220 Madison Ave, 11-A

This architecturally seamless 2 bedroom, 2 full bath apartment in Murray Hill's John Murray House features custom details throughout and abundant built-in storage. Large windows provide gorgeous views of two neighborhood landmarks: the Empire State building and just across Madison Avenue, McKim, Meade and White's exquisite Pierpont Morgan Library with its contemporary addition by Renzo Piano. Blond oak herringbone flooring, custom moldings, antique specialty hardware, recessed led downlights, a sound system with built-in speakers and concealed phantom doors and heater enclosures are among the thoughtful highlights of this chic residence. The Expansive corner living and dining room, with it's decorative Bianco Rhino marble mantle and large built-in banquette for dining is served by a chef's kitchen with deep stone counters and top of the line appliances. Gaggeanu cooktop and Miele oven, Bosch dishwasher, Sub-Zero refrigeration, an integrated washer and dryer plus a wine cooler make for effortless entertaining. The large master bedroom's CitiQuiet soundproof windows ensure a peaceful night's sleep with storage aplenty including a concealed television location. The en-suite Calacatta marble bathroom includes an extra deep soaking tub and a huge mirrored floor to ceiling medicine chest. The second en-suite bath pairs a mirrored medicine chest with a glass enclosed walk-in shower. The second bedroom, currently used as a library, is highlighted by custom brass trimmed bookshelves. The John Murray House is a sought after, exceptionally solidly built 1940's prewar building in the heart of Manhattan. Amenities include a doorman, onsite garage, landscaped roof deck, laundry, storage and bike room. Pets are allowed.