18 Gramercy Park South   Unit PH

Extraordinary trophy penthouse located on the 17th and 18th floors of Gramercy Parks's most distinctive pre-war condominiums, this magnificent 10-room duplex apartment, designed by renowned architect Robert A.M. Stern, offers unparalleled grandeur and scale. Resplendent with outstanding natural light streaming in from 63 windows from four exposures, this sprawling residence features a graceful layout with beautiful hardwood flooring, soaring ceilings, a fireplace, four large terraces, and a private outdoor swimming pool with views of the Chrysler Building. A key-locked elevator vestibule opens directly on to a spacious gallery which leads to the public rooms of home. There is a serene 40-foot living room overlooking Gramercy Park with an adjacent library and a corner facing dining room. Also, on the main floor is a gracious eat-in kitchen featuring hand painted cabinetry by Smallbone of Devizes; LeFroy Brooks fixtures; and top-of-the line, brand new, appliances including Wolf ovens, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and a Miele dishwasher. An en-suite staff room is located off the kitchen and in the Southern wing of the residence, there are three, sun-drenched guest rooms - all with en-suite bathrooms. The upper floor, easily accessed by either a grand staircase or an elevator, features a beautiful family room with three exposures, a gas fireplace and a wrap terrace facing the park. Adjacent to the family room is a wet-bar (complete with a sink, refrigerator and dishwasher), powder room, and french doors leading out on to a sun deck and a private heated infinity pool. The palatial master suite has two terraces, one with a hot tub, three exposures, and a well-appointed master bathroom with heated floors, a steam shower, and a free-standing cast iron tub. Classic details like rift and quartered white oak flooring throughout the home, polished marble windowsills, and hand troweled walls and ceilings coupled with the modern conveniences of Lutron lighting controls, central a