Description

The crme de la crme of CPW landmarks. Transcendent Park and 5th Avenue panoramas facing SE into the all-day sun through oversized windows, illuminate a superb 3 to 4 BR residence gracefully and lavishly designed by Ira Schachner and Stephen Morgan. A lovely entrance vestibule leads to a central gallery opening to a 29 foot LR, its long side furnishing a bird's eye view of the Pond which once prompted Holden Caulfield to ask, Where do the ducks go in the winter? Completing a grand entertaining area are a handsome Park-side library and FDR with coffered ceilings. The Belle poque Kenilworth interior has been revived by a careful restoration of its original detail, abetted by high end technology and conveniences. Among these are a striking chef's eat-in-kitchen utilizing figured maple cabinetry, 2 Sub Zeros, pro-style Viking range and carefully sourced granite counters. The kitchen is axially planned to glimpse the Park from its generous seating area. All period architecture - tracery, moulding, wall treatments, fixtures, floors etc - were rebuilt. A double-sized MBR suite with its own study has a view towards Central Park South and a sumptuous wood and marbled paneled bath ensuite. There is a well-placed powder room, a multitude of closets, Cello Sound and Crestron AV systems with HD video, full gym, attentive service and remarkably high ceilings evoking the spatial generosity of times past. Ducks would never leave a home like this. Co-exclusive.