3/10 Augusta Road, Manly

Basking in northern sun, cooling sea breezes and breathtaking panoramas that sweep to the ocean's horizon, this sumptuous top-floor character apartment is exceptional in every way. Retaining its inherent early-1900s charm throughout an innovative architectural redesign and contemporary reimagining, its bright and spacious interiors centre around an integrated stone island kitchen that forms the social heart of the home, with a generous living and dining area on one side and bi-fold doors opening to the deck on the other. Nestled within a gorgeous boutique building of only four and surrounded by beautifully manicured common gardens, this enchanting Western Hill retreat offers the perfect balance of peaceful, leafy seclusion and cosmopolitan convenience - with Manly's vibrant village and world-class beaches just a short stroll down the street.

* Generous living and dining space with a cosy gas fireplace adjoins the kitchen and accesses tranquil views
* Internal stairs lead to a loft retreat/home office with sky windows, under-eave storage and a trapdoor for privacy
* Stone island kitchen with gas cooktops, wall and microwave ovens, and an integrated fridge and dishwasher
* There's a built-in sun lounge/booth seating with storage underneath by the kitchen, and glass bi-folds open to the deck
* The treetop north-facing entertainers' deck features a retractable awning and soaks in sea breezes and magical views
* Oversized bedrooms with built-ins, air conditioning and ceiling fans; the main has a study nook
* Stylish light coastal-themed bathroom, internal laundry, high ceilings, sash windows and engineered oak flooring
* Pristine curated gardens with box hedges, a sea of frangipanis and private terraced rear lawns for relaxing
* 270m to Paolo's Cafe, six minute stroll to Manly Village or the surf at Manly Beach, 10 minute walk to Manly Wharf
* Rear street access to a car space, one flight of access stairs from the street, 105sqm on title
* Mesmerising panoramas sweep unobstructed from the Baha'i Temple to the open sea and wide Pacific horizon
* The views, tantalising by day, fade to glorious big-sky sunsets and a patchwork of district lights by night

Water: $817pa approx
Council: $1,844pa approx
Strata: $2,063pq approx