Upon entering, you are greeted by exquisite finishes and impeccable attention to detail. The expansive living area boasts soaring 11' ceilings, flooded with natural light streaming in through three oversized west facing windows adorned with beautiful ornamental moldings and window seats, creating an inviting ambiance for both relaxation and entertainment.
The chef's kitchen, designed by Boffi, is a culinary enthusiast's dream, featuring top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, and stainless steel counter tops that give ample space for meal preparation. Host gatherings with ease in the adjacent dining area, perfect for intimate dinners or lively soir es with friends and family. Custom marble radiator covers and decorative fireplace add an elegant touch to the space, seamlessly blending style and functionality.
Just off the kitchen and dining area, there is a separate office that boasts a Miele washer/dryer and a lofted bed for additional guest accommodations. Additionally this lower level also includes a powder room and large coat closet.
Retreat up the elegant stairway to two bedroom suites, both boasting decorative fireplaces, custom built-in closets and en-suite bathrooms. This charming home also features central air conditioning and surround sound.
Residents of 1281 Madison Avenue enjoy convenient access to world-class dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. With Central Park just moments away, endless opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation await.
Quick Profile
Carnegie Hill is a small neighborhood at the northern tip of the Upper East Side that borders Central Park. It is steeped in history, great wealth, architecture and culture. It is known for its world-class museums and its rows of historic mansions. Nothing much changes here as the entire area is landmarked, preventing the proliferation of high-rise developments. Thus the buildings stay a human scale, the sky is aplenty and the neighborhood kind of feels like a small town to its long time residents.
The name Carnegie Hill is derived from the industrial magnate Andrew Carnegie, when Carnegie decided to build himself a mansion at 91st Street and Fifth Avenue….
Carnegie Hill is a family neighborhood with old fashioned upper crust money. The mid-rise co-ops that line the avenues are among the most prestigious addresses in the city. The avenues are lined with small restaurants, boutique shops
The residential towers that have proliferated on the eastside of Third Avenue in the East 90s simply do not exist between Lexington and Fifth.