34 Gramercy Park East, 8-B/R

Key to the Park! For the discerning buyer: “Two bedrooms designed into one bedroom” This exquisitely designed apartment has been meticulously restored, having undergone an extensive renovation with no expense spared. Every aspect of the apartment has been addressed with impeccable attention to detail and only the finest quality elements were selected. The entire apartment has new electrical systems, plumbing and noise reducing windows and two-zone central air-conditioning and humidification system. There are many restored period details unique to the building, such as plaster crown moulding from the original design of 1883, fixtures, custom millwork and cabinetry, all having been integrated flawlessly. As you enter a welcoming vestibule, you are led to an almost 30’ living and dining area. The high ceilings and beautiful new solid oak herringbone floors are a perfect backdrop for furniture and art that reflect your aesthetic. A dramatic windowed hall with grand wall sconces and custom millwork lead to a top of the line kitchen with beautiful custom cabinetry, fine appliances, Moroccan tiles and an exquisite ceiling motif. The stove and washer/dryer are vented out. The powder room, wrapped in dramatic and charming wall covering, has a restored and operable 1880’s period fixture, from the original 1883 designs. There is a niche home office located off the hall that is now outfitted with custom cabinetry. An inviting spa-like Moroccan tile bathroom is equipped with radiant heated floors, a shower/tub wet room and a refurbished 1880’s Yale tub and custom commode by Catchpole & Rye. The double sized bedroom suite with beautiful fixtures includes a handsome fireplace (with a moisture vapor flame function) that has the original tiles and mantle. The expansive dressing room has a gold leaf ceiling, custom millwork with fine hardware and numerous closets. There is also a discreetly hidden built-in safe. Residents enjoy a 24-hour doorman, live-in building manager and full staff. There is a package room, private storage, central laundry and bike room. Pied-a-terre ownership is permitted and the building is pet friendly. “The Gramercy” is the city’s first coop and one of New York’s most coveted buildings. It was built in 1883 in Queen Anne style with a grand arched entrance featuring mosaic floor tiles and Lincrusta covered walls. The lobby has beautiful Grueby and Minton mosaic tiles, Tiffany stained glass and the original fireplace, hearth and mantle mirror. Home to many famous people, past and present, it is one of Manhattan's treasures. With this distinguished address, you have access to Gramercy Park, the only private park in Manhattan.