THE DEAL
As unique as it is breathtakingly spectacular, this gorgeous duplex-style harbour-view sanctuary is a bespoke indoor/outdoor haven of elegance, luxury and calm, just steps from the silky sands and gently lapping waters of Manly Cove.
Occupying the lower two floors of a freestanding pair of residences within 'Berkely Square' - an iconic harbourfront building of only seven - the dual-level layout centres on a light-filled living and dining space with a view down the harbour, flowing into an open-plan kitchen dressed in premium, polished "Cosmic Black" granite benchtops and breakfast bar, Bosch gas cooking, an integrated dishwasher and integrated Miele fridge and freezer.
A remote-controlled glass floor reveals spiral stairs down to a private lower-floor bedroom sanctuary with built-ins and an ensuite, opening onto a fabulous communal wraparound entertainers' courtyard (effectively for your private use) framed by a sandstone feature wall and screened by a swaying palm and leafy reserve.
Soaring 3.2-metre ceilings and rich timber floorboards set the tone throughout, with ultra-chic contemporary bathrooms on both levels, a generous upstairs bedroom with built-ins, and a large third bedroom or sunroom framing views down the harbour past leafy Dobroyd Head to the Eastern Suburbs. A separate common lock-up laundry and storeroom near the back door, a share aluminium garden shed, wall-mounted heaters and electric blinds complete the offering.
Peacefully tucked away at the rear with near-level access from a quiet side street and bordered by the lush greenery of tranquil Dalley Castle Park, this is a rare pocket of sanctuary with the world at the doorstep. Cross the road to grassy parkland, the beach and a netted harbour pool, stroll under three minutes to Manly's cosmopolitan carnival of shops, cafes, restaurants and bars, plus Manly Wharf with ferries speeding direct to Sydney's CBD, or amble six minutes down The Corso to catch a wave at world-famous Manly Beach.
SEALS THE DEAL
Soak in the charm of yesteryear while savouring the refined luxuries of today - gaze down the harbour or retreat to the courtyard, step across the road for a swim or mosey down the street to catch the city ferry, grab a coffee, browse the shops or dive into an eclectic mix of dining, even paddle out for a surf. It's like living a dream holiday, every single day.
