1/1 Boronia Street, Dee Why NSW 2099

Set within the idyllic surrounds of the Spanish-inspired El Cassa complex and only a couple of hundred metres to Dee Why beach, this beautifully-presented first floor apartment includes a spacious nor-west facing balcony on its lengthy list of attractive features. Close enough to smell and hear the ocean, the apartment enjoys fantastic cross-ventilation and gorgeous natural light that finds its way into every corner.

Bright and breezy open-plan living charms the eye with sash windows, archways and polished timber floorboards. Step through French doors to a covered balcony that wraps itself around the corner of the building and includes a handy BBQ nook, leaving plenty of space for entertaining, or sitting back to enjoy the leafy outlook over the garden.

Living connects smoothly with a sleek kitchen that features stainless steel appliances and a quality stone counter-top, as well as an adjoining laundry room for extra convenience. Tucked away, both bedrooms are double in size and feature built-ins. The modern bathroom is equipped with a bath and separate shower, and is freshened by a pleasant palette of whites and greys.

This immaculately-maintained complex boasts delightful gardens where the friendly residents can (and do) get together and socialise. The block is positioned in that sweet spot of Dee Why where the streets are quiet, yet bus stops, cafes and shops are a few minutes' walk at most.

Rounding everything up is a single lock-up garage with mezzanine storage, so there's even somewhere to stash the surfboard and the bike. Every box has officially been ticked.