1355 First Avenue 23FL

Welcome to The Charles, where tailored service meets contemporary style in Manhattan's most refined neighborhood. This high full-floor, four-bedroom, four-bath residence offers over 3,300 square feet of living space which has been beautifully crafted and designed by renowned interior designer David Collins from London. With privacy in mind, each of The Charles' residences welcome you with a completely exclusive elevator foyer, allowing for a separate and private entryway to your home. This residence includes a separate storage unit conveyed with the sale. Residence 23 at The Charles is expertly designed for both living and entertaining with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors that bathe the great room and kitchen with natural light, and offers unrivaled city views. These exceptional homes are graced with gorgeous 5 inch white oak flooring throughout that provide radiant heat in the master bathroom, master bedroom and great room. Custom pocket doors with nickel and glass inserts designed by David Collins featuring Valli & Valli hardware, and pre-wiring for media and automation. To ensure your serenity, homes are equipped with an ultra-quiet central A/C system with an extensive soundproofing within the residence. Featuring ceilings heights up to 12' high, light and air fill every corner of this home for a remarkable living experience. The oversized, eat-in, chef's kitchens at The Charles feature countertops and backsplashes of polished Corian, mirror-polished white lacquer cabinetry, Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, and a center island with ample room for casual dining and entertaining. Conveniently located adjacent to the kitchen is a dedicated service entrance for delivery or catering with a laundry room featuring a side-by-side Electrolux washer and vented dryer, and an automatic refuse receptacle with a recycling sorting mechanism. The light-filled corner master suite at The Charles features floor-to-ceiling windows, corner windowed seating area, dressing gallery with oversized closets, and a windowed en-suite bath with Calcutta Gold marble walls and countertops, separate shower, marble slab waterfall tub, and Lefroy Brooks polished chrome fittings and fixtures. Residents at The Charles have access to enviable amenities that exceed those of many other area luxury residences. In addition to the attentive services of a 24-hour doorman and concierge, residents enjoy a 1,000-square-foot above ground fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, children's playroom/game room, package room and refrigerated storage. Pets are also welcome at The Charles.