FIND. A true oasis of calm and serenity, this captivating free-standing home is tucked away from the road and embraced by lush gardens on every side. Offering total privacy and tranquillity, this quiet family haven is positioned to access the ideal North Harbour lifestyle at its best, with the Reserve, Spit to Manly walkway, Forty Baskets, as well as Balgowlah Heights village shops, cafes and restaurants all within a short stroll. LOVE. High vaulted ceilings and a bright, north-facing aspect combine to create sun-drenched interiors that are freshened with ocean breezes. Enjoy enchanting leafy outlooks from any of the outdoor spaces that surround the house, including a wide east-facing verandah, a sunny north-facing entertainer's deck, and a private west-facing backyard. - Stunning character brick exterior with wide verandah where you can sit and enjoy the morning sunshine - Surrounded by lush gardens and protected by trees, the outlook from every window is private and leafy - Free-flowing living and dining area with several connections to a pergola-covered deck for effortless entertaining and easy indoor/outdoor flow - Rear large courtyard protected by trees and very private perfect for BBQ's - Well-appointed kitchen with dishwasher and gas cooking - Master bedroom with front verandah access plus adjoining storage room with potential for walk-in robe or en-suite if desired - Two additional generous bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, plus family bathroom and second bathroom combined with laundry facility. - Polished Australian hardwood floorboards, beautiful high vaulted ceilings in most rooms, outstanding cross-ventilation - Allocated space within a double garage, plus an abundance of attic storage space LIVE. This most central and convenient of locations puts many amenities right on the doorstep, including your choice of both Balgowlah Heights and Stockland Balgowlah shopping villages with their boutique shops, cafes and supermarkets. It also ranks highly in terms of access to other key locations, with bus services to the city and Manly right outside the door as well as a choice of well respected schools in close proximity. There are a number of harbour reserves, beaches and walks to enjoy nearby, including North Harbour Reserve, Forty Baskets, and the iconic Manly to Spit walk . RATES/SIZE: Water rates: Approx $139 pq Council rates: Approx $340 pq Size: Approx 354 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: - The sunlight that comes into the house throughout the day is stunning, especially in winter. - It's such a peaceful, private home, tucked away with no road noise and lots of green, leafy outlooks. - Balgowlah Heights is such a great neighbourhood, with National Park reserves on the doorstep and lots of cafes and restaurants. 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. Some images show virtual styling.