Rarely available: This tranquil 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath duplex, with semi-private outdoor space, feels like a country cottage in the very heart of the East Village. Large open kitchen, high ceilings, abundant cabinets and closets, plus a massive, 500SF private storage room below, this generous apartment feels much bigger than its approx. 1,200 square feet. And quiet, too: the loudest sounds you will hear are birds chirping in the garden. The spacious chef's kitchen features a Bosch D/W, lovely cabinetry and granite countertop. An open dining area, huge coat closet and powder room lead to an airy living room with a private entrance to the garden. That is the garden floor. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms with large closets, both with full baths, a washer/dryer and space enough for a home office between them.  Every room has at least three windows and a view of the garden. Read a book, drink your morning coffee or a glass of wine in the 550SF European-style garden, which is shared by only two other units. You will be living in a landmark building designed by Calvert Vaux, best known as a designer of Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This intimate, well-managed building is pet-friendly and perfectly situated in a prime East Village location, on a great block.  You are incredibly close to Union Square and Tompkins Square  Parks, a myriad of transportation off of 14th St., Trader Joes, West Side Market and too many restaurant to count, including world famous John's Restaurant, the set of several Soprano episodes, on the same block.  A special opportunity to enjoy country living in the heart of the village, in a special building.  Please email or call for a convenient appointment.