high above the bustle of manhattan rests a sanctuary - a peaceful, pre-war home - a magical residence swimming in sunshine and graced by heavenly breezes. from this rare penthouse residence's supremely scaled, private, freshly renovated, irrigated, gardened wrap-around terrace, your jaw will drop and your heart will race as you engage in one of our city's most compelling vistas. big sky is the theme here, and your unencumbered, picture postcard, panoramic views span from verdant central park to the east, and across the iconic city skyline to the south - soaring all the way to the western skies. originally designed by emory roth, this enchanting home was created with easy living and gracious entertaining in mind. the over-scaled living room's wide orientation offers a remarkable front row seat to the terrace - served by handsome new doors that feature that cinematic view. surrounded by the unrivaled terrace, this grand room offers a sizable dining area, and easy access to the al fresco dining space on the terrace's widest point. the kitchen is an attractive yet practical windowed space with plentiful cabinets, stone counters, stainless appliances, a clever dining bar, and a bonus pantry that offers a unique opportunity for expansion. with its en suite, classic, windowed bath, its golden western exposure, and its terrific scale, the master bedroom suite is deserving of the name. the large guest bedroom is beautifully flanked by the luscious terrace and inspiring southern exposure, and is served by its own classic windowed bath. this resplendent residence, with its high ceilings, ample closets, washer/dryer, sweet foyer, and its soulful nature, is the rare crowning jewel atop one of the westside's most supremely located, full service buildings. here, in this magnificent penthouse, tranquility and distinction are the themes. surrounded by nature and world class vistas, life is both peaceful and inspiring. it's time for beauty - it's time for excitement. make it so.
this terrace has the layout the access and the size to be very useful. it also has the views to make it enjoyable.
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1318 int SF
Direct Living|776 ext SF
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upper east
30 east 65 #15a
$2,875,000
Expert Opinion:
views are good from this otherwise unremarkable terrace. a bit too narrow for some forms of entertaining, but some ingenuity can still make is awesome.
Coop|2 Beds|2 Baths|1300 int SF
Direct Living|950 ext SF
Courtesy of corcoran
lower east side
222 east broadway #4a
$2,875,000
Expert Opinion:
not wide enough for anything more than some sideways chairs, but this makes for a perfect planting terrace
Condo|3 Beds|3 Baths|1471 int SF
Direct Living|156 ext SF
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upper west
211 west 84 #phb
$28,750,000
Expert Opinion:
at nearly 10 feet wide and with direct access to all the public rooms, this terrace has the location, and layout to be a perfect extension of the interior.
Condo|6 Beds|6.5 Baths|6205 int SF
Direct Living|439 ext SF
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kips bay
250 east 25 #phb
$2,898,000
Expert Opinion:
the terraces on the main floor are just large enough to be practical. but it is the terrace on the roof that is an entertainers dream.
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1123 int SF
Direct Living|620 ext SF
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lincoln square
1965 broadway #8e
$2,900,000
Expert Opinion:
currently not much of character, but the size is good enough for almost everything, and views are decent.