Karibu kwenye 21 Beekman Place, makazi ya kipekee yaliyorejeshwa kwa ustadi yaliyoko kwenye kona ya kaskazini mashariki ya barabara tulivu yenye mandhari nzuri katika eneo maarufu la Midtown East. Hapo awali ilikuwa chini ya umiliki wa mbunifu wa mandhari aliyesifika, Ellen Biddle Shipman, ambaye aliacha alama isiyofutika katika muundo wa nyumba hii, ikionyesha mitindo ya kupanda ya kijani kibichi na bustani rasmi alizokuwa maarufu kwao. Iko mbele ya mandhari ya kimya ya Mto Mashariki, nyumbani hapa kunatoa mandhari ya kuvutia kutoka karibu kila eneo, ikiwa na mwangaza wa mashariki, magharibi, na kusini. Mahali pake pakupendwa hapo awali yalivuta mcomposer maarufu wa Marekani, Irving Berlin, kuongeza kwenye historia ya eneo hili.

Ikiwa na tabia na mvuto, nyumba hii inakuletea hisia za zamani punde unapoingia. Imeboreshwa kwa makini ili kuhifadhi muundo wake wa asili, ikionyesha maelezo ya zamani yaliyoimarishwa kwa sasisho za kisasa. Sakafu za mierezi za kale zilizowekwa kwa mtindo wa chevron, ngazi kubwa yenye kona, fireplaces tano zinazotumia kuni, madirisha ya safu tatu, na lifti zote zinachangia heshima ya nyumbani. Maktaba yenye hadhi nzuri mbele, iliyopambwa kwa paneli za mkaratasi wa zamani, fireplace, dirisha la bay, na madirisha mawili ya kutoka sakafuni hadi dari, inatoa nafasi bora ya kupumzika. Chumba cha kuhifadhi cha ghorofa ya parlor, kilichozungukwa na mwanga kutoka pande tatu, kinachanganya kwa urahisi utulivu wa nje na mandhari ya juu ya mti.

Makazi haya yana jikoni kubwa, iliyoboreshwa na jiko la LeCornu lenye moto sita, friji mbili za SubZero, na kisiwa katikati. Chumba kikuu cha kulala kina madirisha ya bay, makabati maalum, na bafu ya marumaru, ikitoa nafasi ya kibinafsi ya anasa. Nje, uzio mrefu wa chuma cha kutandika na juu ya shaba unazunguka mimea na uso wa jengo, kuongeza uzuri wa nyumba. Teresi mbili na bustani ya juu ya paa zinatoa nafasi kubwa ya kuishi nje. Zaidi ya hayo, basement inaruhusu hifadhi ya kutosha na fursa ya kubadilisha kuwa gym ya nyumbani, ofisi, au zaidi kulingana na mahitaji yako. Nyumba hii ya mashambani, iliyofichwa mbali na kelele za jiji, ni dhahabu ya kipekee kwenye barabara ya elegant na isiyopitwa na wakati ya Manhattan.

Welcome to 21 Beekman Place, a rare and expertly restored residence nestled on the northeast corner of a quiet picturesque street in an iconic Midtown East locale. Once owned by the renowned landscape architect Ellen Biddle Shipman, who left an indelible mark on the home's design, it features the lush planting styles and formal gardens she was famous for. Set against the serene backdrop of the East River, this stately home provides breathtaking views from nearly every space, with exposures to the East, West, and South. Its coveted location once attracted legendary American composer Irving Berlin, adding to the area's storied past.

Beaming with character and charm, the home immediately transports you back in time as you enter. It has been thoughtfully updated to preserve its original design, showcasing old-world details elevated with modern upgrades. Antique oak floors laid in a chevron pattern, a grand curved staircase, five wood-burning fireplaces, triple-pane windows, and an elevator all contribute to the home's grandeur. The sophisticated front library, adorned with antique pine paneling, a fireplace, a bay window, and two floor-to-ceiling windows, offers a perfect space for relaxation. The parlor level conservatory, bathed in light from three sides, seamlessly brings the outdoor serenity indoors with its tree-top views.

The residence features a large, updated kitchen with a six-burner LeCornu range, twin SubZero refrigerators, and a center island. The primary bedroom is complete with bay windows, custom closets, and a marble bath, offering a luxurious private retreat. Outside, a high wrought-iron and copper-topped fence surrounds the plantings and facade, adding to the home's elegance. Two terraces and a rooftop garden provide extensive space for al fresco living. Plus, the basement allows for ample storage and the opportunity to renovate into a home gym, office, or more tailored to your needs. This country home, tucked away from the city’s hustle and bustle, is a rare gem on an elegant and timeless Manhattan street.