This richly-appointed, impeccably-crafted & renovated 4 bed 2.5 bath Maisonette Duplex in an upscale Upper East Side prewar cooperative is the epitome of luxury living. Your own private street entrance invites you into a grand and elegant townhouse-style home, complemented by the amenities of a premium full-service prewar building.
The main level entry foyer proceeds into sophisticated living/entertaining space graced by such stunning features as gleaming hardwood floors, hand-carved woodwork & finishes, airy wood-clad ceilings designed by former Columbia University campus architect & Architectural History professor Dean Telfer, tasteful built-ins, and a beautiful Tiffany tile gas fireplace to gather around. Lounge or host guests in the formal living room, which seamlessly spills into the spacious light-bathed dining room across the way.
Preparing gourmet meals is exceptional in the large chef?s kitchen appointed with slab marble walls & countertops, generous cabinetry, double sinks, a suite of Viking stainless steel appliances including a stove with vented hood, double oven & heated drawer, plus a wine cooler & custom dish rack. Also featured is a huge walk-in pantry, lovely leaded glass window & convenient service entrance. A powder room, laundry/utility room (easily convertible into a 4th bedroom/staff room) & abundant closet storage complete the comfort.
In the central gallery, an exquisite wood staircase of superior quality, set on sturdy steel beams, ascends to the divine sleeping quarters. Here awaits a sunny master retreat with an enormous walk-in closet, and en-suite spa bath with a soaking tub, multi-head shower & separate water closet. A 2nd bedroom with custom oak cabinetry & dual closets, 3rd bedroom with a built-in queen bed & 12? walk-in cedar closet, and 2nd full bath occupy the upper story as well.
Built in 1929, 520 East 86th Street offers residents a full-time doorman, onsite gym, private outdoor garden where one can relax or reserve for parties & events, a bike room, and pet-friendly policy. A storage bin is included with the sale. As alluring is the prized location half a block from Carl Schurz Park, minutes from excellent shopping, dining, and public transportation.
Co-Exclusive with Edward Joseph of Christie's International Real Estate.
Broker previews available by appointment-Wednesday's 10:30-12PM.,ARCHITECTURALLY MASTERFUL MAISONETTE. This immaculately renovated duplex maisonette in a coveted Pre-war Co-op offers the discriminating buyer true townhouse-style living with gracious entertaining rooms, three bedrooms plus staff/utility room, and three full baths. Located half a block to beautiful Carl Shurz Park, this home has a private entrance on East 86th Street and its very own address. The complete renovation, supervised by notable architect Dean Telfer, took over a year to complete. The exquisitely handcrafted coffered wood ceilings, railings, cabinetry, mouldings, and Venetian plaster walls throughout this home are some of the numerous details that distinguish this unique property from any other on the market.
The first floor features beautifully proportioned and comfortably elegant entertaining rooms, as well as a large windowed gourmet kitchen with magnificent marble counters and backsplash, large prep areas, top of the line appliances and a walk-in pantry. There is also a full bathroom and a staff/utility room with washer/dryer.
A dramatic staircase leads to a spacious second floor landing. The oversized master bedroom has a luxurious windowed marble bathroom with heated floors, soaking tub and multi-head shower. There is an enormous walk-in closet with custom built-ins. There are two additional bedrooms which may be used as guest suites or, as currently configured, home office and den.
The home?s mechanical systems include central air conditioning on the first floor and thru-wall on the second floor, as well as a central vacuum system.
Enjoy the luxury of townhouse living in a full service building with full-time doorman and resident manager. 50% financing is permitted and pets are welcome.
