210 W 78th Street #PH-A

* Note, currently configured as a 2 bedroom plus dining room. A rarity on the market, this gorgeously constructed and never-listed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath boutique, Tudor-style penthouse is the epitome of prewar perfection, combining Upper West Side elegance with modern amenities, high-end design, and an abundance of outdoor space. Perfect for an owner accustomed to playing host, the central feature of the home is a large landscaped wraparound terrace with an integrated outdoor sound system, outdoor lighting, and irrigation that boasts unparalleled, postcard-worthy views towards Central Park. Following cocktails at sunset, you can effortlessly transition into the stylish and beautiful dining room at the heart of the floorplan, framed by black stained wood. A pair of glass double-doors open into a cozy, adjacent living room with beamed high ceilings and a fireplace, ideal for relaxing after dinner. Originally built in 1926, all three of the home's exposures are illuminated by 18 massive windows with distinctive plantation shutters. A grand foyer located just off the entryway sits between a home office with a powder room and washer/dryer as well as a state-of-the-art, newly-renovated LEICHT kitchen with high-end Miele appliances, including a flush-mounted induction cooktop, Combi-Steam and convection ovens,42'Sub-Zero fridge, and dishwasher, as well as West-facing picture windows. Just down a spacious, gallery-style hallway lit by custom-made brass lanterns, you'll find a guest bedroom with a tasteful Chinoiserie chandelier, another bath, as well as a generous primary bedroom featuring a walk-in closet, primary bath, and easy access to the terrace. As an added bonus, the building also has a live-in Super. When you're in the mood to wander, the location couldn't be more convenient, sitting footsteps from top-tier attractions like Central Park, the Museum of Natural History, the Hudson River Greenway, and just short walk to the trains. Assessment of $566 monthly through 2/23.