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A bright and stylish two-bedroom/two bath, 322 W.57th Street #40F is a private aerie floating high above one of New York's greatest crosstown boulevards. Incorporating stunning views of the city and Hudson River, this residence combines chic tranquility with the awesome spectacle of one of the world's greatest cities.

The foyer and hallway open into a spacious living/dining room with windows that frame a cinema-worthy sweep of the Hudson River and west side skyline. A dramatic marble-walled kitchen provides the ambitious chef with plenty of cabinet space and a full accoutrement of stainless steel appliances, including a sub-Zero refrigerator; Miele dishwasher; Bosch gas range; and built-in microwave.

The elegant primary bedroom features an enormous walk-in closet and a luxurious en-suite bath with California closets, a sybaritic Zumin soaking tub with separate shower and dual vanities framed in Carrara marble. The second bedroom has ample closet space; both bedrooms feature spectacular views. Floors throughout are of honed travertine; ample closets and a sleek full bath open off the foyer.

The building's many amenities include a glass-enclosed salt-water rooftop pool, Sunset and Sunrise lounges replete with wet bars and billiards tables, a fully-equipped state-of-the-art gymnasium, children's playroom, multiple other entertainment spaces, a 24-hour doorman and live-in superintendent. The building is directly adjacent the Time Warner Center, Columbus Circle, Carnegie Hall and Central Park and is surrounded by some of the world's greatest restaurants, shopping, nightlife and cultural centers. 1/2/A/B/C/Express interchange is available at Columbus Circle; anywhere in Manhattan is literally minutes away. This wonderful home is your chance to literally retreat to the skyline.