196 W HOUSTON ST

MASSIVE 25' TOWNHOUSE WITH ULTIMATE PRIVACY AND TWO (2) CAR GARAGE

One of the most unique offerings downtown this architect-designed home is a private sanctuary that is the perfect escape from the bustling city outdoors. Drive directly into your private parking garage and be prepared to be transported into a meditative oasis. The residence is encapsulated by triple-paned windows for quiet enjoyment and is accentuated by its epic proportions with ceilings heights ranging from 11' to 20'. Custom multi-frame skylights throughout the home filter glorious light into the home throughout the day.

196 W Houston comprises of over 7200sf of interior space and 2000sf of private outdoor space which include a Zen bamboo garden on the main level, private "al fresco" terrace on the 2nd level, and private roof terrace with Village views. The main floor of the home has a formidable entrance gallery that reveals itself to the great room with an expansive footprint that spans over 60' of living space and has a fully equipped wet bar, fireplace and 12' ceilings. The second floor features an enormous chef's kitchen with two (2) Subzero refrigerators, two (2) 150-bottle wine refrigerators, two (2) Viking ovens, two (2) sinks and is anchored by a large stone island and outfitted with a plethora of storage cabinets. The adjacent dining area is conveniently located and flows seamlessly into the informal living room which is flanked by a private terrace that lends itself to indoor/outdoor living. The third floor of the house features three (3) generously-sized bedrooms and three (3) full bathrooms with the primary bedroom occupying the whole northern portion of the floor with a full wall of skylights that is an absolute showstopper. The basement level of the home is completely finished and could easily be used as a recreation room/fitness gym/media room and has a steam room and separate laundry room. Additional features of the home include a commercial grade elevator that services all floors of the home, Central A/C throughout, wired speakers, virtual doorman option for packages, and key code alarm system throughout. Located at the nexus of the West Village, SoHo and Hudson Square the convenience of location is unmatched and this opportunity will not last. Call or e-mail us today to schedule a viewing of this incredible townhouse.