47 E 88th St, Unit PH16W New York, NY 10128

Classically designed and comfortably luxurious, this beautiful penthouse in the heart of Carnegie Hill offers generous living space, an amazing wraparound terrace, and premier amenities just a block from Central Park. This expansive home with 2 bedrooms and a library, 3.5 baths and 2 maids' rooms in a coveted prewar building is designed for flexible living and is ideal for entertaining. High beamed ceilings create an airy, elegant feel. Oversized casement windows on 3 exposures bring abundant light into every room. Open city views and glimpses of the Park and Reservoir can be enjoyed from various vantage points.

From your private landing with a sunny skylight above, a main gallery with herringbone floors and coat closet welcomes you into an ambiance of beauty. The square living room with a wood-burning fireplace and adjacent dining room allow you to seamlessly host guests. Both rooms access the terrace for extending gatherings outdoors. A butler's pantry connects the dining room with the large windowed kitchen graced by plentiful counter and cabinet space, 2 wall ovens, a 6-burner stove, 2 dishwashers, counter seating, pantry closets and a desk/home office area. The library is a quiet retreat featuring built-in shelving, a walk-in closet, half windowed bath and an oversized window looking out to the terrace. In the bedroom wing awaits a bright corner master with 2 terrace doors, 4 spacious closets and a private windowed bath with soaking tub and shower. The second bedroom also has an en-suite bath and terrace access. Two maid's rooms sit conveniently off the kitchen, one with a side-by-side washer/dryer. A full hall bathroom, closet and separate service entrance complete the apartment.

Built in 1930, 47 East 88th Street is a distinguished prewar brick and limestone co-op with a full-time doorman, live-in superintendent, onsite gym, bike storage and private storage. The prized Upper East Side location puts you within minutes of the city's best shops, restaurants and shops, and of course, Museum Mile and Central Park.