JUST FINISHED RENOVATION of this penthouse duplex apartment Enter this striking penthouse with 10ft high ceilings and be awed by the abundance of natural light. The expansive living space has seamless integration between kitchen, dining and lounging, the centerpiece of which is the magnificent wood-burning fireplace with hand carved mantle. (Original to the building when it was constructed in the 1800s). Throughout the apt, the oak strip floors have been stained a rich deep brown, which contrasts beautifully with the bright white woodwork on all doors and moldings. The Elegant white, black and gray kitchen has classic raised paneled cabinet doors hand painted in a hi-gloss white enamel, Carrera marble back splash, black granite counters and an eating/prep counter with 1 thick solid walnut butcher block top by John Boos. On the main level there is also a half bath with washer/ dryer and a large master bedroom with 3 closets (including a big walk in) and an en suite bathroom To get to the 2nd floor theres a grand staircase swathed in natural light from the stunning pyramid skylight above. Up here is the fabulous multi level 400-foot Ipe deck thoughtfully designed for entertaining and relaxation. Theres a stainless steel kitchenette with refrigerator and storage, plus a gas line for a grill, a handcrafted steel fountain and abundant boxwood hedges that are automatically watered on a timer and will stay green even through the grey winter months. On the second floor you will also find the serene (2nd) Master bedroom through two pocket sliding glass doors. There is an impressive floor to ceiling stone fireplace conveniently retrofitted with a gas insert so one can enjoy blazing fires with just the flip of a switch, and its flanked on either side by a walk in closet and windowed en-suite bathroom. The bedroom window frames a dramatic view of swaying treetops with leaves so dense you feel like youre in a tree house in the woods, a sharp contrast to the neat row of brownstones lining 89th that is showcased on the north end of the apt . The building is a charming brownstone with just one apt per floor and situated just half a block from Central Park and just 1 blocks from the C and B subway. Like most brownstones it does not have an elevator but its just a quick three flights to this absolutely exceptional oasis. For a showing please contact: jameslepow@gmail.com You wont be disappointed!
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