* Showcasing a stunning renovation by renowned architect, Ian Halliday, this original period home now offers a private upper retreat with ocean views plus an impressive rear living space that flows seamlessly to the entertainer’s courtyard.

* Stylishly appointed with contemporary touches that make modern living easy, it is in a quiet hilltop street with easy access via local stairways to North Steyne and Manly’s beachfront promenade.

* Presenting immaculately from the street, with a timber-clad lock-up carport and private interiors, it has a formal lounge on entry plus two double bedrooms with built-in robes at the ground level.

* At the rear of the home, an architect’s expertise has created the ideal indoor/outdoor living space with stone-tiled floors, a covered alfresco dining area and built-in barbecue with CaesarStone bench.

* Along one wall, a sleek galley kitchen offers a deep CaesarStone workspace, stainless steel gas cooktop, semi-integrated dishwasher and loads of storage.

* Stone-tiled floors continue to the covered outdoor terrace and the bi-folding doors disappear to create the ultimate alfresco entertaining space. Outside the sandstone-paved courtyard has built-in timber seating and a stackstone feature wall.

* Upstairs a secluded parent retreat has a luxurious spa ensuite, walk-in robe and double doors to a private deck with ocean views.

* The main bathroom has a large shower recess with double shower head and there is an integrated sound system throughout the lower floor.

* Other features include: plantation shutters, air-conditioning, inset halogen downlights, polished timber floors.

* Stroll to Manly beaches, The Corso, cafes, restaurants, Manly Wharf and ferries.