Entering into the grandeur of the entry level, the living room unveils soaring approximately 15-foot ceilings, with an ambiance of opulence and spaciousness, offering a stately marble fireplace topped with magnificent antique mirrors from Paris. Expansive new magnificent arched windows frame captivating vistas of Central Park, seamlessly blending the verdant allure of the outdoors with the natural, bursting sunlight indoors. Every detail has been fastidiously curated, with custom millwork-imported from the finest ateliers of Paris-adorning paneling, doors, and cabinets, and coves, while ornate lighting fixtures also from Paris, sumptuous wallpapers, and gracefully designed stair railings further enrich the ambiance. Strategically positioned mirrors throughout the salon level magnify the sense of spaciousness and luminosity.
The kitchen emerges as a chef's sanctuary, embellished with the finest stone countertops, seamlessly fusing functionality with aesthetic appeal. For connoisseurs of culinary excellence, the gourmet French LaCanche range, boasting three ovens, sourced directly from Paris, takes center stage alongside integrated Miele coffee machines, ice makers, wine coolers, and other top-tier appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen, a Jean-Louis-designed, hand-carved bar and bartender's station stands ready to cater to the whims of discerning hosts before leading into the spacious lounge to entertain guests.
Ascending to the second level, the awe-inspiring foliage and greenery from Central Park bursting through the fabulous new double-paned windows in every room. The palatial primary bedroom suite unfolds to reveal a library and sitting room, an office, two gas fireplaces, custom dressing area, and an expansive en-suite bathroom adorned with opulent marble, a built-in vanity, and a generous bath featuring double sinks and a separate grand rainfall shower. Additionally, the second floor encompasses three additional bedrooms, one being a full guest suite, a nursery, three custom-designed full marble bathrooms, and a laundry room complete with washer/dryer. There is an upstairs wet bar complete with hand-painted glass cabinetry and a Miele coffee maker.
Originally erected in 1907, 50 Central Park West stands as an epitome of distinguished white-glove service cooperatives. Recently rejuvenated with a resplendent new lobby, elevators, and hallways, The Prasada offers a cadre of amenities, including full-time doormen, elevator operators, a resident manager, private storage facilities, a bicycle room, and a well-appointed gymnasium, with plans underway for a new fitness center. Pets, pieds- -terre, and trust purchases are all welcomed with board approval. 2% flip tax paid by the Buyer. This is a co-exclusive with Modlin Group.
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Home to some of New York City’s most famous buildings like The Dakota, with its enchanting architecture, and the equally impressive San Remo just a couple streets away, Central Park West is one of the most eye-popping neighborhoods to live in.
It is historically renowned for its blending of architecture and residential living. So much so, that it earned a listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. It is thought to have some of the most diverse and beautiful skylines in all of New York and has drawn celebrity residents for decades
If world-class architecture isn’t enough for you, there are plenty of warm brownstones to be found as well. There is so much to do in Central Park West, the most obvious being in the name of the neighborhood itself. With Central Park running the length of one of its borders, there’s easy access to the park and all its wonders, running trails, row boats, and bridges. If you prefer the indoors, the American Museum of Natural History is at your service.
There are few places in the world that can match Central Park West’s varied combination of urban and residential charm, elegance, and spirit.