I spent 3 very pleasant nights at Phil & Seiko in beautiful Manly. The house is perfectly located, a few minutes walk from the ferry wharf (20mn to Circular Quay/ CBD on the ferry which runs every 20 or 30mn depending on the time of day) and the Corso. If you do not have too much luggage to carry you can get from the airport to the house in +/- an hour, which is much cheaper than a taxi and takes about the same time. The house is very quiet and the room is clean. The kitchen, living/dining room are shared with the hosts who are charming. There are not as many amenities as in Airbnb rentals that align with modern hotel standards but the stay was pleasant. The room does not have a direct sea view but it overlooks a quiet alley leading to the Parade which itself leads directly to the beach. Overall a very good stay and I would come back again!