Walker 51, #PH

TriBeCa, Manhattan, NY 10013

An Exceptional Penthouse, newly designed and renovated with completion two years ago. This expansive home features over 3000sf of private outdoor space divided among both a north and south terrace on the main level, plus a roof terrace above. All rooms include a private door to a terrace!As the elevator opens to your private floor you look across the 50' span of a 'Great Room' with delineated kitchen and living/dining areas. Brilliant sunshine is directed across the entire room (as shown in the pictures) from an open south exposure. The light of the room, be it day or night, is beautifully reflected off the wide plank, bleached oak floors. Custom lighting throughout the home includes dimmable 'star' lights, less than 1" square, that make for an enchanting night ceiling. In the evening the entire room is afforded a be-jeweled skyline to the north, south and west, highlighted by the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings and the Freedom Tower.A top of the line kitchen features custom cabinetry by Bulthaup, refrigeration by Sub-Zero including a 36" refrigerator/freezer and two adjacent refrigerated drawers. Wall ovens, cooktop and wine cooler are by Gaggenau. Adjacent to the kitchen is the entrance to the large, decked, planted and irrigated terrace whose size can feel intimate enough for two, a dinner for 12 or a party for 40.The kitchen and dining area are separated by a three sided, open gas fireplace with system by 'Ortal'. A large living area leads to the south terrace featuring bluestone pavers, irrigation and for the pet owner, just around the corner and out of site, a dog latrine. The sizable gravel covered drain with adjacent spray accommodates the smallest to the largest.A hall off the main room leads past a wall of windows, a closet with a Miele washer/dryer, and on to an exceptional master-suite. One full wall of closets, a second a wall of glass, including a terrace door, and a most surprising wall that includes 8' wide pocket doors that open to reveal a large and luxurious bath. Atop heated, marble, herringbone floors sits a deep freestanding bath, commode with spray bidet and an adjacent enclosed shower, with marble bench, that features a 'Mister Steam' steam shower. A large sleek floating vanity with a single large bowl, highlighted by Zucetti faucets, completes the room. White plumbing faucets/fixtures are by Graff and all tile is by Ann Sacks. There is a second bedroom just down the hall with its own wall of windows and private door to the north terrace. A second well appointed bath features tile by Waterworks and a walk-in shower also complete with a 'Mr. Steam' steam shower. Doors throughout the home are 9' tall 'Viva Italian' doors imported from Italy.Back to the Great Room, a contemporary open steel stair, with bleached oak treads, takes you up to the roof terrace. Standing in the middle of the terrace it is as if you could touch the Freedom tower as it looms above, To the north you have the same spellbinding , expansive city view described from the lower level terrace only a floor higher. To the front and to the right you find a large stepped up hot tub by 'Jacuzzi' offering that unparalleled view with a muscle relax and soak should you choose.There is an architects plan to add a third bedroom and bath with terrace on the upper level. The plan is shown with the included floor plans on this site under floor plans. The addition is subject to condominium approval. The location of the three outdoor spaces could not be more ideal for large entertaining. 51 Walker is a boutique condominium of only 15 units. There is a virtual doorman, key locked elevator, package room, superb gym and private storage. For those that want a quiet oasis, you've found your spot . For those that like to entertain, you've found your spotand for those that want it all . Showings by appointment only.