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The truly breathtaking Sloane Mansion, located at 18 East 68th is a Masterpiece to be discovered and a Trophy property to be owned. From the moment you ascend the front steps and pass through the enormous iron double doors, the history and marvelousness is envelops you immediately. Upon entering the marble grand foyer, the open marble staircase complete with hand forged intricate and divine iron railing, leading to the top floors of this 18,267 square feet, six story home will take you back in time in a heartbeat.
Currently configured as multiple apartments on the upper floors, The Sloane Mansion will be delivered vacant. The exquisite and historial property features limestone facades, tremendous 17-foot high ceilings, seven granite fireplaces, several terraces, Juliet balconies and a private rear garden. The Sloane Mansion expands a unique 36ft wide is built 98 feet deep.
There are 15 bedrooms and 17 bathrooms, seven fireplaces, a magnificent classic grand ballroom and a rooftop garden. Part of the immense lure is it's history and design; the Mansion was designed by architect Charles Pierrepont H. Gilbert for Sloane, the heir to a furniture empire, in 1905. The home is classic Beaux-Arts style and five of the rooms have all the original details intact. The wood-paneled ballroom with original oil-painted murals is particularly noteworthy. The modern elevator provides access to all floors as well as to the rooftop gardens overlooking Central Park.
In addition to the obvious, there are several secret rooms, stairways and hidden mezzanine levels which makes discovering the residence an exhilarating experience. With your architect, the home could be restored back to it's original beauty or could be completely renovated in true modern luxury.
Please note, the Floor plan attached is a proposed one as the house is currently not configured as a single family residence.
Please call today for your private tour of this Historical Marvel.
Jessica C. Campbell
917.621.7815
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