240 East 55th Street, 2-A

Rented fully furnished, this EXTRAORDINARY junior 1 bedroom offers a turnkey solution for the discerning person who wants a tranquil oasis in a charming and convenient Midtown neighborhood.

Apt. 2A faces south with picturesque garden views and bright blue skies from 18 feet of wall-to-wall windows.

The long entrance foyer has 12 feet of closets and opens into a dining/office area. A large peninsula seats three. There is an Amana double-door refrigerator, a 30-bottle wine cooler/beverage center, and lots of storage cabinets.

The living/bedroom area features, among other things, a queen-sized bed, a sofa, a bookshelf/cabinet system, and a wall-mounted TV. Electric, remote controlled window blinds can be set for shade or full blackout.

The kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances, including a Bertazzoni four-burner range, a Frigidaire Professional Series microwave oven, and a 24-inch Bosch dishwasher.

There are solid hardwood maple floors throughout the residence, as well as attractive black and white ceramic tile in the kitchen and bathroom.

240 East 55 Street is a sought-after cooperative building nestled between Third Avenue and Sutton Place, and within jogging distance to the new East River Promenade and Central Park.

Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and other excellent shopping and dining options are nearby.

The building has part-time doorman service, a full-time porter, and a live in superintendent. Laundry room in the basement.

No pets (dogs, cats).