An inspired design by Marston Architects and a no-expense-spared embrace of cutting-edge appointments and craftsmanship unite in this breathtakingly spectacular new build to create the ultimate resort-like designer sanctuary just above picturesque North Harbour Reserve. Centred around a magnificent family social and entertaining venue anchored by a fully integrated Miele island kitchen, it is flanked by a continuous floor-to-ceiling glass wall to the north that stacks neatly away to provide seamless integration with a sun-drenched covered entertainers' terrace. Showcasing cool design features such as a near self-contained granny flat, huge fitted home office and a butler's pantry adjoining a wine cellar, it is crafted in select stone and timber and appointed with every conceivable luxury. Nestled on 651.3 sqm approx. with near-level rear lawn and a sparkling heated pool screened by exquisitely landscaped tropical gardens, its exclusive location is 100m from Forty Beans Café and harbourside parkland, and an easy stroll to Forty Baskets Beach and Balgowlah Village. • Expansive family and meals area with floor-to-ceiling glass stacked sliders/doors to the north • The glass sliders/doors frame outlooks of the tropical gardens and pool, and draw in the north sun • Seamless flow to a covered northeast terrace and sun-dappled near-level lawn • A media lounge separated by a recessed sliding door flows out to the terrace • Deluxe kitchen with a six-seat stone island bench and butler's pantry with a sink • Miele induction cooktop and two ovens, integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher • Glass-fronted 400-plus wine cellar with stairs down to a wine storage area • Generous sunlit bedrooms with built-ins, main with a walk-in robe and ensuite • Ultra-chic bathrooms, home office/fifth bedroom with a fitted desk and balcony • Level front lawn and tropical gardens, statement entrance foyer with powder room • Separate near self-contained studio retreat with a kitchenette and bathroom • High ceilings with LED downlights and strip lighting, skylights and louvred windows • Heated flooring in the living areas, bathroom and terrace, the ensuite has heated walls • Surround sound by the terrace and pool, 13.4kW solar panels, garden shed with power • Tiled flooring downstairs, spotted gum flooring and air conditioning on the upper level • Deep near-level rear lawn is private and fully enclosed, heated pool and spa • A boardwalk and irrigated tropical gardens with lighting line the north boundary • Two minute stroll to city buses, nine minute walk to Balgowlah Heights Public School • Minutes to village shops, Manly's beaches and eateries, as well as the city • Recessed from the road with private driveway access, parking in front of the garage • Double garage with epoxy flooring, workshop/storage areas and internal access
