5 Birkley Road, Manly NSW 2095

An exquisite case study of the Federation form, this sublime home takes the grandeur of period architecture and adds to it contemporary convenience and modern luxury with an inspired extension.

Flaunting the soaring ceilings, curved archways, hardwood floors, original fireplaces and stained-glass windows that define the home’s historic era, it follows a beautiful layout that places refined living and dining spaces at front amidst the period details. Casual family zones occupy the renovated rear, centred around a European kitchen and inviting the leafy outdoors in, via bifolds, louvers and atrium ceilings.

Four bedrooms upstairs are blessed with generous sizing and beautiful light, the family bathroom on standby with twin basins, separate bath and frameless glass shower. The master bedroom is lavish in dimension and lists large robes and a stunning fireplace among its features. The integrated sunroom extends the private space even further, conjuring visions of study or sitting room applications, complete with gorgeous district and ocean views enjoyed through feature casement windows.

Landscaped gardens frame the spacious courtyard, an inviting retreat suited to both large-scale entertaining and quiet moments in the sun, while forming a natural extension of the already generous living arena on offer. A lockup garage plus extra parking feature as head-turning inclusions in this extraordinary location, where Manly, its beaches and ferry are reached within a leisurely stroll.