Brown Harris Stevens

Commissioned by James E. Nichols in 1898, 4 East 79th Street is an important and architecturally magnificent limestone mansion. The house, a key component in the initial development of railroad industrialist Henry H. Cook’s prescient acquisition of the block between East 78th and 79th Streets and Fifth and Madison Avenues, features superb design by original architect, C.P.H. Gilbert, known for opulent, chateau-inspired Francois Ier style. Most recently, it has undergone a masterful and complete renovation orchestrated by its recent steward, the late businessman and philanthropist, Aso O. Tavitian. With the assistance and expertise of architectural and design professionals, including Peter Pennoyer and Theodore Prudon, among others, who used original detail and research as their inspiration and guide, this remarkable single-family residence is visually resplendent and exceptional in every way. Ideally situated on the Upper East Side, the 35-foot wide mansion offers more than 15,000 square feet of interior...

Remarkable 40 FT wide Neo Georgian Mansion This elegant home was built by brothers, Elliott and John Cross (Cross & Cross) in 1930, as the "Hangar's Club", an exclusive club for business men involved in the development and financing of early aviation in America Esteemed Architect, Peter Pennoyer and architectural Historian Ann Walker, in their book, "New York Transformed: The architecture of Cross & Cross" describe the brothers and business partners as "Masters of their craft and well connected Society men, who oversaw the construction and development of dignified structures throughout New York City, from apartment houses to country estates of Society families and industry leaders" The Brother's achievements include diverse projects such as: The Art Deco RCA Victor Building (1931) , The Landmark Tiffany Building on 57th & Fifth. (1940), not to mention the exclusive 'One Sutton Place South cooperative building' designed in collaboration...

THE JULES BACHE MANSION Renovated Limestone Mansion off Fifth Avenue by CPH Gilbert The striking 26'-wide limestone mansion at 10 East 67 presents a rare opportunity to acquire an extraordinary Beaux-Arts townhouse off Fifth Avenue. Charles Pierrepont Henry Gilbert, one of New York's most illustrious Gilded Age architects, was commissioned in 1897 by renowned financier and art collector Jules S. Bache to craft an exquisite new mansion. Spanning 13,000 square feet over 7 levels and providing more than 1,500 square feet of outdoor space, this monumental estate offers every modern accommodation with room to spare. 10 East 67 was gut-renovated by star architect Peter Marino, and provides 20 rooms, 8 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and an elevator servicing all 7 levels. This mansion has countless distinguished attributes, amongst them a formal dining hall reconstructed from an English chapel with soaring 16.5 ceilings, gargoyles, and stained glass. Additionally,...

FULLY RENOVATED LIMESTONE MANSION off 5TH AVENUE One of the most notable townhouses on the market between Fifth and Madison Avenues in the East 70's on Manhattan's Upper East Side, this stunning limestone mansion is just off Central Park and Fifth Avenue's Gold Coast. The townhouse, which was built in 1869 and redesigned in 1919 by eminent architect, George Blum, has an architecturally important limestone fa ade in the Italian Renaissance style. The centerpiece of this extraordinary 7 level, approximately 10,800 sq. ft. residence is its beautifully proportioned double Parlor, with its south facing drawing room with high ceiling, marble fireplace and a pair of arched Palladian double doors leading to balconies. A wide and grand landing seamlessly leads to a gracious second Salon. The townhouse is in excellent condition and offers coveted space for today's post covid lifestyle including 6 master bedrooms,7 baths,...

Discover unparalleled Upper East Side elegance and refinement in this pristine six-story, 20-foot-wide limestone mansion, just off Fifth Avenue. Completely gut renovated from cellar to roof deck, this spectacular home features six master bedroom suites, seven full bathrooms, and four half-baths across six floors of living space and an above-ground basement leading to a garden. From marble flooring to museum quality custom lighting, no expense has been spared in this magnificent residence boasting state-of-the-art home technology and a Gilded Age pedigree. Enter into a spectacular foyer and entry gallery with a grand central stair with brass and iron balustrade and, marble floors which lead to a guest powder room and the formal dining room. The adjacent chef's kitchen is outfitted with appliances worthy of a fine restaurant, including an eight-burner Viking range, multiple ovens, dual Sub-Zero refrigerators, and two Bosch dishwashers. A pantry and breakfast bar lead to...