588 West End Avenue   Unit PH17A

ENCHANTING PREWAR PENTHOUSE

A fully planted terrace wraps around this one of a kind home perched atop 588 West End Avenue, a much sought after prewar on one of the loveliest residential blocks on the Upper West Side. Loft-like, delightfully charming, and renovated throughout, this exquisite gem has it all, including a gas fireplace, 9'ceilings, Mitsubishi Mr. Slim AC and sugar maple floors. A 12' long cook's kitchen stretches along the southern perimeter with a wide window that overlooks red geraniums. The Zen-like bathroom with deep soaking tub and Toto bidet/toilet was crafted from poured concrete and cedar and has a north window. Custom walnut wood built-in's contribute to an efficient use of space. Two sets of oversized sliding glass doors lead to the private garden which features automatic irrigation, custom lighting, and exposures to the south, north and east. Professionally landscaped, plantings include evergreens, seasonal trailing wisteria and lilacs, stewartia and Japanese maple trees, plus clematis and Montauk daisies in early fall. Perfect for entertaining both inside and al fresco, this home can accommodate private dinners for eight and cocktails under the stars for dozens.

Steps from Riverside Park, the building is convenient to transportation and shopping. Built in 1922 and co-oped in 1980, the co-op welcomes pets and boasts a warm and welcoming staff led by its Resident Manager and part-time doorman (8 am-2 am). Additionally, there's a central laundry, bike and storage room (short waiting list). Please note that the sidewalk renovation now underway will be completed by July and will include new tree pits surrounded by perennial flowers and a new building front door. The co-op limits Open Houses and favors private viewings by appointment.