Enjoy unbelievable space, river views and spectacular designer style in this palatial five-bedroom, four-bathroom duplex in a sought-after co-op building, just inches from the Upper East Side waterfront esplanade.

The result of the beautiful combination of three units, this mint-condition 3,600-square-foot showplace offers grand scale and glorious natural light while remaining comfortable and livable throughout. On the main level, a gracious foyer introduces the gleaming hardwood floors and designer wall and window coverings found throughout the home. Ahead, welcome lavish entertaining in the expansive living and dining rooms featuring southern exposures, water views and gorgeous lighting. An adjacent guest bathroom, coat closet and wet bar with a wine refrigerator aid in effortless hosting, and the impeccably updated kitchen attends to gatherings both large and small. Rows of sleek lacquer cabinetry and Caesarstone countertops surround elite stainless steel appliances, including a vented Viking gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator and dishwasher. Enjoy casual meals at the built-in breakfast banquette, while the adjacent laundry closet and butler's pantry add an in-unit washer-dryer and extra refrigeration to the space.

Off the living room, a pocket door reveals a corner library perfect as a home office or sixth bedroom. From the kitchen, you'll arrive in a spacious media room that flows to the serene owner's suite featuring two custom walk-in closets and an en suite bathroom. Above, you'll find another bedroom suite with two closets and a private bathroom. Three more bedrooms, including two with water views, a fourth well-appointed full bath and a playroom complete the top floor. Exceptional storage on both levels and through-wall-air conditioning add comfort and convenience to this exquisite Upper East Side sanctuary.

One Gracie Terrace is a stately postwar cooperative where residents enjoy full-time doorman service, a live-in superintendent, updated common areas, a renovated fitness center, laundry, storage, bike room, courtyard garden and on-site parking garage. Pets and guarantors are allowed with board approval. 2% Flip tax paid by purchaser.

Nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac off East End Avenue, this home puts the stunning East River esplanade and beloved Carl Schurz Park right outside your door. This sought-after Upper East Side location is surrounded by world-class dining, shopping and nightlife venues. Transportation is effortless with Q and 4/5/6 trains, excellent bus service, CitiBikes, the East 90th Street Ferry Terminal, FDR and East River crossings all within reach.