55 Park Terrace East, B-24

*ALL BOXES CHECKED* This stunning and spacious 2 bedroom/2 bath home is perfectly poised to capture leafy views from all rooms; a fitting backdrop for an equally beautiful home. From the moment you enter, you will be smitten with the charm and character here. An inviting dining foyer adorned with built-in display cubbies leads to an over-sized sunken living room with custom book cases flanking a triple window…all bathed in glorious southern light. Having such gracious entertaining space is a rarity. The eat-in kitchen is equally impressive and has been newly refreshed with custom glass-front cabinetry, white herringbone subway tile back splash, full-sized stainless appliances and a huge step-in pantry. The split bedroom wing is nicely removed from the entertaining space; each bedroom is grandly proportioned with great closets, one boasting an en suite bathroom and tranquil views of the building’s famed private gardens. Throughout this pitch-perfect home are restored herringbone and hardwood floors, high beamed ceilings, understated Deco details, freshly painted walls and A-MAZING closets. Quietly situated in the sought-after Park Terrace Gardens, a top-notch pet-friendly Co-op comprised of 5 buildings surrounding lushly landscaped private gardens. Residents also enjoy common roof decks with barbecue, on-site management, a live-in super, laundry, concierge, bike storage (wait list), FREE high-speed Internet access, is over 80% owner occupied and has very strong financials. Near the A express and 1 local trains, the Metro-North Hudson Line, shopping, restaurants, wine bars and glorious Inwood Hill Park which is home to the beautiful Muscota Marsh, an extensive wetland restoration that reintroduces salt marsh and freshwater zones containing a diverse palette of native plants. This lush park also offers hiking trails, running paths, ball fields, dog runs, kayaking and plenty of green space for picnics, relaxing, enjoying free outdoor summer concerts or evening yoga. Nearby Isham Park is home to a Saturday Green Market as well. Residents of the community have access to Columbia University's Lawrence A. Wien Stadium track and can purchase memberships at The Dick Savitt Tennis Center without sponsorship by current members. HOME should be a sanctuary; a peaceful retreat that is yours alone, full of beauty and privacy. In NYC that is often hard to find, but this gem is the antidote to the stress of this moment in time.