3 Bower Lane, Manly, NSW 2095

Tucked in just one property from the oceanfront within, metres of the lapping shores of Cabbage Tree Bay, this exclusive freestanding, freehold residence has been meticulously renovated to provide a bespoke seaside sanctuary reminiscent of a French Riviera-style luxury villa. Crafted in a crisp white palette with a glass-embraced open floor layout capturing natural light, ocean scenes and cooling sea breezes, it opens effortlessly to a sun-drenched terrace and tranquil walled courtyards with a covered alfresco entertaining area. Placed on 316sqm of landscaped gardens requiring minimal upkeep, its prestigious and sublime setting is metres to the iconic Bower Caf?, Marine Parade and the access stairs to Cabbage Tree Bay, and only a four minute wander by the bay to secluded Shelly Beach or the rolling waves at world-famous Manly Beach.

* A trophy low-maintenance lifestyle haven nestled in a boutique oceanfront cul-de-sac at the base of the exclusive Eastern Hill

* The Mediterranean flavour extends from the styling and alfresco areas to the caf? and promenade next door by the bay

* Ocean scenes over the bay to the Fairy Bower surf break, slumber to sounds of waves washing the nearby rocky shores

* Only 50m barefoot to the seaside access stairs for a swim or snorkel over the reefs of the Cabbage Tree Bay Marine Sanctuary

* Gated access to a sunny walled forecourt with an ocean view that makes its way to a skylit entrance hallway

* Extensive open floor living space with a glass atrium, new cast iron fireplace and a separate dining area by the kitchen

* Floor-to-ceiling glass walls with glass sliding doors overlook and open to a tranquil landscaped north courtyard

* The sunny courtyard adjoins an enormous covered entertaining area with a feature arch ? ideal for alfresco dining

* Stone-crafted open plan kitchen with a breakfast bar, Smeg gas stove, dishwasher and sliding window to the alfresco area

* Palatial main bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite plus a guest bedroom with built-ins and ensuite

* Easy flow to a north-facing verandah that leads to a rooftop terrace with a concealed bar area and an ocean outlook

* Sleek new bathrooms with light limestone-look floor-to-ceiling tiles, stone vanities and raised wash basins

* Full brick, high ceilings, engineered oak flooring, plantation shutters, ducted air con, gas outlets and CCTV

* Seven-minute stroll to the heart of Manly Village, shopping and thriving eateries, 11 minute walk to Manly Wharf

* Automatic double lock-up garage with a huge storeroom, storage cupboards and internal access

Council: $7,464PA approx.

Water: $676PA approx.