FIND. Resting on a generous east-facing block, this free-standing cottage is defined by its generosity of living space and its beautiful Art Deco features. Presented in pristine, near-original condition, this quality brick home currently offers three bedrooms, a choice of living zones, plus a private backyard. This is an exclusive, family-friendly location close to harbour beaches and reserves, and within moments of local shops and schools. LOVE. In immaculate condition, this house has been refreshed and is perfectly liveable exactly as it is for years to come, yet there is a huge amount of potential to renovate, update the layout, or add a level (SCTA). Seize the opportunity to make this your forever home. - Set quietly to the rear, a combined lounge and dining area is filled with natural light and connects outwards to the backyard - An additional sitting room offers additional living space, or could even be turned into another bedroom - Beautifully maintained private backyard with established plants and trees - Kitchen with gas cooking, stone counters & potential to open up this space to create open-plan living - Three generous bedrooms, built-in wardrobes in one - Original bathroom with separate bathtub and shower - Pine floorboards, high ceilings, gas outlet, stunning Art Deco light fittings - Single lock-up garage to the rear of the house LIVE. Ideal for families, this exclusive setting is surrounded by stunning harbour reserves and beaches, including Clontarf Beach, Forty Baskets, North Harbour Reserve, Dobroyd Head, and the iconic Manly-to-Spit walk. There is a great set of local shops as well as outstanding schools within walking distance. And despite its very private, tranquil and protected setting, it's very close to shopping centres, surf beaches, eateries and city transport, and is just a short drive into Manly. RATES/SIZE: Water rates: Approx $151 pq Council rates: Approx $732 pq Size: Approx 518 sqm ABOUT THE AREA Local Transport: - Buses to City CBD, Warringah Mall and Manly - Hop Skip Jump bus to Stockland Balgowlah Shopping Centre Shopping: - Balgowlah Heights Village shops, cafes and restaurants - Stockland Balgowlah shopping centre - Westfield Warringah Mall Schools: - Balgowlah Heights Primary School - St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School - Balgowlah Boys High School WHAT THE OWNER LOVES: - There's a great set of local shops in Balgowlah Heights, and everything else you might need is in Balgowlah village. - This is a really quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood that offers amazing access to Manly and into the city. - The house has great character, with high ceilings, beautiful floorboards and Art Deco details. Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the information provided to you in our marketing material, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by our Vendors, and as such, Cunninghams makes no statement, representation or warranty, and assumes no legal liability in relation to the accuracy of the information provided. Interested parties should conduct their own due diligence in relation to each property they are considering purchasing. All photographs, maps and images are representative only, for marketing purposes.