Grand yet gracious 2 bedroom 1 bath prewar apartment with a sleeping loft in a charming brownstone, steps from Central Park! This beautiful spacious rare co-op on prized West 71st Street captures the classic essence of yesteryear while offering modernized features for today's luxury lifestyle. Enjoy the true feeling of home one flight up in a beautiful brownstone residence that welcomes you with an entry foyer and envelopes you in natural light from oversized windows.      Triple exposures to the east, south and west brighten the airy ambiance, complemented by fabulous 12.5' inlaid wood ceilings in the living/dining room and 10' ceilings in the bedrooms. The elegant living/dining room with an exquisite decorative wood and marble fireplace overlooks the peaceful garden through large windows. Old world details such as hardwood floors, original moldings and sophisticated wood wainscoting add tremendous character. The kitchen is designed with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, generous white cabinetry and contemporary track lighting. Furthering your comfort is a large master bedroom, second bedroom with built-in bookshelves, fitted walk-in closet, and 5' high sleeping loft/home office accessed by a wood staircase.      Perhaps most appealing is the coveted address just off Central Park on one of the loveliest blocks in the city, minutes from the best Upper West Side shops, restaurants, museums and other attractions. No dogs or pied-a-terres are allowed. Cats ok.