55 Johnson Street

Freshwater NSW 2096

Commanding a prized north-facing backyard position in one of Freshwater's most tightly held streets, this masterfully updated dual-level character home delivers an extraordinary blend of heritage charm, designer interiors and resort-style outdoor living. Thoughtfully transformed throughout, the free-flowing sunlit interiors preserve the grandeur of original Federation detailing - ornate cornicing, original fireplaces and rich timber floors - while offering a contemporary standard of living that is rarely found in this pocket of the Northern Beaches.The generous open-plan living and dining area flows seamlessly through stacking glass doors to the expansive covered alfresco deck, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor connection that is the heart of this home. The fully renovated designer kitchen impresses with a large stone island, integrated dishwasher, quality appliances and a servery window overlooking the garden - perfectly positioned for entertaining. A formal sitting room with original fireplace adds a cosy retreat, while a fourth bedroom on the ground level provides valuable flexibility for guests or a home office. Upstairs, the master suite is bathed in northern light and opens to a private covered balcony framed by treetop canopy, accompanied by two further bedrooms and a beautifully refreshed main bathroom.Outside, the north-facing rear garden is a true resort-style sanctuary - a heated mineral pool gleams amid lush tropical plantings, a level lawn is framed by frameless glass fencing, and a covered alfresco pavilion with skylight is purpose-built for year-round entertaining. An outdoor rain shower, hammock deck and detached studio complete an outdoor offering of genuine rarity in this market.Set just 1200m from Freshwater Beach, moments to the village, Harbord Road shops, cafes, two primary schools and direct bus links to Manly and the city - this is one of the Northern Beaches' most compelling lifestyle opportunities. Exceptional north-facing rear dual-level character residence, masterfully updated throughout Ornate period cornicing, original brick fireplaces and rich timber floors throughout Expansive open-plan living and dining flowing seamlessly to covered alfresco deck Designer renovated kitchen with large stone island, integrated dishwasher and servery window Stacking glass doors creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow; covered alfresco with skylight Heated mineral pool with frameless glass fencing, level lawn and tropical garden surrounds Outdoor rain shower, hammock deck and detached studio/workshop Four bedrooms across two levels; master suite with private covered balcony and built-in robe Beautifully refreshed main bathroom and second bathroom; internal laundry Formal sitting room with original fireplace; fourth bedroom ideal for guests or home office Plantation shutters, timber floorboards, ornate period detailing throughout 17 solar panels, ceiling insulation, NBN connected; 407sqm north-facing parcel Single lock-up garage plus additional rear driveway parking 1200m to Freshwater Beach; moments to Freshwater Village, Harbord Road shops and Harbord Diggers Bus links to Manly and the city; close to two primary schools and several high schoolsDisclaimer: All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and interested parties should rely on their own enquiries.