53 West 11th Street, 4-5E

Be prepared to fall in love, in this charming yet spacious Penthouse Duplex in the heart of Greenwich Villages, highly desirable Gold Coast Neighborhood. This loft-like home recently underwent a full gut renovation and is simply stunning!Situated on the top two floors of a Townhouse circa 1900, this beautifully restored home is full of character, history and sophistication. The combination of two floor-through apartments allows for two separate and distinct living and entertaining areas that are connected by a beautiful steel and wood staircase. The oversized Master suite encompasses the entire first level of the home and offers a welcoming entrance foyer that is filled with light from above. The spacious and sun-filled, south-facing bedroom features multiple exposures, a deco fireplace and is incredibly charming with picturesque townhouse views. The bedroom can easily accommodate king sized bedroom set, as well as a separate home office, or library. There is a fully outfitted, windowed dressing room with laundry and a stunning bath with dual exposures and poured concrete floors.As you make your way upstairs to the entertaining level, you enter a zen-like living space with enormous Artist Atelier and ceilings that reach over 18 feet high. The floor plan is completely open with three sides of windows, skylite above and wide open Greenwich Village and Downtown Views.The open kitchen features Viking, Sub Zero and Bosch appliances, has incredible storage and is simply perfect for the at home chef. With multiple exposures, great natural light and easy access to the dining area, this is truly a special place in the home.The sitting area is simply perfect for hanging out with friends and family, or curling up to read a book. Sitting directly beneath the Atelier and gazing out the south facing arched windows, its an easy place to spend hours on end.This home exuberates charm and character every step of the way, with deco fireplaces, restored brick walls, wooden beams, and 16 wood framed windows throughout. The wide plank floors, made of reclaimed fence posts and steel framed staircase is the perfect juxtaposition.Situated 3 flights up in a lovely townhouse on a quintessential Village tree-lined block, this well-maintained Co-op is intimate and secure. It's mainly owner occupied and not investor friendly, yet does feature a liberal sublet policy. Located on landmarked and beautifully tree-lined West 11th Street, arguably the best Greenwich Village, Gold Coast block; this is one that should not be missed.