116 E 66TH St 8B

Sun-flooded and sensational home in an excellent location.

This five room apartment, with two bedrooms and two baths is nestled in the heart of the Upper East Side. It has fabulous views - the historic Park Avenue Armory to the north, and an open city vista to the south.

The gracious entry foyer sets the tone for this spacious home, which has an excellent layout ideal for entertaining.

Light pours into the large living room, with the perfect view of the architectural details of the Armory. It also boasts a beautiful decorative marble fireplace.

The dining room has large north and west windows. It is currently being used as a library, with a wall of floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases, but could easily be converted to a third bedroom.

The primary bedroom has views of the gardens and townhouses to the south and the iconic midtown skyline. It has an en suite bath with a glass walled stall shower and closets.

The second bedroom also faces south and west and is pin drop quiet. There is a large walk-in closet. The marble second bathroom has brass fixtures and doubles as a powder room.

The windowed kitchen has been renovated with custom glass-front cabinets and granite counter tops. It features a Subzero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, GE Profile electric stove and microwave.

The apartment has through the wall air conditioning, 8.5' ceilings and beautiful hardwood floors throughout, with abundant closet space.

Built in 1954 with 13 stories, 116 East 66th Street is an exceptionally well run full service cooperative, with a live-in resident manager and full time doorman.

The building allows 65% financing, and the maintenance includes utilities & basic cable. It has laundry and bike rooms, and pets are allowed.

Pied-a-terre is permitted, and gifts and guarantors are considered on a case by case basis.