Breathtakingly beautiful, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath apartment in the handsome full-service prewar cooperative, 1148 Fifth Avenue, directly across the street from Central Park. This grand classic 8-room home has undergone a meticulous gut renovation, incorporating the finest materials and finishes while preserving the many charming prewar details. A gracious foyer spills into a long gallery hall with a wall of built-in shelving and an arched open doorway, welcoming you into an ambience of elegance. Gorgeous herringbone floors throughout, high beamed ceilings, crown moldings and oversized windows on triple exposures complement the wonderful loft-like open-plan design created by combining the spacious living and dining rooms. Entertain guests sipping cocktails around the stunning wood-burning fireplace with a marble mantle, then continue the conversation in the dining area over a sit-down meal. The large windowed professional chef's kitchen adorned with marble countertops/backsplash and stainless steel appliances offers a separate breakfast area with banquette for enjoying morning coffee and casual fare. Two staff rooms sit conveniently off the kitchen with a bathroom in between. The sunny master bedroom positioned privately off the foyer offers 2 generously-sized closets and a lovely en-suite bath. Two additional large bedrooms off the gallery face east share a full bath and feature ample closets. A washer dryer and central air conditioning optimize your comfort. Built in 1923 and designed by famed architect J.E.R. Carpenter, 1148 Fifth Avenue is a sought-after, pet-friendly residence on Fifth between 95th and 96th Street. Amenities include a full-time doorman, gym, laundry room, bike room and additional private storage.