The Porter House, 66 Ninth Avenue At the trend setting and ultra exclusive epicenter of Gansevoort Market, more commonly known as Meatpacking District where Chelsea and prime West Village intersect,lies the equally exclusive, intimate yet vibrant boutique Condominium, The Porter House.
The Porter House, 66 Ninth Avenue At the trend setting and ultra exclusive epicenter of Gansevoort Market, more commonly known as Meatpacking District where Chelsea and prime West Village intersect,lies the equally exclusive, intimate yet vibrant boutique Condominium, The Porter House. Originally built in 1903, The Porter House (aptly named after the most prime cut of meat) served as a wine warehouse until it was reborn a century later as a boutique luxury condominium designed by prestigious architectGregg Pasquarelli of SHoP Architects, Sharples Holden Pasquarelli. Upon thisRenaissance Revival style prewar six-story structure,a modern and sleek 15,000 square foot off-angle zinc and glass box was envisioned and exquisitely constructed. This dramatic and masterful combination of prewar and modern design is further accentuated by the Zinc Metal Clad modern addition set back from the front faade facing Ninth Avenue, which is cantilevered over the neighboring buildings. 66 Ninth Avenue, The Porter House comprised of a mere 10 floors with just 22 residences continues to be the architectural darling of this petite and intimate neighborhood after nearly a decade of the districts remarkable evolution. The Neighborhood, Gansevoort Market aka Meatpacking District Once famously known for blocks of meatpacking plants, lumberyards and tenements, Gansevoort Market with its cobble stone road charm and Renaissance Revival architecture is now regarded as the Madison Avenue of downtown Manhattan with the chic-est of the chic boutiques, ultra fine dining, exclusive and private members only clubs, a world renowned walking park and Museum, Five star Hotels and of course the very best people watching in town. Within mere steps from one another along West 14thStreet to Little West 12th Street, one will find the powerhouse designer boutiques such asAlexander McQueen, exclusive retailerJeffery,Moschino,Scoop,Diane Von Frustenberg and ultra fine dining to includeFig and Olive,STK,Buddakan,Standard Grill to name a few. And we must highlight the nightlife! There is a renowned, thriving and exclusive night life within this little Gansevoort Market where the Jet set meet the Fashionistas atBagatelle,Top of the Standard, Le Bain, PH-D, ProvocateurandCatchand where the fun and excitement are endless. To soothe your cultural fascinations, the world renowned one mile long elevated landscaped parkThe High Lineis one of the most fantastic public amenities to grace the neighborhood along with an abundance of notable art galleries within blocks andChelsea Marketto the North. And with great anticipation, the residents are eager to welcome one of the most respected art institutions to the landscape, the internationally acclaimed,Whitney Museum. This petite and glamorous neighborhood is a little Manhattan jewel indeed which may be experienced personally and most intimately with the acquisition of this very special and coveted offering. The Offering6E Offering a rare and highly anticipated opportunity to rent a one-of-kind designer two bedroom plus windowed study, triple exposureover 2000 square feet residence with 100 square feet of private outdoor space. RESIDENCE6Eis a mint twobedroom plus windowed study or Nanny’s bedroom, three bathroom, South, East and North facing,with a grand and inviting living room and open chefs kitchen, 11 foot ceilings at 2039 square feetwith approximately100 square footexquisite private South and East facing terrace. The residence offers spectacular south facing sunny and openviews of the heart of Meatpacking District. 6E includeslarge private storage. Available immediately.