FIND. Located at the prized harbourside end of Fairlight's Hill Street, a striking monochrome façade hints at something quietly beyond special. Step inside and discover a beautifully reimagined freestanding residence where period elegance and contemporary confidence co-exist with ease. Set across two refined levels the home feels instantly warm and considered designed for modern family life, relaxed entertaining and everyday comfort. With seamless indooroutdoor flow and a calm, private atmosphere, this is a home that invites you to slow down and settle in.
LOVE. Original period details set the tone, while a thoughtful renovation with subtle art deco nods and a relaxed coastal sensibility elevates the home through high-end contemporary finishes and seamless spatial flow. From the stylish fluted cornices to the art deco pendant lights, every element of the renovation has been thoughtfully designed, seamlessly blending comfort and convenience with exquisite attention to detail, no expense was spared.
- At the heart of the home, light-filled open-plan living and dining flow seamlessly to a secluded wraparound hardwood entertaining deck via bi-fold doors with custom retractable flyscreens, creating an intimate setting for relaxed gatherings and everyday living.
- The kitchen is both beautiful and highly functional, featuring a Smeg black enamel freestanding chef's cooker, brushed gold accents, black ceramic butler's sink, generous 2.4-metre island, integrated dishwasher, servery window and a substantial butler's pantry including additional dishwasher and sink.
- The master suite is a true retreat, complete with wall-to-wall custom robes and sliding fluted glass doors opening to an enclosed sunroom, perfect as a home office, parents' lounge or quiet escape.
- Both bathrooms feature Spanish terrazzo flooring, heated towel rails and curved stone vanities with dual basins, with the ensuite further enhanced by a freestanding bath and bespoke walk-in shower.
- Upstairs accommodation is generous and flexible, with two oversized bedrooms, a versatile media room or fourth bedroom opening to a deep covered balcony with leafy district outlook, and a stylish family bathroom with separate W/C and premium finishes throughout.
- Dark-stained engineered timber flooring, custom joinery and a cohesive designer palette.
- Secluded rear entertaining deck with retractable sensor awning, established gardens requiring minimal upkeep, plus an outdoor shower, lock-up shed, wide gated side access and off-street driveway parking.
- Zoned, Wi-Fi controlled ducted air conditioning, louvre windows capturing cooling north-easterly sea breezes, ceiling fans in all bedrooms and fully insulated walls and ceilings.
LIVE. Perfectly positioned close to everything yet peacefully removed from the bustle, this tightly held harbourside pocket offers the best of Northern Beaches living. Walk to Fairlight Beach, North Harbour Reserve, Balgowlah Village and Fairlight shops, with Manly's cafés, wharf and coastal walks just a scenic stroll away. Surrounded by a welcoming neighbourhood of families and friends, cooled by sea breezes and designed for low-maintenance weekends, this is a home that delivers lifestyle, community and lasting comfort in equal measure.
RATES/SIZES:
Water rates: Approx $287.64 pq
Council rates: Approx $773.80 pq
Size: Approx 284.5 sqm
ABOUT THE AREA
Local Transport:
- Buses to city CBD, Westfield Warringah Mall and surrounds
- Manly Wharf ferries to Circular Quay
Shopping & Dining:
- Fairlight shops and The Butchers cafe
- Stockland Balgowlah shopping centre
- Manly Corso and Wharf shops and restaurants
Schools:
- Manly West Primary school
- Mackellar Girls Campus
- Balgowlah Boys Campus
- St Pauls High School
- Stella Maris College
WHAT THE OWNERS LOVE:
- Location, location, location. We are close to everything, especially the beach but also far away enough from the hustle and bustle.
- Our home gives thoughtful nods to the art-deco era whilst still curating a relaxed coastal lifestyle.
- Our low maintenance home allows weekends spent enjoying the beach, walks along the harbour and friends around for a BBQ
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