Property Description

This amazing Chelsea duplex penthouse includes a spectacular 1,237sf private, landscaped, rooftop terrace which when combined with the 1823sf of interior space provides for over 3,000 sf of luxurious indoor/outdoor downtown living in one of Chelsea's premier, boutique, full-service condominiums. The generous layout of this direct-roof terrace is perfect for entertaining, dining, sunbathing, outdoor activities like yoga or meditation and includes a full outdoor kitchen with a Viking gas grill, sink, Sub Zero refrigerator and ice maker. The terrace includes distinct but connected areas for dining and lounging, an outdoor shower and lushly landscaped vegetation which adds to the privacy and bucolic feel of the rooftop. It also enjoys dramatic views of the Empire State building, Hudson Yards, One World Trade and all of lower Manhattan and is drenched in sun for much of the day. Large enough to accommodate private parties and yet laid out in such a manner that one may enjoy an intimate dinner or drink with friends, this terrace may just be one of the best in all of downtown.The main living level of the apartment features a beautiful and dynamic interior designed by Carlos Otero featuring a great room with 10' ceilings that spans the entire 40-foot width of the floor and boasts amazing views of Hudson Yards to the north and the downtown Manhattan skyline to the south. Tastefully designed and immaculately kept, the apartment is open, airy and bright. The kitchen includes custom cabinetry, a matched Sub-Zero refrigerator and Miele range and dishwasher and opens nicely onto the windowed dining area easily accommodating an 8-seat table. The rest of the great room is currently configured as a main living area and a sun-drenched daybed/TV/lounging area that looks out to the south-facing balcony via a wall of glass and sliding doors.The master bedroom includes an en-suite, dual-vanity sink with shower and separate soaking tub and has a walk-in closet with custom cabinetry as well as two other built-in closets. The second bedroom is currently used as a home office and also includes custom built-in closets, shelving, desk and is made even more versatile with the addition of a discreetly designed murphy bed. The apartment comes with motorized sun and privacy shades, a washer & dryer, a/v system, 2 storage spaces and buyers will have the option of purchasing a coveted, deeded parking spot in the building for an additional $250,000 for their use or to rent out.246 West 17th Street is a 10-story boutique full-service condominium featuring 34 units consisting of 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. Besides the full-time doorman, amenities in the building include a gym, keyed bike room, a parking garage and resident's lounge. A prime Chelsea location, Barneys Downtown sits at the end of the block, popular restaurants are too many to list but highlights include Tao downtown, Del Posto, Cookshop, Seamore's, and Cafeteria, Westville Chelsea are all within a few blocks and cultural highlights include The Joyce Theater, The Rubin Museum, and the Highline. Transportation options abound with the A, C, E, L, 1, 2, & 3 trains all within 3 blocks.