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Marthaville Historic House is the oldest timber sawn home in Cessnock, built in approximately 1885.

Marthaville is the oldest timber sawn home in Cessnock. The home contains a galvanised iron roof, and timber shingles can still be seen especially under the edge of the eaves near the ramp access point. Three of the rooms have retained their original fireplaces and cedar mantelpieces. The kitchen stove is wood or coal burning and has removable plates to assist in heat circulation around the oven. Fuel stoves of this vintage are rarely seen today.

The Marthaville Management Committee received a grant to extend the workshop room and to undertake renovations. The house is managed by the Marthaville Preservation Society, which is overseen by Cessnock City Council.

Marthaville is located at 200 Wollombi Rd. Cessnock NSW 2325.