3 Pacific Parade, Manly, NSW 2095

An innovative architectural reimagining of an early 1900s-character semi has created a luxuriously liveable and carefree haven with an uplifting sense of light, warmth and calm in a premier beachside address. An artful fusion of elegant vintage ambience and contemporary style, its streamlined dual-level layout features open floor living and dining space flowing to a private entertainers? courtyard, deluxe stone island kitchen, superb main bedroom suite and a fitted study alcove. Peacefully nestled amid near-level landscaped gardens requiring minimal upkeep, it is located in the exclusive and highly sought-after ?Manly Flat? within a four-minute stroll of everything from Manly ?Boy? Charlton Swim Centre, Graham Reserve and express city buses to trendy Pittwater Road delis, mid-beach eateries and the sand and surf at Manly Beach.

* A sumptuous carefree luxury retreat for executives, empty-nesters or families in a sublime coastal lifestyle setting

* Secure gated access via keypad or video intercom to a north courtyard screened by lush, landscaped gardens

* High ceilings, plantation shutters, spotted gum timber flooring, louvred windows, skylights and ducted air conditioning

* Bright open living and dining space with electric blinds opens via stacked glass sliding doors to the rear courtyard

* Deluxe kitchen with a three-seat island bench, Smeg induction cooking and semi-integrated Miele dishwasher

* Spacious bedrooms with built-ins and white vaulted timber panelled ceilings, the two upstairs have built-in study desks

* Private study alcove with a fitted timber desk and cabinetry, beautifully styled contemporary bathrooms with underfloor heating

* Leaf-screened rear entertainers? courtyard with bench seating and a hot/cold beach shower with side path access

* 4 minute stroll to playing fields/dog park at Graham Reserve, 5 minute wander to Harris Farm Markets

* A near level 10 minute walk to Manly?s cosmopolitan village scene and 13 minutes on foot to Manly Wharf

* Carport with lock-up storage behind and above, entrance hall with soaring raked ceilings, plenty of internal storage

Council: $1,920pa approx.

Water: $676pa approx.