Built c1890 and set on one of the village's most coveted streets, this double-fronted weatherboard cottage delivers an exceptional sense of peace and privacy tucked away behind the buzz of Darling Street. With a gorgeous parterre foregarden making a welcoming first impression, the two-storey home opens to an idyllic north-facing backyard wrapped in greenery offering a perfect setting for families to relax, play and entertain in the sunshine. A pavilion-style redesign honours the integrity of the original home while creating a warm, contemporary family retreat with four bedrooms, well-defined living and dining zones and the rare advantage of rear access via Little Darling Street to double garaging. Original period features provide a gracious connection to the past, complemented by an entertainer's kitchen and two stylish bathrooms for effortless everyday comfort. Footsteps to Balmain's social scene and everything from cafes and bistros to beer gardens and yoga studios, the freestanding home rests on a sun-blessed 316sqm approx, almost double the average block size in Balmain, making this an outstanding opportunity to secure one of the best.

• A reimagined freestanding double-fronted 1890s cottage
• Timeless charm meets contemporary comfort over 2 levels
• Spacious layout, 4 double bedrooms with tranquil outlooks
• King-sized master with ensuite and a north-facing balcony
• Granite island kitchen overlooking a Japanese courtyard
• European appliances, gas cooktop, filtered water, reverse air
• Dining room with a feature fireplace, original timber floors
• Stylish living with bi-folds to a travertine terrace with awning
• Lush private north-facing garden with a sunny level lawn
• Greenery all around, ancient Frangipani tree as centrepiece
• 2 large bathrooms, limestone ensuite with a Kaldewei bath
• Double garage via Little Darling St, 250m to Balmain Town Hall
• 300m to Woolworths, easy access to the city and harbourfront