285 Central Park West, 5-S

Extraordinary opportunity for the discerning New Yorker to own a palatial 12 into 9 room apartment in the St. Urban, one of the crown jewels of Central Park West! Featuring approx. 3,750 SQ FT with direct views of Central Park and turn-of-century grandeur, this magnificent residence is truly one-of-a-kind!

Upon entering the tremendous gallery and loft like living room and library, you are enveloped by beautiful direct views of Central Park and the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir highlighted by a series of large park facing windows.

Enjoy lavish entertaining with as many guests as you wish while the separate bedroom wings provide privacy and sanctuary when needed. A rare offering, Apartment #5S is one of only a handful of S lines that acquired two additional bedrooms and a bathroom to the original layout. The expansive space (complete with four full bathrooms) can easily adapt to one's own personal desires, which could include as many as six bedrooms.

This true turn-of-the century treasure provides all the conveniences of modern living with the addition of a classically designed chef's eat-in-kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped with a six burner Viking range, a 48'' Sub-Zero refrigerator-freezer, Bosch dishwasher and washer dryer.

Restored prewar details throughout include soaring 10.5 FT coved ceilings, lovely archways, 7 FT mahogany doors, over-sized windows, two decorative fireplace mantels, charming French doors, towering door frames and classic moldings.

The St. Urban, designed by Robert T. Lyons in 1906, is one of the city's landmarked Beaux-Art style structures. A 13 story full service building with only 52 residences (just two apartments per landing) offers an intimate and private environment. The shareholders have taken serious pride in caring for their building, which is maintained in impeccable condition. A Resident Manager, 24-hour door-men plus two porters, assures a well-run building and provides the utmost in service and security for the residents. Amenities include a state of the art gym, a play area, central laundry, and bike room.