19 E 72ND Street #5/6D

Located in one of the Upper Eastside' s most prestigious white-glove prewar co-operatives just off Fifth Avenue, this extraordinary eleven into ten room duplex is a true residential masterpiece. No detail was overlooked in this state-of-the-art renovation by the world renowned architectural firm of Beyer Blinder Belle. The grand home retains the traditional classical prewar layout and details while incorporating modern luxuries to create a dramatic environment for living and entertaining. From the semi-private elevator landing, stands a magnificent entrance gallery with a sweeping staircase, a powder room and two large coat closets. All of the entertaining rooms flow off the gallery. There is a palatial living room with 10 foot ceilings and three oversized windows facing south onto 72nd Street. Adjacent to the living room is a handsome library also facing south and an impressive formal dining room which provides an elegant space for entertaining. There is an enormous gourmet kitchen which has been meticulously renovated and has four oversized windows. The kitchen features Carrara marble countertops and custom cabinets. It is equipped with a Subzero refrigerator, Subzero wine refrigerator, Scotsman icemaker, Bosch dishwasher, Thermador oven, Thermador four burner range and grill, Dacor warming drawer, built-in Sharp microwave, two sinks, a large pantry closet and a breakfast room. Up the glamorous staircase are the private quarters. The extraordinary sun-filled primary bedroom suite faces south with three huge windows and three closets with custom built-ins, two of which are oversized walk-ins. There are two luxurious en-suite renovated marble bathrooms - the first includes an oversized shower and separate bathtub; the second has a steam shower. Adjoining the master is a study (or fourth bedroom) which has custom built-ins and two walk-in closets. There are two additional bedrooms and two renovated windowed bathrooms. A staff bedroom, laundry area with a Maytag washer/dryer and a custom temperature controlled 800 bottle wine cellar complete this level. All elements of this sophisticated home have been fully modernized including five-zone central air conditioning with a thermostat for each room, Lutron lighting system, brand-new windows, motorized shades, a Panasonic integrated phone system, and a Niles audio/video system. This exquisite prewar co-operative was built in 1937 by the famed architect Rosario Candela in conjunction with Mott B. Schmidt. There are thirty-nine residences. The building is superbly staffed. A storage bin is included with the sale and there is a 2.5% flip tax.