An enhanced early 1900s workers' cottage forms the foundation for this elegant dual-level semi that rests peacefully near the base of the exclusive Eastern Hill, just a few steps from picturesque Little Manly Beach. Freestanding to the northeast and adorned with exquisite period detailing, it features two living spaces, a Corian kitchen with European appliances, chic bathrooms and a palatial whole-floor parents' retreat with a private harbour-view balcony. Hidden away behind tropical landscaping with a near-level paved rear garden and an extensive sun-washed deck at the front, it is less than 100m from the silky sands of Little Manly Beach and Ripples Café, while Manly's humming village scene, direct city ferry service and internationally famous surfing beach are only a stone's throw away.

• Move straight in and enjoy or enhance with designer finishes and make it your own
• Alluring façade with a covered verandah extending to a private northerly sundeck
• The front door with a leadlight inlay opens to an entrance hall with a sculpted archway
• Soaring patterned ceilings, timber floorboards, ornate fireplaces and sash windows
• Cosy living room warmed by a wood-burning fireplace with a marble surround
• Formal dining room and a family room opening via French doors to the rear garden
• Corian-benched kitchen with a gas cooktop, wall oven, microwave and dishwasher
• Palatial top-floor parents' retreat with built-ins, an ensuite and a harbour-view balcony
• Stylish vintage-themed bathrooms include an ultra-chic, full main with heated floors
• Set on 280.5sqm, near-level paved rear garden framed by hedges and tropical palms
• 460m to Manly 16ft Skiff Club, 570m to Collins Flat where a waterfall spills onto the beach
• Less than a 10 minute stroll to Manly Village, the city ferry terminal and Manly Beach
• Carport with additional car space with a large lock-up basement storeroom/wine cellar behind it