An early c1900's brick-on-sandstone character home forms the foundation for this majestic residence that has been cleverly extended and renovated to meet the changing needs of one family over the past 45 years. Exquisite period detailing and sumptuous contemporary styling unite across a streamlined dual-level layout that features formal and casual living areas, easy flow to the rear alfresco entertaining areas and gardens plus leaf-filtered views of the harbour and Sydney Heads. Enjoying complete peace and privacy amid a beautifully landscaped garden setting, it comes complete with a traditional front verandah plus a sunny covered entertainers' terrace and a heated pool at the rear. Nestled in a tightly-held tree-lined street, it is only footsteps from the harbour foreshore and a short stroll to Manly's world-class beaches, city ferry terminal and cosmopolitan fine-dining hub. - Elegant stucco rendered and shingled façade rising above a sandstone wall and hedges - Private landscaped forecourt with frangipani, wide covered verandah with - harbour cameos - Leadlight inlaid front door, central hall, high ceilings, picture rails and timber flooring - Lounge room with gas log fireplace, timber and leadlight cabinetry plus bay window seat - Bright open living and dining areas flow via multiple glass French doors to the rear terrace with outdoor kitchen - Miele fitted open plan CaesarStone kitchen with gas cooktop and integrated dishwasher - Upstairs family room with fitted desks and storage forms part of a whole parent's retreat - Main bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite opens to an elevated harbour-view balcony - Two further double bedrooms with built-ins, fourth bedroom is currently an open office - Stylish bathrooms/heated towel rails, powder room, ducted air con and plantation shutters - Covered rear terrace with additional retractable awnings plus private sunny open terrace - Sandstone walled retreat includes cellar with wine racks, gym, office and workshop - 350m to Fairlight Village, minutes to Delwood Beach or Fairlight Beach - Close to Manly Wharf and village eateries, easy walk to Manly Beach - Remote-controlled double garage with internal access, set on a 476.2sqm parcel of land