345 E 57TH Street #PHAB

This one of a kind, sophisticated penthouse is a jewel of Sutton Place, primely located in an elegant prewar cooperative. This penthouse features stunning city views in every direction with exceptional wrap around terraces, soaring ceiling heights and a unique year-round solarium. A private elevator landing leads into the impressive living room with coffered ceilings that reach beyond 11 feet high, elegant stained glass windows and a wood-burning fireplace. Large French doors lead to the solarium, where sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline can be enjoyed all year round, along with access to terraces on both sides. The penthouse features an ornate formal dining room that is the epitome of elegant entertaining, with beautifully paneled walls and magnificent stained glass windows. The well-equipped kitchen faces west, with a Subzeo refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, a washer/dryer unit and plenty of storage. The grand library has soaring ceiling heights and an ensuite bath which can easily be transformed into an additional bedroom. The northside of the penthouse has two bedrooms, both with ensuite bathrooms and fabulous views of Manhattan. The primary bedroom has a wood burning fireplace, a substantial closet outfitted by Smallbone and a separate dressing room. The primary bedroom also features a private entrance to the northeast terrace. This penthouse is a rare gem in Sutton Place. The Sutton Place neighborhood is exceptionally suited to luxury living, with speciality marketplaces, a Whole Foods and soon the long-awaited addition of the 2nd Avenue subway. The apartment comes with storage and there is a 2% buyer flip tax.