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The Jewell of the East Village a truly remarkable residence that transforms all

The Jewell of the East Village a truly remarkable residence that transforms all

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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

Overview of The Jewell of the East Village a truly remarkable residence that transforms all

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10399 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

New York, NY
  • AirportNew York, NY (NYS-Skyports Seaplane Base)17 min walk
  • Popular Location5th Avenue4 min drive
  • Popular LocationNew York University4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBrooklyn Bridge6 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

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

The Jewell of the East Village a truly remarkable residence that transforms all

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.

Property manager

Alena Esina
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Home is not childproof

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Minimum Lease Term of 30 days. Subtenant may cancel Lease at any time without penalty but will forfeit any prepaid rents pursuant to this Lease
Use is not exclusive and Prime-tenant has a right to occupy the premises concurrently with Subtenant during the rental period.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bryant Park and Central Park, while Broadway and Barclays Center Brooklyn are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Madison Square Garden, and consider making time for American Dream, 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.

What's nearby

  • 5th Avenue - 4 min drive
  • New York University - 4 min drive
  • Wall Street - 6 min drive
  • Brooklyn Bridge - 6 min drive
  • Grand Central Terminal - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • New York 9th St. Station - 4 min drive
  • 1 Av. Station - 11 min walk
  • New York, NY (NYS-Skyports Seaplane Base) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • C & B Cafe - 3 min walk
  • Royale - 3 min walk
  • Alphabet City Beer Co - 3 min walk
  • Sunny and Annie's - 3 min walk
  • 7B Horseshoe Bar aka Vazacs - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Jewell of the East Village a truly remarkable residence that transforms all pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Jewell of the East Village a truly remarkable residence that transforms all?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Jewell of the East Village a truly remarkable residence that transforms all?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Jewell of the East Village a truly remarkable residence that transforms all located?

Located in Manhattan, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Union Square Park, 5th Avenue and New York University. Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden are also within 3 miles (5 km). 1 Av. Station is 11 minutes by foot and 2 Av. Station is 13 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home! Great location!
We had such an amazing time staying at this beautiful home in Alphabet City! House was clean and staff incredibly helpful. Martin was a delightful host and answered all our questions before and during our stay. We will book again ! Thank you, Martin!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Niko W.

The best stay ever!
I love Martin the owner! I have rented several properties on homeaway.com, and this is by far the best home we ever rented! The house is clean, Modern, and every room is just amazing! The layout is perfect for groups, and its a great place for families! The design, the location, the owner, and the Kitchen is everything you could want in the perfect NYC stay!

10/10 Excellent

Jim B., Los Angeles

Wonderful property in a fun neighborhood
The townhouse offered more than enough room and luxurious comforts for our group of four. Although we ate pretty much every meal out (there are many good walking-distance dining options nearby), the kitchen provides plenty of prep and spread-out space. Baths are first rate and beds very comfortable. We enjoyed the neighborhood, which provided lots to see while walking around, but was calm and peaceful in the evenings. Martin, Anton, and Rosa were a pleasure to work with; we’d gladly return!

10/10 Excellent

Heide B.

This property was perfect! It was well decorated but yet had a very comfortable homey feel about it
Martin and Anton both were easy to work with- the house was great for our group of 10. The location was great, a little far from subway station but not bad at all (10-15 min walk). We have stayed in midtown but wanted a neighborhood feel and this was exactly that. We felt safe with teenage girls walking around alone. Great restaurants in the area. Overall this provided us a great “home base” for our time in NYC. If you are looking at this property- JUST DO IT!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

patrick t.

Beautiful home, well located
Enjoyed our stay, place is roomy and elegant. Special thanks to the house manager who was around for all our needs almost instantly. Great hospitality!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2018

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!
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