Caterina was a wonderful hostess offering a very homey apartment. We like to cook and the kitchen was well equipped.Caterina provided a Basil plant, much appreciated. The bathroom was lovely big and spotless. The apartment is on the main road between Manly Beach and the highway going into the CBD so public transportation is plentiful and close, the road is however noisy. Beautiful Balmoral Beach is a short walk down the hill with the Bather's Pavilion and the Public Dinning Room among the many great restaurants in easy walking distance.