20 E 88th St APT 1F

Exquisite, first-time offered, 2 bed 2 bath duplex apartment with 365 Sq. Ft. private garden oasis, half a block from Central Park and Museum Mile. To create this exclusive space, the current owner purchased extra interior and exterior square footage from the coop. The first floor features a family room/second bedroom with 9.5 foot ceiings and a beautiful windowed marble bath with pedestal sink along with ample closet space. Descending a spiral staircase brings you to your living room complete with a built in lighted bar, dining alcove, open kitchen, master bedroom and master bath. Both levels feature hardwood floors and numerous windows. Most important in Manhattan the smart layout makes use of every square foot allowing you to entertain both indoors and out. The white chef's kitchen comes complete with a built-in stainless-steel dishwasher and LG microwave, gas stove, oven, large two door Bosch refrigerator/freezer/ice dispenser, gorgeous granite counter tops, tons of storage including a pantry and recessed lighting. The owner's suite is centered around a custom made 4 poster bed (furniture is negotiable) and the adjacent bath offers a large walk in shower as well as black marble countertops and ample cabinetry. There is a separate entrance to the lower level if you wish to bypass the spiral stairs and glass French doors lead you to your outdoor sanctuary complete with BBQ. This home has a low maintenance and is located in a meticulously maintained boutique coop building on one of the most desirable tree lined streets in Carnegie Hill. Live steps away from Madison Avenue shops and fabulous restaurants. Pied-a-terre, subletting as well as guarantors are permitted with board approval. Elevator and laundry in the building. No pets allowed. Please see attached Matterport 3D tour.