A classic weatherboard cottage forms the foundation of this immaculate residence which provides a luxuriously liveable family retreat on a landscaped garden paradise. Impeccably styled and superbly appointed across two bright and breezy levels, it features living and dining spaces flowing to a rear entertainers' verandah and a family room opening to an elevated deck with sweeping district views. Placed on 575sqm with exquisitely landscaped gardens framing private near-level rear lawn, it is nestled in a quiet leafy street with schools, village shops, Warringah Mall and beaches only a short breath away. * Alluring panelled façade with a covered porch set behind pristine gardens * Generous living space with fireplace opens to an extensive rear verandah * The covered verandah wraps from north to east and overlooks the tranquil gardens * A large separate dining area adjoins a deluxe open plan CaesarStone kitchen * Miele gas cooktop, double oven, steam and microwave ovens and plate warmer * Stainless steel dual drawer dishwasher plus a double door Liebherr fridge/freezer * The spacious family room flows to a sunny balcony with sweeping leafy views * Large bedrooms on both floors, most have built-ins and all have leafy outlooks * Stylish bathrooms with heated flooring, vast understair and loft storage areas * Crisp white styling throughout, high ceilings plus original ironbark floorboards * Zone ducted air conditioning, ducted vacuum, solar panels and security alarm * Fully-fenced near-level rear lawn screened by a sea of lush tropical gardens * 150m to Nolan Reserve and buses to Manly Beach/Wharf or Warringah Mall * Walk or easy bicycle ride to The Mall, B-Line city buses and Queenscliff Beach * Carport and two car spaces plus a large aluminium garden shed at the rear