1 Sutton Place South, 12-D

Situated in Sutton's most gracious and prestigious cooperative, this un-classic six, with three full baths, boasts 12 foot ceilings and direct views of the East River and Bridge, as well as lovely views west on to Sutton Place. Upon entering the apt, one immediately notices the architectural detail and Old World elegance of this home, which is evident in the beautifully proportioned rooms, its grand scale corner living room with wood-burning fireplace and the original herringbone floors and crown moldings. Bathed in sunlight throughout the day with unobstructed city and river views the home is currently configured with a huge square master bedroom with oversized bathroom ensuite, and an open library/2nd BR with windowed bathroom. The cozy dining room is excellent for intimate dinner parties; and the large windowed kitchen, with custom handpainted tiles from Portugal, and maid's room with full bath, are intelligently separated from the living and dining areas. Although practical for many purposes in its current configuration, the apartment can easily be restored to its original classic six elegance. Washer/Dryers are permitted as are thru-wall and central AC. Completed in 1927 and designed by Rosario Candela, who was widely considered to be the country's greatest architect of luxury apartment buildings, 1 Sutton Place South, which has distinct Italian Renaissance detailing, is one of the city's grandest apartment houses. This pet friendly, 13 story cooperative, which has a fitness room, and individual storage cages, features a distinct triple-arched entrance driveway opening onto a magnificent lobby that, in turn, opens onto the building's private garden facing the East River. Unmatched in its design, and ultimate white glove service, 1 Sutton Place South is fit only for the most discerning buyer.