1 Turimetta Street, Mona Vale

Set on a sunny level block in the heart of Mona Vale, this cottage harks back to simpler times. Private and flat yet only a moment’s drive to Mona Vale Beach or walk to the local shops, you’re away from the bustle while having access to an express city bus just down the road.

The easy driveway leads to two car spaces: one at the rear of the block and one alongside the house entry, which is made up of a garden pathway leading to the wisteria covered front deck.

The warm and generous living room has polished floorboards and a charming decorative fireplace. Rustic and ambient, this lounge and dining area opens into a kitchen, a compact bathroom with shower and the wide north facing front deck via bi-fold doors. It’s perfect for family BBQs and alfresco entertaining. There’s also a closed-in verandah accessible from the living room that’s currently set up as a bedroom and study.

The homely country kitchen includes everything you need, and nothing you don’t. It’s old fashioned and honest with all the character of a rustic homestead. At the other end of the house are 2 good sized bedrooms, sharing a larger bathroom.

Outside, the house is surrounded on three sides by a mature garden. With a bit of TLC, this could transform into lush level lawns and a mass of planting – all it needs is a few green thumbs and some structure.