The Charles House at 40 East 78th St. 7E

Scroll to the end of photos on Streeteasy to watch the video! LOW COMMON CHARGES ( @ half of that of 900 Park Avenue ) at this sun – flooded 2 bedrooms- 2 baths condominium at the Charles House. All the oversized windows face west to with views of the Mark Hotel and a slice of Central Park. A large gracious foyer opens via a set of French doors into a generously proportioned L- shaped living room and dining room defined by two ornately carved columns. The glamourous old world design includes detailed moldings and parquet floors throughout. The kitchen has top end appliances such as a 6-burner Viking range, Viking microwave, Viking refrigerator and a Paykel Fisher 2 drawer dishwasher. There are rich green granite countertops and floors. There are white – raised panel wood cabinets.The guest room is now a luxurious sitting room that features a faux fireplace with a beautiful white mantel with gold decorative details. A set of beautiful French doors open into a very spacious master bedroom. The guest bath and master baths are from Sherle Wagner, the bathroom designer synonymous with luxury. The guest bath can also function as a powder room since it is located outside the guest room.The generously sized closet space includes 4 closets one of them a beautifully fitted walk-in.If you love 7 E, however desire a design with more of a contemporary flair then look at the staged photos of 7E re-imagined with simpler moldings , minus the French doors and with modern baths. Add elegant classic contemporary furnishings in a neutral palette and just like magic ,7E transforms into a sleek contemporary apartment. Be sure to scroll to the end of the photos to watch the 7E property video and the video of the Upper East Side. The Charles House is a post- modern full service condominium with a beautifully furnished rooftop that offers great Central Park and open city views. It has a fully fitted fitness center, bike room and a garage. Pet friendly. The Charles House is just one block from Central Park, just across from the Mark Hotel and near fine restaurants such as Saint Ambroeus, art galleries, top museums and top schools making it a highly desirable place to call home!