400 E 51ST Street #20A

Elegance is epitomized in this high-floor luxury home at the full-service Grand Beekman condominium, located in Manhattan's exclusive Beekman neighborhood. The airy 2-3 bedroom, 3 full bath gem is finely designed and drenched in light with oversized windows lining 3 sides of the apartment, including wonderful bayed windows in the living room and primary suite. Fabulous East, North and West vistas of the city skyline and East River make living here that much more desirable. Enter via a gracious central foyer that accesses the entertaining wing and the sleeping quarters on either side. A gallery hall at left opens to the generous living room with rich herringbone wood floors, custom window treatments, and a bay windowed alcove that accommodates a dining table. Adjoining the living room is a well-proportioned den that can serve as either a separate formal dining room, or a large (third) bedroom with a charming French balcony. The sunny eat-in kitchen is well-appointed with strip hardwood floors, high-end stainless steel appliances (Viking and Miele) and a washer-dryer closet. Enjoy coffee or casual fare in the windowed breakfast area overlooking sweeping city views. A private door off the entry foyer leads to the primary suite's incredible dressing area complete with abundant custom fitted closets. The spacious bedroom is a relaxing retreat with mesmerizing cityscape views, a sitting area and room for a desk. The windowed 5-fixture primary bath also looks out to the city and features a double-sink vanity with new marble top, new flooring, triple medicine cabinets, and a soaking tub/shower. The second bedroom, or den/home office, is en-suite as well with ample closets, a wall of glass with doors to a French balcony, and full bath with a new cabinet mirror and shower doors. All three full baths are beautifully tiled from floor to ceiling, and all closets in the home are completely outfitted. Completed in 2003 and designed by renowned Costas Kondylis, The Grand Beekman at 400 East 51st Street is a sought-after 32-story condominium on a quiet cul-de-sac. This full service building includes a 24-hour doorman/concierge manning the magnificent lobby, a live-in superintendent, porters, an onsite fitness center with sauna, residents' lounge, private garden/conservatory, children's playroom, and bike room. The premier address is close to UN Plaza, the East River, FDR Drive, excellent restaurants and other conveniences. Pets are allowed. No smoking building.