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Architectural Masterpiece w Rooftop Hot Tub, Formerly a Synagogue

Holiday home with kitchen, near 5th Avenue

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View of living room from Library
Dramatic 22 ft floor to ceiling originally restored windows
Gourmet Kitchen and Island  3 Refrigertors, 3 dishwashers, ice maker & more
dinning room with chairs hand painted oil cloth by artisit Draga Obradovic
formal setting at dinning room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8399.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Tompkins Square Park
  • Place, St. Marks Place
  • Place, New York University
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

MASTER

1 King Bed

Top Floor Media Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Architectural Masterpiece w Rooftop Hot Tub, Formerly a Synagogue

Be prepared to have your most extraordinary New York experience in this magnificent, luxuious townhouse in the Historic East Village! What once was one of the city's last tenement Shuls is now an impeccably-redesigned landmarked building, artfully transformed in 2005 by world-famous designers from the Ian Shrager Hotels. Featured in Architectural Record and other press, and enjoyed by the likes of entertainment figures, athletes, rock stars, executives and politicians, this absolutely exquisite 3/4 bedroom, 2.5 bath fourplex is a rare and coveted gem.

Elegance, top to bottom. Everything you desire for your luxury stay awaits, from 3 wonderful outdoor terraces including a landscaped rooftop deck, a hot tub, steam room and wine storage to the most advanced automated central audio/visual, lighting, HVAC and integrated security systems. This work-of-art residence is bathed in natural light and beautified by so many special high-end touches such as Brazilian hardwood cherry floors, hand-poured Brazilian glass mosaic tiles by Vidrotil, rich Wenge wood paneling, radiant floor heating, floor-to-ceiling steel cased windows and doors, the list goes on. One of the especially unique features are the custom-made windows that are exact replicas from when the building was a synagogue (including the Star of David!)

Seamless entertaining. The living/entertaining space is a dream, distinguished by 22' cathedral ceilings, floor-to-ceiling walls of restored and repointed exposed brick (east) and Wenge wood paneling (west), and a Cantilever balcony with a built-in projector for showcasing art. The awe-inspiring open chef's kitchen off the living area is adorned with floor-to-ceiling custom-built Wenge cabinets, Italian granite counters, 20' island, Thermador double ovens and separate cook top with grill, Sub-Zero main refrigerator plus 2 extra fridges in the island, Bosch dishwasher and separate Fisher Paykel double-drawer dishwasher, built-in temperature/humidity-controlled wine cooler. Off the elegant dining area with the original restored 19th Century backlit Star of David sits a rear dining terrace beyond a wall of glass and steel windows and doors.

A relaxing retreat. Located on the 3rd level is a gorgeous library with custom-built floor-to-ceiling Wenge wood bookshelves, an Italian marble fireplace and a wet sink/wet bar with plumbing, along with 2 comfortable guest bedrooms with custom wall-size closets and built-in stereo speakers. Perched on the 4th story is a lovely floor-to-ceiling glass hallway, and secluded master bedroom with a custom working fireplace, huge walk-in closet, and opulent en-suite bath with an oversized Jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower with steam unit, rain shower, waterfall and separate hand-held shower. The private Zen master terrace offers a hot tub for 8. Glass stairs lead to the sun-drenched top-floor lounge/media room (or 4th BR), and terrace with Ipe wood floors and planters, copper rainspouts, a custom sound system and security cameras. 3235 interior sf and 982 exterior sf. Live-in caretaker and housekeeper provided on-site in separate apartment.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Home is not childproof
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

New York

Located in New York, this holiday home is in the city centre. 5th Avenue and Times Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit American Museum of Natural History and American Dream. Check out an event or a game at Madison Square Garden, and consider making time for DreamWorks Water Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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New York, NY

What's nearby

  • Tompkins Square Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Marks Place - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Washington Square Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • 5th Avenue - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • New York University - 10 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • New York 9th St. Station - 4 min drive
  • 1 Av. Station - 11 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wayland - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ninth Street Espresso - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Summit Bar & Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joyface - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪7B Horseshoe Bar aka Vazacs - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Architectural Masterpiece w Rooftop Hot Tub, Formerly a Synagogue pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Architectural Masterpiece w Rooftop Hot Tub, Formerly a Synagogue ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Architectural Masterpiece w Rooftop Hot Tub, Formerly a Synagogue ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Architectural Masterpiece w Rooftop Hot Tub, Formerly a Synagogue ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Architectural Masterpiece w Rooftop Hot Tub, Formerly a Synagogue located?

Located in Manhattan, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lower East Side Tenement Museum, 5th Avenue and New York University. Washington Square Park and Gramercy Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). 1 Av. Station is 11 minutes by foot and 2 Av. Station is 13 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Alena Esina

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Founder/Funder splitting my time between the two greatest places -- the East Village of New York and Aspen CO.

Why they chose this property

This prized townhouse is one of the most unique homes in all of New York City, and is fully furnished with one-of-a-kind art and furnishings. You’ll enjoy a five-star hotel-style experience, complete kitchenware, premium towels and linens including crips, quality high-thread count sheets, upscale bath products and much more. Featured in HGTV, New York Post, Wall Street Journal Mansion Report and many other publications. Home to stars of the cinema and music world.

What makes this property unique

Unique benefits:

- Former synagogue, historic elegance with original 22 foot soaring windows
- Pristine top-to-bottom renovated for ultra-luxury
- Impeccably-designed 3,235 sq ft interior sf + 982 exterior square feet
- Refined finishes + state-of-the-art amenities
- Guests have access to 3 large outdoor spaces:
* 400 sq ft Roof Deck, south-facing with lovely flowers and herbs. Chaise lounge chairs for sunbathing and dining table.
* 400 sq ft Party Deck with HOT TUB for at least 6 people. Lovely flowers and dining table as well.
* Outdoor Dinning Terrace off the main dining salon w/a gas BBQ grill, flowers and home-grown herb garden
- Steam Room
- Wine Cellar/Cooler
- Jacuzzi Tub & more!

Languages:

English, Russian