170 East End Ave, MAIS-2

This perfectly renovated and light-filled three bedroom duplex combines the best of townhouse living with all of the services and extensive amenities of one of Manhattan’s finest condominiums. Truly ideal for the discerning buyer, this glamorous home has views of Carl Schurz Park and Gracie Mansion. One of only two maisonettes at 170 East End Avenue, it has been beautifully transformed by architect Edward I. Mills into a stunning, sophisticated, and carefully curated residence that marries the grand scale of a traditional apartment with a luxurious, modern aesthetic.

A private street entrance opens into a formal entry gallery with dramatic zebrawood walls. The central gallery leads to a spectacular art-deco inspired stair with curved nickel-plated balustrade. The large living room is perfectly proportioned, with up to 12' ceilings, enormous windows, recessed art lighting and a modern and elegant interpretation of traditional wood paneling that is a recurring design motif used throughout the home. The gracious flow of the open entertaining spaces lends an airy, welcoming ambience to the traditionally scaled rooms. Opposite the living space, across the central hall, is an elegant formal dining room, with oversized windows looking across East End Avenue to the park.

The beautiful eat-in chef's kitchen features marble floors, Caesarstone counters, custom Siematic cabinetry, a 48” Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine cooler, Miele dishwasher, two Wolf ovens and a 36” gas range. A large windowed breakfast area is flooded with sunlight and is a perfect spot for casual dining, featuring a custom made leather banquette and limed oak floors. The back hall leads to a full guest bathroom, the service entrance connecting to the building lobby, and two large coat closets.

The show-stopping staircase curves around a structural column and leads up to the private quarters’ three bedrooms, central sitting area perfect for a den or library, and a laundry room. The corner master suite is quiet and tranquil, with a huge walk-in closet and a sumptuous marble-clad five-fixture bath. All three bedrooms feature views of Gracie Mansion and Carl Schurz Park, with glimpses of the East River. The second bedroom is presently connected by a hidden paneled door to the master suite, and configured as a luxurious study and dressing room, with cerused oak built-ins and paneling, and an en-suite travertine bathroom. The third bedroom is an elegant guest suite with its own private bath and large closet.

170 East End Avenue is the top full service condominium in the East End Avenue/Gracie Square neighborhood. It was designed by world-renowned architect Peter Marino and offers 24-hour white glove service, and outstanding amenities. The building’s 12,000 square feet of amenity spaces include a fully equipped gym, Pilates studio, yoga studio, squash court, golf simulator, playroom, 40 seat screening room, interactive/game room, billiards room, courtyard with waterfall and a library which serves coffee and light breakfast daily.