48 W 85th St

Live your own "Midnight in Paris" in New York! Built in 1887 by Thom & Wilson Architects, well-known builders who developed hundreds of houses on the Upper West Side, this particular 20' wide Queen-Anne style townhouse with Neo-Grec elements and grandiose box stoop has been restored and maintained to the highest level. The granite stoop stairs and ornate brass door knocker hint at the French and Italian-influenced Nineteenth Century Parisian design that lies within. Fabulous details include original woodwork, 8 massive fireplaces, lavish crown-moldings and coffered ceilings, Schumacher brocade wall coverings, original wood shutters and crystal doorknobs throughout. Currently configured as a 5-bedroom single-family with a garden 2-bedroom rental, the upper four floors of the home will be delivered completely furnished with timeless treasures such as Baccarat crystal chandeliers, Tiffany dishes, a Quoizel chandelier, Sherle Wagner bathroom fixtures, rare furniture, paintings, tapestries, books and sculptures from turn-of-the-century Europe and Asia. Move right in to this museum-like home of antiquities and curiosities!Layout:Parlor Floor: Entering the home from the elegant brownstone and granite L-shaped stoop, a cherry wood paneled vestibule and foyer with painted coffered ceilings lead through original pocket doors to the formal living room. This spacious room is divided into 2 comfortable seating areas with an original fireplace mantel and glorious gilded mirror. The gold-leafed dentil moldings surround a sky-like hand-painted ceiling mural. The living room opens up into a formal paneled dining room complete with a magnificent fireplace mantel, crystal chandelier and coffered ceilings. The newly-renovated cherry wood kitchen with built-in appliances is located at the rear of this entertaining floor in the wide extension. Step up through grand double doors at the rear of the dining room to enter the south-facing terrace. There is garden access by a staircase from this terrace. Third Floor: Gold medallion details, original and rare, line the rich wood banister that runs the stairs from the parlor to the floors above. The third floor is a luxurious master suite, appointed to satisfy the most lavish of lifestyles. The spacious bedroom has a gas fireplace, high ceilings, and plenty of Parisian flare. A bright marble en-suite bath is located in the south-facing extension, and a generous walk-through closet with period-style built-ins lead to a stately study, located at the front of the floor. An opulent circular-shaped painted coffered ceiling, substantial fireplace mantel, wainscoting, original built-in wood bookcase with glass doors and a three-part Queen Anne window that looks out over West 85th Street sets the scene for this room.Fourth & Fifth Floors: Four capacious bedrooms can be found on these two levels, along with two large full baths, decorated in marble and mirrors. Each bedroom has its own fireplace -each mantle unique and elaborate- fitting the style of the room. The fourth floor additionally has a washer/dryer as well as a glorious south-facing terrace off the rear bedroom with views across the Upper West Side. The fifth floor has an office/sunroom with French doors, skylights and a scuttle access to the roof.Cellar: Completely finished with 9'-6ht. ceilings, decorative arches, black granite and white glass tile checkered flooring, a steam shower and full bathroom with marble Jacuzzi, this floor is perfect for a home gym. Deep built-in closets line the space, giving ample room for storage as well. The boiler room is clean and well-maintained.Garden Floor: Renovated in 2009 in a modern, airy style, this 2-bedroom floor-thru rental apartment has a separate entrance under the stoop, and shares garden access. The current tenant pays $5,600/month, and their lease runs through December 2015. The south-facing garden is beautifully landscaped with whimsical iron street lamps and stone benches, and brilliantly lit with full afternoon sun.Notes: There are new Benra tilt-and-turn steel windows throughout home. Steam heating (2-zones), Weill McClain boiler and Insta-hot 115-gallon hot water storage tank. Central AC (3-zones) in upper 4 floors with condensers on roof, the garden unit has its own central AC.**Contact listing broker for important additional information on 48 West 85th Street**