In the most desirable of settings, this semi-detached home with house-like proportions & charm, exudes a collaboration of historic elegance and contemporary luxuries to deliver a positively blissful beachside existence.
Footsteps from the gently lapping waves of Little Manly Beach & a short stroll from the vibrant hub of Manly, this is a prized pocket of paradise tucked away on the quiet side of the Manly Peninsula.
Behind the quaint faade, the home’s interiors cast a dramatic first impression on entry and while the surprising space of the home is instantly impressive, it’s the priceless echoes of its vintage that provide an aura of grace. Soaring ceilings are dressed with ornate and delicate plasterwork. Stunning hallway arches and picture rails line the walls.
Designer pendant lighting showcase a chic combination of crisp white walls, Blackbutt hardwood floors and natural light delivered via skylights. Positioned at the front of the home, the master bedroom enjoys abundant built-in storage, roomy proportions and gorgeous stained-glass double doors that open to a porch. Further accommodation is found in two additional double bedrooms, conveniently serviced by a spacious modern bathroom equipped with a frameless glass shower & separate bath. There is abundant storage available with attic access from a drop down ladder in the hall.
Brimming with beautiful period highlights including spellbinding plasterwork overhead, the grand living & dining zone employs significant size, feature windows and an open fireplace to create the ultimate welcoming hub of the home.
Updated to include substantial timber benchtops, the gas kitchen is flooded in natural light, delivered via floor-to-ceiling glass in the adjoining direct north facing family living. Versatile and inviting, this zone is appointed with extensive built-in storage & serves as an ideal casual living or dining room. Meanwhile, discreet & convenient access to a second bathroom & laundry is concealed amongst the cabinetry.
A spacious rear entertainers courtyard with more than sufficient room for all the trimmings of an outdoor room is immersed in northerly sunlight, while a garden studio makes an inspiring workspace or home gym. With scope to extend (STCA) & enhance the spaces even further, the opportunity presents to fully capitalize on this unique lifestyle position. The prized inclusion of two off-street car spaces completes the package and enhances the undeniable appeal of this delightful abode.