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For the first time in decades, this spectacular duplex at 10 Gracie Square is being offered to the market. Perfectly situated along the building’s center line and graced with nearly 200 linear feet overlooking the East River, this magnificent 11-room residence spans approximately 5,200 square feet. Notably, every room enjoys delightfully unobstructed river views. Grandly proportioned, defined by exquisite prewar detailing and soaring ceilings, this superb residence features three bedrooms, four and one-half baths, two private balconies, and fireplaces, creating elegance and distinction throughout its principal entertainment spaces.

Located in the prestigious and picturesque enclave of 10 Gracie Square, this superb and sun-flooded duplex residence boasts sparkling East River views from nearly every room. With soaring high ceilings, magnificent scale and an overarching and stately elegance, this glorious home is perfect in every way.

From a private landing, a gracious entrance Gallery opens into an enormous Living Room awash in natural sunlight from a sweeping wall of windows framing serene East River views. Soaring 10-foot ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and access to a private Terrace lend both grandeur and warmth. Abundant in scale, light, and architectural character, this exceptional space reflects the enduring sophistication of classic prewar design.

Adjacent is a refined Library, also with a wood-burning fireplace, and a magnificent Dining Room. Adorned with Gracie wallpaper and a gorgeous period marble mantel for its wood-burning fireplace, this room completes the enfilade of entertainment rooms, offering a perfect balance of glamorous entertaining and elegant spaces for daily living.
The bright Kitchen features a large picture window with mesmerizing views of the river and the greenery of Randall’s Island. The Kitchen is supported by a proper Service Panty with abundant storage and laundry facilities, a wood-paneled wet bar, and wine storage. A powder room completes this level.

The Upper Floor is accessed by an elegantly curving staircase in the Gallery or via a convenient back staircase.

The Primary Bedroom Suite, configured from two original Bedrooms and two bathrooms, is an extraordinarily spacious and welcoming retreat, generous in scale and proportion. Featuring sublime East River views throughout, the gorgeous Bedroom’s suite encompasses two luxuriously sized, spa-like bathrooms, a private Terrace, two Dressing Rooms, and an Office.

There are two additional generously-sized Bedrooms, each with an ensuite marble bathroom, very ample storage, and sparkling River views. Across the hallway is a staff room that conveys with the apartment.

10 Gracie Square is a white glove cooperative and offers its residents the very highest levels of service and discretion. Designed in 1930 by William Lawrence Bottomley and Rosario Candela, its sublimely elegant design incorporates an interior vaulted driveway with its own marble walkway and doormen at both the East 83rd and 84th Street entrances. The building also has a state-of-the-art fitness center with a basketball/ squash court. Situated just south of Carl Schurz Park and with access to the East River Promenade, it is in close proximity to a number of the city’s best schools and is nestled in one of the city’s most attractive and inviting neighborhoods. Listing courtesy of Sothebys International Realty ...
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