1220 Park Ave. #11B

12 rooms at 1220 Park Avenue-This rarely available Rosario Candela masterpiece in Carnegie Hill has perfect original detail, open city views and wonderful southern light. Classically beautiful, the apartment entrance is from a private elevator landing into a grand and gracious gallery with original varnished wood doors and Candela hardware. At the end of the gallery, double doors open to a perfectly proportioned south and east facing corner living room with a wood-burning fireplace, complete with 18th Century mantle. Also off the gallery is a charming library with a second working fireplace, and an elegant formal dining room with timeless Gracie wallpaper. The kitchen area goes on forever and has a butler’s pantry, a large main kitchen area and a “servant’s hall” which connects to three maids’ rooms and a full bath. The south facing private bedroom wing, with its wide and pretty hallway, has four generous bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The apartment is in pristine condition. 1220 Park Avenue is one of Carnegie Hill’s most prestigious and desirable co-operatives with an elegant lobby, a wonderful full time staff, storage and a building gym for owners.Showings: M – F, 1 – 5pm.