274 Sydney Road, Balgowlah, NSW, 2093, Australia

Auction on site 30 November 2024

FIND. An impeccable example of late Federation architecture has been thoughtfully blended with light-filled contemporary interiors, to create a home that honours its heritage while also producing beautiful functional spaces, that more than stand up to the expectations of modern family living. The property extends over two generous house-like levels with a favoured sunny north to rear facing position, showcasing magnificent leafy northern district views and sea breezes stretching across to Queenscliff.

LOVE. The living, kitchen, and family zones are peacefully tucked away at the rear of the home, while the superb master retreat claims pride of place on the upper level, basking in the sun-lit elevated district vistas. The walk everywhere location is only minutes from Village shopping, restaurants, bus services and just 400m from the popular Manly West Primary School. The ferry, beaches and a host of great restaurants are also a quick bus trip away in Manly.
- The 1917 property has been immaculately restored with the addition of more recent renovations and updates. Classic period features include; lovely high decorative ceilings, cornices and picture rails, spectacular leadlight windows, timber floors and beautiful fireplaces.
- The new stylish kitchen features stone counter tops, breakfast bar, induction cooktop, stainless steel appliances and a convenient adjoining modern laundry space.
- The kitchen flows through French doors to a spacious elevated deck that leads down to a child friendly sunny level green lawn and outdoor entertaining zone, surrounded by established gardens. An under-house storage and workshop space is an added benefit.
-Grand living and dining rooms showcase divine character features highlighted by lovely afternoon sunshine.
- The oversized master suite houses a huge walk-in robe, chic ensuite and luxurious oversized balcony with amazing district views.
- Additional spaces include; a large bedroom with wonderful adjoining sun room, two extra bedrooms, a multi-purpose room ideal as a work from home space and a modern family bathroom.
- A multipurpose double room attic space is a fabulous children's play area or handy storage zone.
- A charming front courtyard provides additional outdoor space and gardens surrounded by a private front picket fence.

LIVE The leafy green location is ideal, stroll into Manly via the majestic North Harbour Walk, stopping off for a picnic and swim at Fairlight Beach on the way. The shopping and cafés in Balgowlah Village and Stockland Shopping Centre are only minutes' walk away. The vibrancy of Manly and all it has to offer with restaurants, shopping, bars and beaches are a quick bus trip, with convenient services to the city a moments' walk, or catch a ferry, which is only a four-minute drive away. Great local schools, headland walks, beaches, golf courses and playing fields are all in close proximity.

RATES:
Water rates: Approx $172.79 pq
Council rates: Approx $607 pq

SIZES:
Total: Approx 257 sqm

ABOUT THE AREA

Local Transport:
- Buses to city CBD, Westfield Warringah Mall and surrounds
- Manly Wharf ferries to Circular Quay

Shopping:
- Fairlight shops and The Butchers cafe
- Stockland Balgowlah shopping centre
- Manly Corso and Wharf shops and restaurants

Schools:
- Manly West Primary school
- Balgowlah Boys High School
- Mackellar Girls Campus
- St Pauls High School
- Stella Maris College

WHAT THE OWNER LOVES
- We love sitting out on the bedroom balcony in the early evening with a lovely nor-easterly breeze and being able to hear the rustling leaves and watch the light slowly fade
- The location really is a 'walk everywhere' spot, Village shopping, restaurants, schools and transport are all within an easy walk including the water's edge near North Harbour Reserve
- There is so much character and charm within the house and its definitely low maintenance to look after, which is an added bonus

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