50 Gramercy Park North, 3-B

SMACKING FABULOUS: APARTMENT 3B

A MUST SEE. Nothing like it on the park, nor will there be. RARE.

Gazing upon the coveted verdant green known as Gramercy Park, which remains lovingly intact from the 1830s and privy to every season, is the incomparable 3B. This exceptional residence is pure swank. Magnified by 12 foot ceilings and floor to ceiling windows (literally walls of glass), the voluminous great room and kitchen deliver a breath-taking interior and vista. The 2729 square foot loft-like design makes for a lovely light-filled, floor-through continuum via massive southern and northern exposures. To add drama, all of this happiness is accessed through a 27 foot entry gallery -- quite the grand entrance. Custom-made for festive entertaining or quiet evenings with the wood-burning fireplace, the stunning south-facing home is filled with park and sky. Be it electric spring flowers, golden autumn leaves or snowy bare trees, 3B is an apartment for all seasons.

Jewel-like, park-facing library with adjacent study/office, enriched by beautiful Wenge paneling, provides a luscious place to read or watch the telly. Study closes for complete privacy for zoom meetings or videotaping: could be a 3rd bedroom.

Pure aesthetic reveals itself in the new chefs kitchen designed by the owner, an aficionado of the culinary arts and pleasures. Custom made in Brooklyn, the gigantic 9.5 foot by 5.5 foot island is constructed of the finest stainless steel with a fully integrated 45" x 18" dish drain sink. Full wall backsplash is white subway tile and touches of warm wood mix with the stainless finishes. This immaculate design includes everything necessary for the experience: Wolf range, complete with pot filler and Sub-Zero appliances: full size glass refrigerator, matching wine storage (140+), separate ice maker, two under-counter freezer drawers. Full height glider drawers and open shelving provide quick easy access. Dreamy.

Both ensuite bedrooms are quietly tucked away from the grand entertaining. Primary suite features custom closets outfitted in Grey Oak by Poliform and a spa-like bath with travertine double basins, heated floor, a deep soaking tub and a large steam shower. The serene Zen-like second bedroom is a result of its luxurious cashmere lined walls, a most elegant sound-proofing. Misc: Roman travertine from Tivoli is featured throughout the apartment as well as white oak floors. All new HVAC, new solid walnut doors and hardware. Sound system installed.

Created by Ian Schrager and designed by acclaimed British architect, John Pawson, 50 Gramercy Park North is the perfect combination of storied history and modern luxury. Located on Manhattan's last private park, 50 GPN is a discreet, boutique cooperative run with condo rules, and offering its residents 24 hour doorman and concierge, and most importantly, a key to Gramercy Park.
Designed by Samuel B. Ruggles, this private domain is accessible only to surrounding residents.

Shown by Appointment.