137 FRANKLIN Street #1

Discover a home unlike any other in the city in this three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom maisonette delivering breathtaking proportions, sun-kissed designer interiors, exceptional craftsmanship and extraordinary outdoor space. This rare Tribeca triplex blends townhouse-like living and condo convenience in the heart of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhood. An oversized foyer flanked by coat closets and a chic powder room welcomes you inside this nearly 2,600-square-foot sanctuary where soaring ceilings and walls of casement windows create an airy ambiance and dramatic scale. Heated wide-plank hardwood floors usher you to the indoor-outdoor great room, a magazine-worthy destination for relaxing and entertaining surrounded by a marble gas fireplace, double-height ceilings and designer lighting. Sunlight graces this inviting space throughout the day thanks to bright eastern and southern exposures. Here, glass doors open to a private 600-square-foot paved terrace with tall privacy walls - the perfect setting for al fresco dining and gardening. Inside, chefs will enjoy a gourmet eat-in kitchen featuring sleek, floor-to-ceiling white cabinetry, marble countertops and state-of-the-art appliances by Sub-Zero, Miele, and Thermador, including double ovens, an integrated coffee system, and a large wine refrigerator. A glass staircase leads to the second floor, where bedrooms enjoy optimal peace and privacy. In the serene primary suite, enjoy a king-size bedroom with tray ceilings and a huge custom dressing room with illuminated cabinetry. The pristine en suite spa bathroom boasts a double vanity and a large wet room steam shower and soaking tub, all surrounded by floor-to-ceiling white marble. Two spacious and bright secondary bedrooms on this level share a beautifully appointed hall bathroom. On the home's lower level, you'll find a spacious living area perfect as a family room, media lounge, gym, office or all of the above. An extra-large laundry closet with a sink and stacked Miele washer-dryer complete the space. Enjoy effortless convenience thanks to a complete home automation system that controls lighting, temperature, window treatments, and entertainment in this work-of-art Tribeca retreat. Built in 2012, 137 Franklin Street is an ultra-private, three-unit boutique building offering a virtual doorman system, key fob entry, storage and laundry. Monthly maintenance includes the land lease, twice-yearly window washing, AC filters, trash removal, and common area cleaning. From this superb location within the Tribeca Historic District, you're surrounded by the coveted neighborhood's remarkable shopping, dining and nightlife, including One White Street, Rigor Hill, Gotan, Locanda Verde, Frenchette, Bubby's and The Odeon. Nearby Whole Foods and the year-round Tribeca greenmarket will satisfy your gourmet shopping needs. Just two blocks west, Hudson River Park provides 500 acres of waterfront outdoor space and recreation, including fantastic Pier 25 and 26 amenities. Transportation couldn't be easier with A/C/E, 1/2/3, J/Z, N/Q/R/W and 6 trains, excellent bus service and CitiBike stations all nearby.