501/54-68 West Esplanade, Manly

Set within one of Manly's most exclusive and sought-after landmark buildings, this superbly designed and crafted 'Grande Esplanade' harbourfront security apartment is located directly opposite Manly Wharf with 5-star resort facilities on-site and Manly's cosmopolitan dining scene and world-class beaches only footsteps away. Placed to the rear of the fifth floor with lift access, its impressive 138sqm title features sweeping living and dining spaces flowing to a sun-soaked north-facing terrace with leafy parkland and district views, stylish contemporary finishes and resort-like tropical gardens, a sparkling heated pool, sauna and gymnasium. Step out the door to vibrant cafes, restaurants and shopping, ferries direct to the city and a pristine beach with harbour pool, link up with harbour walks or wander a few minutes down The Corso to the rolling waves at the internationally famous Manly Beach.

* Sweeping open floor living space with a huge separate dining area and tranquil northerly views flows to the terrace
* Extensive covered northerly terrace with a large entertaining area, tranquil views over Gilbert Park and an ocean cameo
* Gourmet open plan granite kitchen with Smeg gas cooktops, wall/microwave ovens and stainless steel dishwasher
* The main bedroom includes a study alcove opening to the terrace, a walk-through robe and a full ensuite with a spa bath
* Spacious second bedroom with built-ins flows to the terrace, modern bathroom with marble vanitytops
* Tiled entrance foyer with storage shelving and a cloak cupboard, separate internal laundry
* Recently refreshed with new carpet and fresh paint, solid full brick construction plus ducted air conditioning
* Impressive lobby lounge, two lifts, fifth floor, full-time building manager, barbecue facilities and lawn for kids
* Secure basement car space with rear street access, near level five-minute wander to Manly Beach
* It's the ultimate resort-like luxury lifestyle retreat for executives, downsizers or weekenders

Water: $694pa approx
Council: $1,698pa approx
Strata: $3,411pq approx