CLASSIC CORNER CONDO PENTHOUSE w/BIG ROOF DECK & OPEN CITY & TREE-LINE VIEWS

1 PRIVATE ROOF GARDEN + 2 LOVELY LEVELS + 3 SUN-FILLED, OPEN EXPOSURES + 4 COMFY BEDROOMS = A PRE-WAR 10

LOFTED LIVING/DINING ROOMS w/GAS FIREPLACE (needs re-lining), HUGE EAT-IN COOK'S KITCHEN -- HEROIC, HOMEY LAYOUT

From your private roof deck, you take in the world around you. Over the treetops of Central Park, the lights of Midtown come to life as you raise your glass to celebrate the sweet finale of another big NYC day. The sun sets behind the spires of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, and the golden hour sets in. This is your corner of paradise. The majestic views South and West envelop you -- the sky is big here -- dramatic. Atop your big penthouse condo-vibrant, inspiring and heart-warming -- you pick a flower from your garden and head downstairs. Life here is sweet.

Your huge living/dining space is lofted and easy -- striking and comfortable -- the best mix. A fireplace anchors these rooms, oversized windows bring light and drama, the ceilings are high, the hard-wood floors are beautiful, and a built-in banquette surrounds your big dining table. You love entertaining here. The big, open, eat-in kitchen offers top-shelf appliances, a dining bar, and a sink right under a cheerful, open-view window. This culinary dream space makes hosting loved ones a stylish pleasure. Drinks and dinner on the roof terrace, dessert and conversation downstairs. Life here is rich.

You love how separate your private bedrooms are from your front-facing rooms. You love the big gallery/hall with 3 bright-view windows that graciously takes you there. Four sizable bedrooms unfold, served by two classic, windowed baths, a washer and vented dryer, and ample closets. You really relax here -- floating above it all in bright, tree-lined peace. Life here is blissful.

With a prized perch atop its beloved, historical condo, this fresh and inviting penthouse home is the magical cherry on top. A coveted, rare residence at the heart-warming Washington Irving, this pet-friendly home enjoys the services of its building's part-time doorman, a storage bin, bike space and glorious period details in the 1890's lobby and halls. Central Park is two blocks away; nearby are the Conservatory, Discovery Center, swimming, skating, jogging and bike paths. The neighborhood offers a plethora of noteworthy restaurants, cultural, educational, entertainment and fitness destinations, and many specialty stores and markets -- not to mention a bounty of easy transportation options. Life here is easy.

If the vision of big sky and cityscape views from your private "sky yard" -- atop your own classic penthouse condo -- makes your heart-race, then come discover life at the top. Sweet, rich, blissful, and easy -- welcome to your very own pre-war 10.