Located on Beekman Place in one of New York's legendary buildings, this high floor, duplex apartment has all the elegance one dreams of finding. The sunny eastern exposure provides stunning views of the river and of the boats passing by.  One enters the apartment to an entrance gallery which sets a tone of graciousness with its sweeping staircase, and its access to each of the major entertaining rooms. The corner Living Room and Library each have fireplaces and views of the river through new picture windows.  The corner Dining Room, perched high above the townhouses on Beekman Place, is light, airy and spacious.  Four luxurious bedrooms are on the upper level,  two of which face the river.  The large, corner Master Bedroom, like the Living Room beneath it, has a fireplace and a comfortable sitting area in the river-facing bay window.  This unusually beautiful residence also features a renovated kitchen, breakfast room, two staff rooms, through wall air-conditioning,  five full bathrooms and a powder room.Included in the sale of apartment 9/10C is a five room outside staff suite comprised of three staff rooms, living room, full bath and renovated kitchen.  This additional suite has views onto the lovely side street.This renowned prewar building was built by John D. Rockefeller, and is famous for its full and attentive staff, as well as its amenities which include a swimming pool, an in-house garage, fitness room, basketball court and private entertaining rooms which open onto the riverfront garden.  Appointments available with 24 hour notice.