Welcome to The Gem of the Foothills! This charming 2 bed, 2 bath single-level home in historic Newcastle blends vintage character with modern updates. Built in 1910, it features central heat & air, new floors & plastered walls (2023), updated electrical & plumbing, dual-pane windows, and a no-step entry from the back for easy access. A spacious basement offers ample storage or hobby space. Set on a .15-acre lot, the property boasts an array of fruit trees - peach, citrus, fig, persimmon, passion fruit, and lemon. Located in Downtown Newcastle and just steps away from Newcastle Pizzeria, La Fornaretta Italian Restaurant, Champs Tavern, Newcastle Wine Shoppe, and minutes to I-80, this location offers small-town charm with big convenience. Newcastle's rich history dates back to the Gold Rush and its days as a major fruit-shipping hub after the railroad arrived in 1864. Come experience a blend of past and present in this beautiful historic home.