Commanding a tightly held northeast corner setting in one of the most sought-after buildings on the exclusive Eastern Hill, this near-original security apartment is immersed in a breathtaking panorama sweeping from the Fairy Bower and wide-open ocean horizons to the Central Coast and across the district to North Harbour. Positioned on the fifth floor, with glass-embraced living and dining spaces flowing to a wraparound northeast balcony basking in the views, it rests within the beautifully landscaped grounds of the immaculate 'Marlborough Gardens' with lift access. Seize a rare and prized opportunity to create the ultimate designer lifestyle haven within 250m of the serene waters of Cabbage Tree Bay, 320m to the sand and surf at Manly Beach, and a short leisurely stroll to the vibrant village hub and iconic city ferry wharf. • Held by the one owner for the past 38 years – a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity • Breathtaking panoramas from St Patrick's Seminary to yacht-studded North Harbour • Gaze out at endless open seas and the world-class Fairy Bower surfing break • Views from the Central Coast to Manly Village, the district and North Harbour • Exceptionally bright and breezy layout with knockout views from almost every room • Generous L-shaped living and dining with glass sliders and windows framing the views • Easy flow to a covered wraparound northeast terrace with a large entertaining area • Near-original kitchen with views of the ocean and Fairy Bower • Sunny double bedrooms open to the north balcony, the main has built-ins and an ensuite • Tidy original bathrooms, entrance foyer, separate internal laundry, linen cupboards • 173.4sqm on title, full brick, high ceilings, new carpet/light fittings • Immaculate landmark building embraced by park-like lawns and landscaped gardens • Double lock-up garage and a lock-up storage cage in a secure basement area • 250m to the Bower Café, 600m to Shelly Beach or shopping and dining at Manly Village