Description
Situated just off of Fifth Avenue on one of the most desirable and picturesque blocks in Carnegie Hill, 13 East 94th Street is noteworthy for its graceful bow-fronted Georgian Revival stucco façade and timeless details. This splendid and grandly-scaled residence exudes elegance and is a superb example of architecture from New York’s Gilded Age. Throughout, soaring ceiling heights, magnificent proportions and scale, ample sunlight, and pretty outlooks impress and are complemented by a graciously ascending staircase, wood-burning and gas fireplaces, a fully terraced and lushly planted garden, a terrace, and a Juliette balcony. Strikingly and impeccably renovated by Alex Papachristidis, this very sophisticated residence incorporates state-of-the art technology with traditional architectural elements. Features include an elevator as well as new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, communications and security systems. Residence: Lower Level: Cardio and Weight-Training Exercise Rooms, Laundry Room, Wine Storage, very ample cedar closets, and a Powder Room. First Floor: Entry is into a vestibule that opens to a large Gallery with a decorative fireplace and access to a Powder Room, Adjacent is a separate entrance with sizable Mudroom. Beyond, a custom eat-in Chef’s Kitchen accesses the beautiful trellised Garden. Second Floor: South-facing Living Room with wood-burning fireplace and a Wet Bar. Opposite, the beautifully proportioned Dining Room with a gas fireplace enjoys delightful Garden outlooks and is supported by a Service Pantry and staircase. Third Floor: South-facing wood-paneled Library with bow-front windows and a Powder Room. Opposite, there is a lovely Bedroom with very ample closets and an ensuite bathroom. Fourth Floor: Primary Bedroom floor includes a South-facing Bedroom, a Sitting Room with a fitted Dressing Room, a bathroom with separate shower and soaking tub, and very ample mahogany closets. Fifth Floor: The top floor has four additional Bedrooms, two bathrooms, and access to a lovely Terrace from one of the bedrooms. Above, there is an oversized skylight that floods the house with sunlight throughout the day.
