Dobrodošli u legendarni dio New Yorka. Rijetko se pruža prilika bogata toliko povijesti. Bivša rezidencija poznatog novinara, pisca i dugogodišnjeg urednika, Georgea Plimptona, sada je spremna za svoje sljedeće poglavlje nakon gotovo šezdeset godina u obitelji Plimpton. Ovaj prostrani duplex na Upper East Sideu površine 4.700 četvornih stopa nije samo domaćin legendarnim zabavama za najistaknutije članove književne elite i društva, već je i bio sjedište slavnog književnog časopisa The Paris Review, koji je Plimpton suosnovao 1950-ih. U svojih prvih pet godina, The Paris Review objavio je nova djela Jacka Kerouaca, Philipa Rotha i Samuela Becketta, a njegova serija "Writers at Work" uključivala je intervjue s velikim američkim autorima 20. stoljeća poput Ernesta Hemingwaya, Williama Faulknera i Roberta Frosta. Ove glamurozne i ikonične zabave privukle su imena poput Trumana Capotea, Paula McCartneya, Andyja Warhola i Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, da spomenemo samo neke. Među ostalim poznatim prijateljima i susjedima bili su Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Robert F. Kennedy i Warren Beatty. Ova jedinstvena kuća sama je institucija, kulturna meka koja se nalazi na poznatoj 72. ulici u nizu redovitih kuća poznatih kao "The Black and Whites", sa svojim karakterističnim dvobojnim vanjštinama, visokim crvenim lakiranim vratima i mirnim kaldrmama koji vode do ulice s uličnim svjetiljkama i terasom obrubljenom drvećem koja gleda na East River.

Opisuje se kao kućica u gradu, ovaj prostrani duplex sa 5 spavaćih soba i 6,5 kupaonica ima sve, uključujući prostrane sobe, klima uređaj, prozore s posebnom zvučnom izolacijom, prekrasne drvene podove i šarmantne povijesne elemente poput mozaik kamina s ukrasnim pločicama, originalnih drvenih okvira i brojnih prozora ispunjenih svjetlom s pogledom na East River. S dvaju katova pružaju se spektakularni pogledi na obalu koji se protežu otprilike 60 stopa kroz cijeli apartman od ugla do ugla. Sa 40 prozora i stropovima visine 9 stopa, ovaj prostrani prostor pun je svjetla i života, spreman za istraživanje.

Kroz ulazna vrata nalazi se ulazni hodnik i elegantna toaletna soba koja dočekuje vas i vaše goste. Stepenicama dolje dolazi se do velikog osvijetljenog dvostrukog dnevnog boravka s zapanjujućim pogledom na vodu i dva kamina na drva. Na sjevernoj strani apartmana nalazi se šarmantna kuhinja s FiveStar štednjakom i nadogradnjom, Bosch uređajima, Sub-Zero hladnjakom i Caesarstone radnim pločama, kao i neformalnim blagovaonicama i ostavom s dva ladice za rashlađene napitke, savršene za zabavu. Iza drugog dnevnog boravka, koji je nekada imao infamous stol za bilijar, nalazi se zasebna i privatna glavna suite s walk-in ormarima i obnovljenom kupaonicom. Zatim se uz lijepe stepenice s plemenitim drvenim rukohvatom dolazi do prostranog drugog kata i četiri dodatne spavaće sobe, od kojih tri imaju vlastite kupaonice. Luksuzna radna soba s drvenim panelima nalazi se na vrhu stepenica i vodi do velike dnevne sobe s još jednim kaminom na drva. Dodatna glavna suite u kutu drugog kata osjeća se kao svetište sa svojim mirnim pogledom na rijeku, prilagođenim ugradnjama, velikim walk-in ormarom i vlastitom kupaonicom. Praonica punih dimenzija završava drugi kat.

541 East 72nd Street je postojeća kuća koja dopušta kućne ljubimce, s upraviteljem koji živi u zgradi i upravlja isporukama paketa, stalnim majstorom, prostorijom za bicikle i skladištima. Garaža za parkiranje nalazi se neposredno iza zgrade. Njegova lokacija je na pješačkoj udaljenosti od brojnih škola u Upper East Sideu, kao i od Q podzemne stanice na 72. ulici. Stanari uživaju ne samo u anonimnosti i privatnosti, već i u osiguranom pristupu kroz dvostruka vrata, ulaznim karticama i videointerkomunikacijskim sustavom. "The Black and Whites" pružaju dobrodošao bijeg od svakodnevnog užurbanog gradskog života sa svojom mirnom lokacijom uz obalu i šarmantnim kutkom od kaldrme na Upper East Sideu.

Welcome to a legendary piece of New York City. Rarely does an opportunity steeped in such a storied history present itself. The former residence of renowned journalist, writer, and longtime editor, George Plimpton, is now primed for its next chapter after nearly sixty years in the Plimpton family. This sprawling 4,700 square foot Upper East Side duplex has not only hosted legendary parties to the Who's Who of the literary elite and society, but also housed the offices of celebrated literary journal, The Paris Review, which Plimpton co-founded in the 1950s. In its first five years, The Paris Review published new works by Jack Kerouac, Philip Roth and Samuel Beckett, and its "Writers at Work" series included interviews with great 20th century American authors such as Ernest Hemingway, William Faulkner, and Robert Frost. These glamorous and iconic parties drew the likes of Truman Capote, Paul McCartney, Andy Warhol, and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis to name a few. Other famous friends and neighbors included Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Robert F. Kennedy, and Warren Beatty. This unique home is an institution in itself, a cultural mecca located on famed 72nd Street in a series of row houses known as "The Black and Whites," with their distinctive two-tone exteriors, high-gloss red lacquer front doors, and a quiet cobblestone cul-de-sac lined with iron streetlamps and a tree-lined terrace overlooking the East River.

Described as a country house in the city, the sprawling 5-bedroom, 6.5-bath duplex residence has it all including large-scale rooms, air-conditioning throughout, custom soundproofed glazed windows, beautiful hardwood floors, and charming historical elements like inlaid tile fireplace surrounds, original ornate wooden mantles, and numerous light-filled windows overlooking the East River. From both floors, there are spectacular waterfront views spanning approximately 60 feet across the entire apartment corner to corner. With 40 windows throughout and 9-foot ceilings, this expansive space is full of light and life, ready to explore.

Through the front door is an entry foyer and elegant powder room to greet you and your guests. Steps down to a grand sunlit double living room with stunning water views and two wood-burning fireplaces. On the north facing side of the apartment is a charming kitchen with a FiveStar range and hood, Bosch appliances, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and Caesarstone countertops, as well as an informal dining area and butler's pantry with two refrigerated beverage drawers perfect for entertaining. Off the second living room, which formerly hosted an infamous pool table, is a separate and private primary suite with walk-in closets and a renovated ensuite bathroom. Then up the handsome staircase with its stately wooden banister is an expansive second floor and four additional bedrooms, three of which have ensuite baths. A luxurious wood paneled study is off the top of the stairs leading to a large den with another wood-burning fireplace. An additional second floor corner primary suite feels like a sanctuary with its serene river views, custom built-ins, large walk-in closet, and ensuite bathroom. A full-sized laundry room completes the second floor.

541 East 72nd Street is an established pet-friendly coop with a live-in Superintendent / Resident Manager who handles package deliveries, a full time-handyman, a bike room and storage rooms. A parking garage is located directly around the back of the building. Its location is walking distance to numerous Upper East Side schools, as well as the Q train at the 72nd Street Subway Station. Residents enjoy not only anonymity and privacy, but also secured access through double doors, key fob entry, and a video intercom system. "The Black and Whites" provide a welcome escape from the daily hustle and bustle of busy city life with their peaceful waterfront location and quaint cobblestone nook on the Upper East Side.

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