540 W 28th St Unit 2G, New York City, NY, 10001

Discover a rare urban retreat, where sophistication and tranquility meet. This exceptional, split 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home boasts a standout feature: its expansive, south-facing outdoor terrace that offers a private and serene sanctuary rarely found in the HighLine neighborhood at this price point. It's not to be missed. <br><br>This exceptional, 800 SF outdoor space rests over a quiet landscaped courtyard garden and runs the full length of the home's interior with generous space for quiet relaxation, dining and entertaining. The three distinct zones of dining, conversation, and saltwater spa tub are anchored by a sectional sofa lounge area centered around a Bioethanol fire pit, and are individually protected from the bright, southern sun by three automated retractable awnings. A low brick wall envelopes the terrace, adding privacy and texture while nodding to the neighborhood's architectural past. The mature, lush landscaping includes custom planters with adult Cr pe Myrtle trees, Golden Arborvitae evergreen trees, Climbing roses, Sedum plants, and privacy hedges of Pinnacle hydrangea and azaleas, all watered by automated system. An electric outdoor grill, surround sound audio/visual system, and dining table for eight complement the outdoor oasis.<br><br>Step inside the equally impressive, sophisticated custom interiors of imported marble and travertine, fine walnut cabinetry, book-matched natural solid walnut pocket and pivot doors, wide plank oak floors, and stone window sills. The sun-flooded, open great room with a living area, dining area, and elegant galley kitchen has large windows onto the terrace and is grounded by a striking, double-sided travertine marble slab fireplace wall. The two bedrooms and bathrooms balance both sides of the sprawling space, while a proper foyer with generous closet space and large art walls leads from the front door. There are generous built-in closets, indirect lighting control systems, automated shades, a dedicated audio/visual rack, Sonos home audio system, built-in hidden televisions, Nest individual climate controls, and an efficient HVAC heat pump system throughout the entire home.<br><br>The chic galley kitchen of honed black granite countertops and cherry cabinetry is a chef's dream, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances including a Miele dishwasher, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bertazzoni Italian gas range with exterior venting hood, a Viking microwave, a two-temperature zone wine refrigerator and generous storage space. <br><br>The primary suite, a tranquil haven behind a solid walnut pivot door, features a picture window offering views of the lush terrace and welcoming in natural light. Walnut wood accents, an inset dry bar and travertine marble fireplace add a sense of refinement along with automated shades, NEST climate control, and integrated audio system. In the en-suite bathroom, you'll find seamless, full slab marble floors, thick glass walls, a double vanity in rich walnut with a spacious built-in medicine cabinet and integrated mirror TV, and an extra large marble steam shower with dual benches and rain shower, high -end European plumbing fixtures and a private bidet heated toilet .<br><br>On the opposite side of the great room, the picture-windowed second bedroom suite features a built-in automated queen size bed, refined built-in shelving and closet and is cleverly separated along with the second bathroom from the main room by a discreet pocket door, allowing for full guest privacy.<br><br>The building is renowned for its high level of amenities and service including 24 hour doorman, renovated lobby, landscaped roof terrace with wet bar and grill, quiet courtyard garden, cold storage, state of the art gym and a HighLine entrance on the block. Enjoy the new cultural heart of downtown: major contemporary art galleries, Michelin-rated restaurants, and the celebrated Avenues School, High Line, Hudson River Park and Hudson Yards. Whole Foods, 7 train and Blade Heliport are both within a few blocks.