396 Beach Road, Beaumaris

Just metres to the beach, Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary and the Bay trail, with views that stretch from the CBD to Oliver's Hill, this architect-designed 1950 cream double brick home delivers both the space and flexibility for an outstanding family future in this coveted location. Set back from the road on a north-west facing allotment of 1075 sqm (approx) with the trees as a buffer this immaculately presented family home, tightly held for the past 43 years, is perfect to enjoy immediately. It also offers scope to add your own personal stamp to it. Alternatively, it could be the site of a luxurious contemporary home.(STCA). Whatever your choice, this is a rare opportunity for lovers of the Beaumaris lifestyle. Standing tall and proud, this light-filled home retains many original features, from its crazy paving to its well-proportioned rooms with corner windows and built-in joinery. The extensive garden is a haven for birds and local wildlife, drawn to its mature plants and trees. The ground floor boasts a formal living room with open fireplace opening to the dining room, a study with a wall of built-in cabinetry and front garden vistas, a powder room and family living zone. The kitchen opens to the modern dining and living room with contemporary fireplace, solid timber parquetry floors and a wall of north-facing windows and door to the terrace and garden. A shower off the laundry caters to returning beach goers. Upstairs four bedrooms include the main bedroom with Bay views, two built-in robes and a walk-in wardrobe. Three more generously sized robed bedrooms, including one with Bay and garden views, share a central bathroom. Walking distance to the beach, Ricketts Point Beachside caf, and the Marine Sanctuary, with easy access to schools, parklands, transport, shops and cafes, it has heating, a rumpus or games room which could also be used as a studio and a four-car garage.