340 W 57TH Street #19AB

Apartment 19AB at the Parc Vendome is a sun-drenched corner 8-room luxury home high atop the city in a superb prewar white-glove condominium offering the best of both worlds. Located in the heart of the city's cultural epicenter, the building is within a few blocks of Central Park. In a stunning renovation, this high-floor approx. 3,400 SF combination home features four exposures showcasing open city views from every room with plenty of natural light streaming in throughout. The gracious layout offers numerous entertaining spaces including a huge corner living room, formal dining room, eat-in chef's kitchen, spacious den/media room / library with extra tall ceilings, and a glorious and extended entry foyer and gallery. A blend of custom-designed old-world details including beautiful moldings, casement windows, pocket doors, custom shaded glass doors, hardwood walnut floors, and two-wood-burning fireplaces blend seamlessly with modern comforts and quality finishes. Contemporary amenities include top-of-the-line appliances, laundry closet with full-size washer and dryer, renovated baths, and custom built-in audio, lighting, and custom-fitted storage. Private living spaces are wonderfully separated from formal entertaining with a huge corner den/media room library with floor-to-ceiling open bookshelves and a stunning wood-burning fireplace for cozy nights. The stunning corner living room has four windows drawing extraordinary natural light and spans nearly 30 feet. A wood-burning fireplace as its centerpiece the space can be accessed off the formal dining room as well as the gallery. The formal dining room is bathed in natural light and can comfortably accommodate entertaining on a large-scale. The bright and spacious eat-in Chef's kitchen is fully outfitted with plenty of space for informal dining or gathering. A large central island is perfect for preparation on a large scale as well as a wonderful gathering space. Plentiful custom cabinetry is balanced by slab marble counters and glass tile backsplash. Top-of-the line stainless appliances include Wolf 6-burner gas range oven with vented hood, Wolf microwave, two Sub Zero refrigerators and wine refrigerator, and two Bosch dishwashers. Just off the kitchen is a bright, windowed guest room with custom storage and Murphy bed with full en-suite bath. All three bedrooms are incredibly bright and spacious with open city views and plentiful custom closet storage. On one side of the den is the sublime primary suite with a wall of closets, a large walk-in windowed dressing room closet, and spa-like primary bath with marble surfaces and basketweave tile flooring, deep soaking tub, double vanity, heated towel rack, and spa shower. On the opposite side of the den are two bedrooms, one of which is a corner with two exposures, a full marble bath with deep-soaking tub and copper fixtures, and a large laundry closet with Whirlpool washer and dryer. Both bedrooms have great storage with custom, built-in storage and a built-in desk in the corner room. 340 West 57th Street, also known as The Parc Vendome is a full-service luxury prewar condominium in the heart of the city with a north and south building and four attended lobby entrances. Designed by the architectural firm Farrar & Watmough in a neo-classical design, the iconic buildings were completed in 1929 and 1931. White glove service includes full-time staff including 24-hour doormen at each address, a live-in-superintendent, and concierge service. Luxury amenities include beautiful private English gardens with fountain, two sundecks with panoramic views of the city, private dining room, billiards and card room, music room, library, two newly renovated laundry rooms and onsite management. Pets permitted. Common charges include electricity, heat, water, and gas. Monthly assessment: $602.76