We're quite biased, and you will be too after you snap up this pretty three bedroom villa, enjoying direct access from your backyard to acres of parklands.

As if being situated in the heart of Parnell, literally on the edge of the city, isn't enough; remarkably, you also have the unique benefit of a stunning leafy northerly outlook and "hear a pin drop" serenity.

Alberon Reserve (through your back gate) heralds an extensive palm collection, bush and wetland boardwalks, plus open grassed areas with peeps of the harbour.

This character-filled home enjoys chic open-plan living, a modern kitchen, two stunning white-tiled bathrooms (one with bath), and electric central heating & cooling throughout. The master bedroom even has a walk-in wardrobe.

There's superb indoor/outdoor flow to decks for entertaining, and the fully-fenced and landscaped backyard with fire-pit is perfect for pets, pottering and relaxing.

Parnell District School is literally at the top of the road, as are the trendy Gladstone Road cafes and shops. It is also double Grammar zoned and moments from Parnell Village, Rose Gardens, the waterfront, and more.

Seriously for sale by committed vendors; pretty, park-side, city-edge living doesn't get any better than this.

* Freehold - North-facing - Direct access to Alberon Reserve * 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 storeys * Spacious open plan living areas with modern kitchen * Fully renovated with building inspection report available upon request * Central electric heating & cooling * New gas hot water infinity system * Original timber floors * Two decks - fenced backyard * Parnell District School and DGZ

Floor area: 120 sqm (approximately) Land area: 281 sqm (more or less) C.V. (2017): $1,950,000

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