1 W 72ND Street #PHC

The Dakota Penthouse C Welcome to historic living in the Iconic Dakota, New York's most distinguished West side building. The Dakota offers an unparalleled sophisticated and quiet life style. Service and elegance abound. Entering iron gates and stepping from your car in a Porte Cochere supplies the utmost privacy and a breathtaking introduction to a central courtyard. Make your dreams come true! Live in this wonderful Duplex Penthouse at the roof tops of the Dakota. Dramatic Modern architecture with soaring 25' ceilings and a floating glass staircase will surprise you as you enter from your traditional private vestibule with classic stained-glass artisanal doors. A dramatic jewel box media room in the skylighted octagonal cupola and an additional serene office space with a convenient private entrance complete the main floor of this unique architectural plan. The 44'6” Living room - Great room with a glass staircase and the open 25' ceiling, is flooded with light. An abundance of wall space provides the background setting for an art collection. A wood burning fireplace and warm oak floors combined with a brilliantly distributed floor plan set an ambiance of glamour and a relaxed life style. The eat-in kitchen with North and West exposures is equipped with a washer/dryer. Newly installed 2 zone central AC system, new windows and electronic shades add to the state-of-the-art comfort level of this residence. The amazing staircase takes you to the upper level of this home with 15'4” ceilings and 2 primary bedrooms separated by the central open skylighted hall which has the entrance to the roof terrace. There are custom closets, book shelves and an en suite bath on this floor. The floor to ceiling wall of windows in the second bedroom/study add eye-popping dramatic views and extraordinary light. The terrace has the most impressive “Parisian” view of the Dakota roof tops. It is approximately 500 square feet. The picture of the terrace is virtually staged.