The Chatham at 181 East 65th St. 26A

Elevate your lifestyle in this classic, finely updated Upper East Side home at the exclusive Chatham condominium. Set high on the 26th floor, the luxurious 4 bedroom 4.5 bath gem boasts nearly 3,000 sf of gracious living space, with light pouring in from walls of windows and iconic views to the west, south and east capturing Central Park, the NYC skyline and East River. This prized offering is reserved for the discerning buyer seeking a grand home in a premier full-service building. Sophisticated elements enrich the ambiance, from airy 10’ ceilings to tasteful moldings, and extensive, meticulously-crafted custom built-in cabinetry, shelving & storage found in every room.

Welcoming you into 26A is an elegant gallery hall with stunning marble flooring and ample wall space for your art collection. Generously-proportioned public rooms on either side afford an easy flow for entertaining. Awash with natural light, the expansive living room is a perfect backdrop for hosting guests, with large picture windows showing gorgeous vistas of Central Park, cityscapes & open sky. Across the gallery sits a formal dining room for special gatherings, with its own sun-filled oversized windows, rich herringbone-pattern wood floors, and custom built-in cabinetry/buffet.

Adjacent for convenient serving is a beautiful eat-in kitchen styled with custom white cabinetry, white tiled backsplash & white/grey-tone marble countertops, offset by gleaming black floors that extend to the windowed breakfast area. Premium stainless steel appliances are at the chef’s disposal, including a Decor double oven & stovetop, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher & Marvel wine fridge. Off the kitchen is a large pantry, service entrance, and home office with en-suite full bath.

The gallery’s center hall with a spacious closet and chic powder room proceeds to custom French doors leading to a bedroom with a wall of custom built-ins. Entry to the southwest corner master suite is introduced by a fabulous dressing area with custom-outfitted closets galore, antique mirrored custom built-ins & a phenomenal walk-in. Not to be outdone is the updated master spa bath clad in marble offering a soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower & postcard views. Also on the home’s south side accessed by a separate gallery entrance is a southeast corner bedroom suite, guest bedroom, hall bath, and washer-dryer.

Designed by preeminent architect Robert A.M. Stern, the magnificent Chatham epitomizes full-service luxury living with a 24-hour doorman, concierge, resident manager, fitness center, Pilates room, and parking garage. Best of all is the coveted location in the heart of the Upper East Side, right near Central Park, major museums, upscale restaurants, and designer shopping along Madison & Fifth Avenues. Pets are allowed.