Perched on the high side of a premier street on a substantial north-facing block is this recently refreshed 1920s California Bungalow with classic sandstone foundations, elevated district views and breathtaking period features.

Captivating and convenient luxury waterside living. Enjoy short walks to schools, shops, buses, playgrounds and Manly pool, with Balgowlah Stocklands, the foreshores, ferries and eclectic cafes of Manly just around the corner.

Beyond the retreat-style privacy of a gated street faade and an undercover side entry, is a showcase of exquisite character and charm in 10ft decorative ceilings and cornices, broad windows, pendant lights and picture rails.

Follow the polished Baltic timber floors from the foyer to the open-plan kitchen and dining where visions of summertime entertaining illuminate the versatile light-filled layout that extends through large glass bi-folds onto the courtyard and backyard beyond.

In true celebration of outdoor living, a substantial partly undercover courtyard sprawls to the gorgeous district views of the shady front deck with front and back lawns framed in manicured hedges and established gardens. Complete with a garden shed, endless alfresco areas and a cubby house for the kids, this is the ultimate family playground.

ILVE stainless steel appliances, tile splashbacks, a double sink, and plenty of preparation and storage space fill the spacious eat-in island kitchen.

Lie back and bask in the nurturing north-facing glow of the formal front of house living with a decorative fireplace and district views from the bay window.

Luxurious in size with a BIR and carpet is the master bed, which opens onto a bright sunroom, opportune for multiple uses including a nursery or a study.

Two additional bedrooms reside, one with a BIR and the other with the ensuite-style facilities of access to a dual-entry bathroom with floor-to-ceiling tiles, an oversized shower with glass recess and an integrated in-cupboard laundry.

Newly renovated, the main bathroom glistens with the designer features of heated towel racks, a Caesar Stone vanity and a full bath with overhead shower and a frameless glass recess.

In addition to a secure lock-up garage with remote access, stylish plantation shutters and built-in linen/storage cupboards, there is an opportunity to capitalise on existing district views by adding a second level (STCA). Contact Andrew Lutze or Ben Jones of Cunninghams Property for more information.