Escape the chaos and 'breathe easy' in this sanctuary in the sky. Uniquely and purposefully designed with the utmost attention to detail, this home epitomizes the meaning of turnkey. This 11th floor, triple exposure, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom residence, overlooking McCarren Park with panoramic views of the Manhattan and Brooklyn skylines, will truly take your breath away! Cove and recessed lighting, deep California closets, 9 1/2 foot ceilings, remote-controlled window treatments, storage and closets galore including room for a full-size stroller, hardwood floors, and the list goes on and on. This unit also comes licensed with its own private storage unit. As soon as you enter the apartment you are immediately drawn towards the breathtaking view of the Manhattan and Brooklyn skylines framed by the giant living room bay windows. The open kitchen with west-facing window was recently gut renovated and now features custom white wooden self-closing drawers and cabinetry, two floor-to-ceiling pantries, Aquasol polished stone backsplash and countertop, wooden chefs island, Subzero fridge with double freezer, Fisher and Paykel split-system dishwasher, Kitchenaid under-counter oven and matching mounted microwave, and a seamless through counter PITT stovetop cooking system designed to maximize counter space. A quartzite stone dining table that can easily accommodate six chairs with sizable storage beneath is fitted to the island. The spacious and open double exposure living room/dining area is wonderful for casual entertaining (multi-color LED lighting included). The room is bathed in light all day long courtesy of the western and northern exposures and makes for prime sunset viewing. Day or night, the views of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and McCarren Park are astounding. Directly off of the living room and through the 8' archway pocket doors sits a well proportioned 3rd bedroom that shares the same views of McCarren Park; features a built-in desk, and is outfitted with a California closet. On the other end of the apartment removed from the living space, you'll find a full bathroom, large storage/linen/shoe closet with stacked washer/self-venting dryer, the second bedroom, and the master suite. The bedroom is outfitted with California closets and has unobstructed southern exposures that look directly over 20 Bayard Street's beautiful private gated garden. The master suite with private balcony was reconfigured for privacy and efficiency and is outfitted with a full wall of extra deep California closets for all wardrobes.The master bathroom boasts a stunning view of downtown Manhattan and is generous in size. It features a marble double-sink, Kohler lighted medicine cabinets, a soaking tub, and a separate glass-enclosed stall shower. Quiet and refined, 20 Bayard street is as lovely as they come. The pet friendly building's amenities include 24 hour doorman and concierge services, a back patio for lounging situated above the building's beautifully landscaped private garden, hanging bike storage (for an additional monthly fee), parking lot (spaces available for purchase), rooftop deck, and gym with internal glass-enclosed playroom. While just blocks from the bustle of Bedford Avenue, the location of this apartment offers a perfect buffer from the daily shopping and nightlife of Williamsburg. With some of the city's best restaurants nearby, McCarren Park/playground and pool right outside your front door, free parking at Whole Foods, and close proximity to the L and G subway lines, you'll ask yourself why you ever lived anywhere else. A working capital contribution in the amount of 2 month's common charges to be paid by the buyer at closing. There is currently a monthly assessment in the amount of $130.54 to comply with FHA guidelines in effect through the end of the 2020 calendar year. Photos by Claire Esparros