150 East 72nd Street

Welcome to 150 E. 72nd St, Apartment 4S, a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom prewar home in the heart of upscale Lenox Hill, just three short blocks from Central Park. You will be wowed by the historic charm of this boutique building of only 24 apartments. Step off the elevator into your own private vestibule, which leads into a large entryway under a recessed ceiling. Beyond is an enormous living and dining room with lots of sun-filled windows, a wood-burning fireplace, oak floors and 10-foot-tall ceilings. The character of this room is quite breathtaking and perfect for relaxing, entertaining and dining. The spacious chef s kitchen is stunning, outfitted with Miele appliances, dual dishwashers, and even a rare (for New York City) garbage disposal. There is a large marble island and tall custom cabinets. The wine cooler, in an adjacent butler pantry, boasts separate compartments for your white and for your red. A full-size, vented washer/dryer adds everyday convenience. Add to this fabulous home central air conditioning throughout. The bedrooms are especially quiet, overlooking lush townhouse gardens. The primary features a supersize walk-in closet and an en suite bathroom of white marble with a spa-suitable soaking tub and heated floors. A shared bathroom separates the two secondary bedrooms (or maybe one is your office). A powder room showcases some of the high-end fixtures you ll see throughout the home. The entire building has been transformed to combine modern amenities with prewar detail. Originally designed in 1914 by Schwartz & Gross and fully refurbished 100 years later, it is meticulously maintained by a live-in superintendent, 24-hour doorman and three porters. Enjoy a state-of-the-art gym, a children s playroom, and a versatile all-purpose media room. This building has: elevator central air conditioning 24-hour doorman live-in super bike room gym conference room laundry room children s playroom Sorry NO PETS The neighborhood's culinary and social life includes fine dining at spots like Bella Blu and Come Prima. Cultural needs are equally well served. The Frick Museum sits just off the park, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Park Avenue Armory and Asia Society and Museum are just blocks away. So is an Apple Store. The Upper East SIde offers a peaceful, community-oriented lifestyle with easy access to the rest of the city. The nearby Q, N and R subway lines and 72nd Street crosstown bus make your journey a breeze.