If you are looking to live in one of the finest condominiums in Manhattan, then look no further than 20 East End Avenue designed by renowned architect Robert A.M. Stern. Apartment 5C is one of only 3 two-bedroom homes in this 5-star building comprised of 43 residences. The architectural nature of this home is remarkable as Mr. Stern designed them with opulent entertaining and comfort in mind. Enter this sprawling 1914 sqft 2-bedroom 2.5-bathroom residence into a proper foyer graced with 11ft ceilings. The home enjoys stunning details such as rift and quarter sawn Appalachian white oak flooring, custom casings, and custom base and crown moldings. Adjacent to the foyer enjoy a large custom fitted coat closet. Through an architectural threshold the foyer flows into a baronial 16.1X23.3ft living room with tremendous southern light through a triple bay window. Peaks of the East River are possible from the lovely window seat. Cross through another architectural archway into a bright 12x13ft formal dining room which flow into one of the most well-appointed kitchens you can find in a 2-bedroom residence. At almost 11x18ft, this kitchen is a chef's dream come true boasting a suite of Gaggenau appliances including a full-sized oven, steam/speed oven, full sized refrigerator, wine cellar, and 5 burner stove top with a designer ventilated hood. It is equipped with custom shaker inspired millwork cabinetry, ample Brazilian Quartzite countertops and Lefroy Brooks hardware. Just outside the kitchen find a laundry pantry with full sized washer and dryer. The bedroom wing is equally as beautiful with well-proportioned rooms and 11ft ceilings. A powder room with Grigio Carnico marble flooring is located in the hall for your guests. The primary bedroom boasts a large custom fitted walk in closet and stunning 5 fixture marble bath with heated floors in a stunning palate of polished nickle, Lefroy Brooks fixtures and white marble. Natural light streams in from south facing casement windows. The second bedroom also has a custom fitted closet and an ensuite bath designed with marble flooring and countertop, and marble clad shower stall. The amenities at 20 East End Avenue are outstanding. The arrival experience features an intimate, gated motor court with trellis garden pavilion leading to a luxuriously detailed octagonal lobby with a grand architectural stair connecting residents to three floors of amenities. Additional building amenities include: 24-hour concierge, resident manager, graciously-appointed library with a gas burning fireplace and book collection curated by Robert A.M. Stern, billiards room, game room, wine cellar with private dining room, fitness center and spa, children's playroom, and bicycle storage. Living on East End Avenue is idyllic. The newly redesigned East River Promenade and Carl Schurz Park are beloved neighborhood amenities. The beaucolic serenity of East End is incomparable for a serene neighborhood experience and yet it boasts some nice conveniences such as a wine shop, dry cleaner, barber shop and the famed neighborhood delicatessen, YURA. Just around the corner enjoy the conveniences found on York Avenue, the nearby Whole Foods and much much more.