Blessed with great privacy, centrality and a perfect north-to-rear aspect, this renovated freestanding weatherboard cottage exudes designer appeal with original period details adding worldly charm to light-filled low-maintenance living.

With swift access to the City, a lifestyle of convenience awaits in a neighbourly street with city buses at the front door and short strolls to trendy village shops and cafes as well as Balgowlah Stocklands, schools, golf courses and a cycle-way to Manly.

As an endearing blend of old and new, recently refreshed interiors with lime washed timber floors complement the original charm of tall decorative ceilings, picture rails, leadlight detailing, traditional windows and doors and a working cast iron fireplace.

With a flexible floor plan attune to relaxing, socialising and everyday liveability, a sun-drenched entertainer’s realm unfolds in a spacious open-plan living, dining and a central kitchen with a defined area perfect for a study.

Opening onto private outdoor retreats, an enclosed child-friendly lawn and landscaped gardens extend beyond a full-length entry balcony perfect for daybeds and hammocks. While 2 large undercover terraces in a rear courtyard cater perfectly to weekend BBQs, alfresco dining and all-weather entertaining.

Light and bright with great accessibility to indoor and outdoor dining, a stylish gas kitchen showcases Caesarstone bench tops, stainless steel appliances, marble tile splashbacks and generous preparation and storage space.

Character-rich timber floors cascade through a dedicated entry hall and 2 double bedrooms, both with front garden outlooks and one with a built-in robe. In close proximity, a spacious modern bathroom features a full-length bath with overhead shower and frameless glass recess.

Contributing to a lifestyle of convenience, an electric gate opens onto ample off-street parking with a repurposed lock-up garage easily reconverted. Additional features include a large separate laundry with a second toilet and extensive under house storage complete with a gym and wine cellar.

An exceptional opportunity for young families and professional couples with scope to grow and further enhance or simply enjoy this beautiful home as is. Contact Andrew Lutze or Ben Jones of Cunninghams Property for more information.