*Tucked away in a prized Balgowlah pocket, this quintessential full brick family home on 560sqm boasts immaculate light-filled interiors matched by a landscaped child-friendly backyard embracing glorious easterly light.

*With DA for an extension pending, it presents a superb opportunity to improve or simply move in and secure an enviable lifestyle 300m from city buses, 10mins stroll to Stockland Balgowlah, easy walking distance to schools and a short drive to Manly Beach.

*At the heart of the home is a spacious living room with a charming gas heater and French doors opening onto the large front porch, awash with afternoon sun.

*Set to the rear is the dining room with reverse cycle air conditioning, wrapped in north east facing windows, providing a comfortable space to relax with family and friends.

*Overlooking the backyard as the kids play, a classic functional kitchen features quality appliances including gas cooking and plentiful cream cabinetry.

*Step outside to an elevated entertaining area in tranquil surrounds and lawn framed in tropical gardens – peaceful and private with a desirable east aspect, it is an ideal family retreat.

*Generous accommodation encompasses a bright master bedroom with substantial built-in robes and a pleasant front outlook, two additional double bedrooms with built-in robes and the pristine bathroom with a bath and separate shower.

*Beyond its attractive façade, this exceptional home has DA pending for a complete transformation which would then create a stunning four bedroom family residence including a new main bedroom with ensuite, new kitchen, further living space with a downstairs family room and second bathroom along with an alfresco entertaining deck.

*It also has a laundry, an oversized single garage, ample off-street parking, vast under house storage, high ceilings with decorative cornices, polished floorboards, sash windows and hallway storage.