26 8TH Avenue #5

Put your sunglasses on and enter this gorgeous top floor residence filled with light from three sides! Originally a 2 bedroom unit, it was configured by the current owner as a large open living/dining area with a library and office nook. The apartment can easily be re-configured as a 2+ bedroom. The living room has a wonderful bay of windows complete with wooden shutters, overlooking the Montauk club. The full width living room has a wood burning fireplace with a detailed mantle and inlaid parquet floors. The modern galley-style kitchen features ample counter space, washer/dryer and dishwasher. The over-sized master bedroom has a west facing window with views of the Statue of Liberty, en-suite bath and a walk in closet. The spa like master bath is complete with a sauna. If that werent enough, step up to your private well-built roof deck with views in all directions, including the harbor, Statue of Liberty, Freedom Tower and more. All mechanicals are in excellent condition and there is central AC as well. This charming and spacious apartment sits atop one of the finest examples of Neo-Grecian brownstone architecture, built in 1883 by William Flanagan one of Park Slopes earliest and finest builders. The convenient location is steps from Prospect Park, close to transportation at Grand Army Plaza and all that brownstone Brooklyn is known for. Showings by private appointment only. Apartment Features: East exposure, South exposure, West exposure, Wood-burning fireplace, Roof deck, Full city view, Full river view, Full skyline view, Prewar detail, Floors - hardwood, Light - excellent, Windows - oversized, Storage space, Washer/dryer, Dishwasher Building Features: Original detail