Crews from Muswellbrook and Aberdeen Fire & Rescue stations, as well as officers from Hunter Valley Police District, attended the blaze in Tocal Way about 10.30pm.

Despite all the firefighters’ efforts, the home could not be saved.

Luckily, the occupant of the property was not in attendance at the time of the fire – and no-one was injured.

Earlier in the week, Muswellbrook also responded to reports of a building fire with smoke billowing from an air-conditioning system.

But, on arrival, crews could not locate a visible flame.

Further investigation was completed on the units before the site was handed over to the technician.