255 West 95th Street, 6-B

This special two-bedroom, two bathroom duplex, boasts a full-size private terrace and two wood-burning fireplaces. Located in the heart of the Upper West Side, this sun-filled penthouse is move-in ready. Enjoy an abundance of natural light that streams in through the oversized windows. Ideally located on a tree-lined block in a handsome prewar boutique coop with very low monthly maintenance, this beautiful home offers old-world elegance, scale and detail with modern feel and comfort. To top it off, the large private outdoor terrace enhances the formal expanse and is wonderful for gardening, dining al fresco, entertaining or just relaxing outdoors. Lovely architectural details include pristine hardwood floors, crown moldings and two wood-burning fireplaces in the living room and master bedroom. The impressive scale is enhanced by high ceilings (10-feet on the formal floor), three exposures, a huge living room skylight, oversized picture windows and floor-to-ceiling windows and terrace doors encompassing the full south-facing living room wall. Views from the south-facing apartment overlook a pretty tree-lined block as well as the unique architectural landmarked views over Pomander Walk. The very elegant duplex layout separates the formal open entertaining expanse from living spaces on two separate floors. The top floor layout presents an open loft-like entertaining expanse with a huge skylight, a beautiful custom-designed built-in dining banquette with cabinet storage that can accommodate large-scale entertaining, a pretty renovated open kitchen, a wood-burning fireplace and a large outdoor terrace outfitted with electricity and water. The windowed kitchen is fully equipped with marble counters complemented by a stone backsplash, abundant cabinet storage that reaches the ceiling and stainless appliances including refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, electric stovetop, large oven and built-in microwave. The first-floor layout (or residence wing) includes a lovely entry foyer, two spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms and generous storage including cleverly concealed built-in storage under the staircase. The stunning oversized master suite is beautifully appointed with over 9 ceilings, two picture windows drawing in extraordinary southern light and a lovely wood-burning fireplace for those cozy winter nights. The master bathroom features a double vanity with an adjacent dressing area with custom floor-to-ceiling closets. The spacious second bedroom enjoys a large closet and an adjacent full bathroom. Through-wall air conditioning units can be found on both floors.This beautiful, bright and airy two-bedroom duplex home offers a highly desirable and convenient location near all the best of the Upper West Side, as well as a very gracious floor plan for both living and entertaining. Building amenities include a roof deck, central laundry room, storage bins, bicycle room and a new video intercom system. Pets are welcome.