12 E 64TH Street #PH4/5A

Step back in time to a more gracious era and enjoy the perfect blend of old world graciousness with modern amenities. This elegant duplex penthouse is conveniently located off 5th Avenue on the top two floors of a doublewide 1870's elevator townhouse on one of the most elegant blocks lined with limestone mansions. Perfect as a full time residence or pied a terre, this 5 room home, with a flexible layout, has 11ft ceilings,6ft tall windows framed with wood moldings, 3 gas fireplaces, a granite kitchen, 3 marble baths and hardwood floors. The renovated apartment is comprised of a large primary bedroom, an elegant living room (currently used as an office) and a den all with gas burning fireplaces and beautiful mantels. The 2nd bedroom, entry foyer, central air conditioning and straight staircase further enhance the desirable qualities this special apartment offers. The northern view through oversized windows, frames the architecturally interesting rooftops of the limestone mansions across the street and fills the apartment with light. This intimate 10 unit elevator co-op has a live out super, laundry and storage in the basement and permits 1 dog or cat per apt. Foreign and pied a terre buyers are welcome!