27a Johnston Crescent, Lane Cove, NSW 2066

Set well down from the street out of view and backing onto Stringybark Reserve, this spacious and character filled home ensures quiet family seclusion with a wonderfully private leafy aspect. Previously owned by Australian film producer and editor, Anthony Buckley A.M. (Caddie, Bliss, Oyster Farmer) and fondly recollected in his autobiography, Behind A Velvet Light Trap, the home has been updated to include a brand new kitchen and bathrooms plus an all-level guest wing or teen retreat.

There are four bedrooms, two (including guest wing) each with en-suite plus formal living and dining, an open plan family meals space and mezzanine library. A divine garden features alfresco entertainment areas and a stunning in-ground salt water pool with infinity edge, and this provides a focus from indoors and a balcony off the upper level. High timber lined ceilings and polished original floorboards upstairs and quarried tiles on the lower level add a rich finish throughout, while other features include an open fireplace, air conditioning, multiple skylights and a double carport.

The home is immediately comfortable and presents a unique opportunity in a serene natural setting. It's located a short walk to city buses, close to parks and schools, within a few minutes of Lane Cove village centre and easily accessible to the CBD.