131 E 66TH Street #6-7C

Timelessly chic, and ideal for entertaining, the Estate of Wendy Vanderbilt Lehman is reminiscent of a most elegant bygone era. Upon entering, one is immediately awe-struck by the grand living room, known as the "studio," with 18 foot ceilings, fireplace and over-sized window to the North that allows the sun to saturate the apartment in natural light all day. The dining room is ideally situated between the living room and the kitchen. The room effortlessly accommodates a dinner for 14 or a more intimate gathering. The kitchen can be configured to suit any chef's needs. It has room for an island, or banquet, plenty of counter space and storage, and has two windows that stream southern light. A bedroom with full bathroom is found adjacent. There is a powder room off of the entry foyer. Specifically designed by the buildings architect, Charles A Platt, all rooms beyond the studio have southern exposures. On the 6th and 7th floor one enjoys views of the Church of St. Vincent Ferrer. The upstairs landing has been opened up as a den although it was originally designed as a fourth bedroom. The primary bedroom suite incorporates two bedrooms, allowing for a dressing room and bath room- a true decadence. An additional bedroom completes the upstairs with a bathroom en suite. There are two adjoined maids rooms on the top floor of the building which are included in the sale. The advertised maintenance is inclusive of these rooms. 131 East 66th street, also known as The Studio Building, was built in 1905 by famed prewar architect Charles A. Platt. He was commissioned to design the building because of his prominence as a leading architect of country homes. Platt designed The Studio building to invoke the concept of a home without the responsibility and upkeep typically associated with a townhouse.