Classic and sophisticated, this rambling, triple mint home offers casual elegance in one of the premiere buildings on the Upper East Side. The flexible layout is currently configured with two bedrooms, a formal dining room and a library, but it can easily be used as three or four bedrooms. There are three full bathrooms plus a powder room for guests. All of the rooms are generously proportioned (HUGE!) and light-filled, and include a grand, center hall gallery, an oversized balcony, and a suburban-style windowed eat-in kitchen with all of the modern conveniences including a clothes washer and a vented dryer. There is abundant closet space, including many walk-ins.

The apartment is set back off the street, and offers northerly and southerly exposures over the building’s infamous Japanese garden to the south and beautiful historic carriage houses to the north.

The Imperial House occupies the entire block between 69 and 68 Streets, and Lexington and Third Avenues. It is known for its impeccable service and the highest quality of life. There is a semi-circular driveway with a porte-cochere, 24 hour doormen and elevator operators, a concierge desk, bike storage, private storage, state-of-the-art fitness center, and garage (discounted for shareholders). Pets are permitted with Board approval. Financing permitted up to 50% of the purchase price, and the maintenance includes electricity, basic cable and gas.

This one is not to be missed. We can show easily.