of open space. It is a setting that works just as well for quiet afternoons as it does for entertaining with friends. A separate freestanding studio adds valuable flexibility, ideal as a home office, creative space or private retreat depending on your needs. Carrington continues to attract buyers who value its strong sense of community, village atmosphere and proximity to the harbour and Newcastle's CBD. Whether it's a morning coffee, an evening walk along the water or the convenience of having everything close by, this is a lifestyle that feels both relaxed and connected.Disclaimer: All information contained herein has been obtained from third-party sources. While we believe this information to be reliable, we cannot guarantee its accuracy or currency. Prospective purchasers and their advisers should make their own enquiries and investigations in relation to this information and the property to which it relates.