Captivating at first glance with its striking Cape Cod elegance, this home makes a lasting impression with an elevated position overlooking a serene valley of gum trees. Set amongst beautifully established gardens, the light-soaked interiors create an engaging and tranquil retreat. On a prime 898sqm parcel in a central location, it also offers exciting scope to further extend or enhance this charming family home (STCA).Built in 1938 and designed by Eleanor Cullis-Hill, a pioneering female architect of her time, this quality-built residence showcases full brick and concrete construction throughout. The interiors radiate charm and timeless style, flowing seamlessly to divine alfresco spaces, romantic gardens, and a sparkling pool complete with its charming creeper-draped poolside cabana, all within a secure and private, northerly facing sun-drenched backyard sanctuary.The home includes a versatile multi-purpose lower level with ensuite bathroom, ideal as a fourth bedroom, games room, grandparents' or teenagers' retreat, plus dual covered parking spaces. Nestled in an idyllic and sought-after enclave, it's just a short stroll to The Glade Reserve, bus services, Abbotsleigh, Knox Grammar, and the vibrant Wahroonga Village and train station. With its elevated outlook capturing serene valley views, the whisper of gum trees, and the chorus of native birds, this is more than a home, it's a lifestyle of beauty, easy living and timeless charm.- Peaceful setting, elevated on its 898sqm prime corner block- Privatised beyond established hedging, manicured gardens- Full brick and concrete, high ceilings and engineered flooring- Large formal lounge with Jetmaster fireplace, quality timber plantation shutters throughout- Casual living/dining adjoin the well-appointed, stone-benchtop kitchen- Large Smeg freestanding gas cooker and Miele dishwasher- Bi-fold doors open to the divine alfresco terrace with extendable awning- Picture-perfect sweeping lawns, private gardens and a pool- Poolside terrace featuring a delightful creeper draped cabana- Three bedrooms with robes, large master promises comfort- Multi-purpose room or 4th bedroom lower level with bathroom- In-roof and underfloor storage, reverse cycle a/c, security alarm, CCTV, laundry- Shade cloth covered parking for two cars, 150m to The Glade Reserve- 250m to Abbotsleigh, 700m to Knox Grammar- 800m to the village, 1km to Wahroonga Station- 1.7km to Warrawee Public School and within catchment