* Perfectly positioned, this grand two storey sandstone and ‘blue’ brick family residence, with dual street access set over 702sqm, has been sympathetically renovated to provide versatile modern living.

* Its elevated perspective affords sweeping views of the magnificent Sydney harbour and out across the ocean. The master bedroom is positioned to the fore with a large private terrace that makes an ideal place from which to witness the beauty of sunrise each morning.

* In addition to the master with multiple built-in robes and stylish mosaic tiled shower ensuite, the upper level comprises three further generous doubles filled with natural light, each room adorned with designer Roman blinds.

* The grand entrance boasts a beautiful bay window that overlooks the sprawling front lawn and manicured hedges below. Stylish dark wood floors are set off by the continuing neutral toned walls and the wide hallway gives way to a stunning formal lounge and dining with period stained glass windows, fireplace and sunny window seat storage.

* Towards the rear, wall to wall bi-folds create a stunning extension of the internal living space out to the entertaining paved patio. Gently tiered gardens provide a haven of seclusion for family life with the benefit of dual entry directly from Gertrude Street.

* This huge open plan entertaining area has definite separate zones within: a faultless integrated Miele appliance gas kitchen forms the central hub with CaesarStone island bench seating and from here you can interact equally with those seated in the dining area or around the corner in the casual living.

* In addition to all this, a further separately zoned office space has been created within the original sunroom with private access to the rear garden; a spacious internal laundry offers plenty of functional space plus 3rd guest WC; and a dedicated rumpus/media room or 5th bedroom.

* With high ceilings, wide skirtings, picture rails and the retention of period light fittings this home has plenty of traditional appeal whilst offering an enviable level of contemporary versatility well suited to growing families whose offspring are requiring rising levels of independence.

* This distinctive home represents an extremely attractive proposition, with Balgowlah Heights Public school and access to buses just metres away. Please contact James Haywood of Cunninghams Property for further information on this property.