220 Columbia Heights #5

With breathtaking views of lower Manhattan and the entirety of New York’s harbor you will never want to leave this exceptional 2 bedroom, 2 bath duplex co-op in the heart of Brooklyn Heights. Located on the much coveted Columbia Heights, this outstanding apartment is in an historic mid-19th century Italianate mansion. The living room has magnificent baronial wood paneling, a grand fireplace, waterside bay windows, and a pilot’s room perfect for a casual meal while enjoying brilliant sunsets. Additional features include a classic oval foyer with traditional checkerboard tile, a master bedroom with a decorative fireplace ornately carved in a Gringling Gibbons motif that receives brilliant morning sunlight.The private rooftop garden, featured in a soon to be published book on New York rooftop gardens, is what truly makes this apartment unique and special. The feel is that of an Italian palazzo with its own loggia offering sweeping views of the harbor and lower Manhattan. This roof garden is perfect for elegant dinner parties or casual entertaining. This distinctive home is shown by appointment only. Please provide 24 hours notice for a showing request.