Stunning direct Central Park views and beautiful open northern views of the Park and reservoir, from oversized picture windows, immediately welcome you upon entering this 10th floor, 2 bedroom, 2 bath home. A loft-like North and East facing corner living room with ample space for a generously sized dining table and a spacious open chef's kitchen will further impress anyone seeking a special home in a full service prewar co-op on Central Park West. The windowed kitchen has an integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator, stainless steel Dacor cooktop, oven & microwave, Bosch dishwasher and a large custom counter with abundant storage. The spacious master bedroom, with its oversized North-facing window surrounded by attractive shelves and built-in storage, has a wall of closets and a substantial windowed en-suite bath. Large slate floor and wall tiles, a deep soaking tub, and a marble vanity complement the bathroom design. On the far side of the apartment is the 2nd bedroom with a large picture window providing glorious Central Park Views. The placement of this sun-filled room allows it to be utilized in a myriad of ways and currently it is an office with built-in desk and shelving. The centrally located 2nd bath is beautifully designed with slate tiles and a glass walk-in shower. Enjoy the changing of the leaves from your own perch, high above the park. 257 Central Park West, The Orwell House, is conveniently located between 85th and 86th Streets. Built in 1906 and converted to cooperative in 1979, it has an elegant and recently renovated lobby, 24 hour doorman, concierge, live-in super, parking garage,* children's playroom, bike room,** storage*** and central laundry. Situated in the heart of the Upper West Side with Central Park across the street and major transportation just outside your door. Pets and pied-a-terres welcome. 50% financing permitted and 2% flip tax paid by buyer. *$600 per month/wait list ** 132 per year *** rental with wait list