22a Ernest Street, Balgowlah Heights

Step through the gate and descend into a private garden paradise with near-level lawn areas and sun-drenched decks enveloped by soaring gums, exotic palms and fragrant hibiscus, where a beautifully designed residence blends effortlessly into the landscape. Wrapped in expansive spreads of glass and artistically crafted in an earthy modern aesthetic, the single-level home features separate living and dining spaces, a sleek open-plan kitchen, ultra-chic bathrooms and a private basement retreat area. Placed on 556sqm with a north rear aspect and tranquil leafy outlooks at every turn, its central leafy setting is a short stroll to the primary school, village eateries and harbourside parkland.

* A secluded sanctuary with a rainforest-like ambience, coupled with a residence styled to complement the setting
* Generous glass-framed living space with a cosy gas log fireplace overlooks the gardens, pond and water feature
* Glass French doors open to a vast sunlit entertainers' deck with an automatic awning and tranquil northerly views
* Separate dining room with a skylight, storage cupboards and leafy picture-window outlooks over the lush gardens
* Stylish open plan stone kitchen with V-Zug induction cooking, integrated Miele fridge/freezer and dishwasher
* Extra-spacious bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, the main and guest bedrooms have ensuites
* Ultra-chic bathrooms with fixed and hand-held shower heads and heated flooring, the main ensuite has a bath
* The sunny basement retreat is a flexible breakout room with a laundry sink and bench that doubles as a wet bar
* High ceilings, plantation shutters, timber flooring, ducted air conditioning and ceiling fans in most rooms
* Enclosed and private near level front lawn and deck areas with a feature pond and water fountain
* Hidden front deck and rear courtyard bask in northern sun, and the tropical gardens are exquisitely landscaped
* 150m from buses to Manly and express services to the city, 180m to tennis courts, 320m to The Heights Cafe
* 310m to Balgowlah Heights Public School, 770m to Tania Park and 800m to village shops, eateries and IGA
* Automatic double garage with storage underneath, walk to Clontarf Beach and Forty Baskets Beach

Council: $3,223pa approx
Water: $798pa approx