Attractive East Chestnut Street Apartment

Philadelphia is a great city that's only gotten better over the years. Staying so true to its art and culture, it's been said that Philly is New York's most vibrant neighborhood. The city is always a great experience, but we get it... it's important to stay close to the fun and excitement, and then spend nights in the quiet of a cozy Stay Alfred like this one – living like fun-loving urban gentry. Located in a wonderfully remodeled and historic stone building in Philadelphia's lively Midtown Village, this Stay Alfred puts you smack dab in the center of the city's greatest venues, including delectable diners, stellar Philly street performances, obscure local shops, and equally splendid daytime fun and nightlife. There's all that fun right outside your door, plus must-see national history just down the street, with the Liberty Bell, the Betsy Ross House, and Independence Hall, all within walking distance. Plus, this Stay Alfred has a Walk Score of 99, so bring comfortable shoes! Your Stay Alfred is also close to some of the finest of art and cultural life, with Benjamin Franklin Parkway and the Philadelphia Museum of Art (Remember the steps scene in Rocky?) just a couple miles away – easy walking or running distance if you've got the “eye of the tiger.” Getting the feeling that there's no better place to post up in Philadelphia than this Stay Alfred? Go with it. There's so much to do close by, and, after taking in all that Philadelphia culture, you'll love coming home to a quiet building complete with remodeled Art Deco lobby and modern gym, and to a condo with timeless hardwood floors, big comfy beds and giant windows with fantastic views of Philly streets. Your Stay Alfred Inside your cozy Stay Alfred, you'll appreciate the European kitchen design and stainless-steel appliances, as well as its granite countertops. A smart kitchen design beckons you to cook at home in style. Plenty of big windows in each room bathe the place in natural light. The open floor plan between living room and kitchen give the condo a roomy look and feel. And, there's plenty of room for the whole crew to spread out and relax in front of the big screen TV when it's time to chill. Sleek bath and kitchen fixtures dress up this Stay Alfred nicely, while stylish wood floors add a homey look and feel. Plus, with Stay Alfred, you don't pay for a Philadelphia vacation apartment cluttered with “the owner's” stuff--you get a place all to your own. Your 2 bedroom, 2 bath Stay Alfred Comfy king-size bed in master bedroom, cozy queen-size bed in second bedroom, easy pull-out queen-size sofa in living area -- room for the whole gang! 2 full bathrooms means no waiting or kids doing potty dances 1005 square feet so the whole crew can sprawl out Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances for cooking at home in style WiFi and cable TV for worry-free streaming of movies, news, sports Washer/dryer in condo for meal mishaps and light packers Ironing board and iron for looking sharp while you travel Hair dryer in room for one less thing to pack Coffee maker for waking to delicious hot joe Air conditioning for keeping it cool Custom-crafted European maple cabinetry Bathroom and kitchen fixtures by Grohe Ceramic tiled bathroom floors for cleaning up with class Hardwood floors in kitchen and living areas Berber carpet in bedrooms for warm feet all day Posh granite countertops The Building Built in 1902 and listed on the historic register, the stone building boasts a striking architecture and features a retro-remodeled art deco lobby complete with fantastic chandelier lighting, vintage wall sconces and a well-lit mail center. The lobby also offers a tasty coffee and tea bar that's always open for a quick cup when you're in a hurry. The building also features a 24-hour gym with exercise bikes, Cardio Theater and treadmills, plus, of course, an array of free weights. (Sorry, none of the Rocky-style wood to split or cold storage beef on hooks for punching.) Other great amenities include a 24-hour concierge, package receiving, and available dry-cleaning. Building Amenities Controlled access building for optimal security (James Bond would love it) 24-hour workout center with Cardio Theatre technology to out-train even the Russian guy in Rocky IV, but with free weights to keep it Rocky real Business center in building – just walk down the hall and you're there Valet dry-cleaning available for looking great in your business duds 24-hour coffee/tea available for getting a jumpstart on your day Recycling and other green living options for a cleaner world Fast elevators for quick access 24-hour concierge sees to all your needs Bicycle storage for keeping your wheels safe and sound Why this particular condo, you ask? You've seen the great in-room features and the building amenities fit for a king or queen. The great views, the fantastic lobby, the state-of-the art gym and business center. What sets this condo apart is the fantastic neighborhood. Not enough can be said about Midtown Village. The Midtown Village neighborhood is an experience. The streets throng with friendly crowds enjoying festivities and street acts everywhere you go. Just blocks away from your cozy condo is Philly's renowned Reading Terminal Market, where you can find fresh local produce and meats, seafood, poultry, spices and more for cooking up fantastic meals in your posh kitchen. Located between both the Schuylkill and Delaware rivers, your condo offers plenty of natural escapes and running paths for fresh air. And, a mere hop, skip and jump from Midtown Village are other great neighborhoods like Chinatown and Rittenhouse Square, which also offer lively street cultures, plus great dining and fun entertainment. Your condo is near great public transportation, with bus stops a 2-minute walk from your condo offering connections to the subway and trolley system. Distance to popular destinations: Reading Terminal Market: 4-Minute Walk Philadelphia City Hall: 6-Minute Walk JFK Plaza/LOVE Park: 11-Minute Walk Liberty Bell and Independence Hall: 11-Minute Walk Betsy Ross House: 11-Minute Drive Benjamin Franklin Parkway: 11-Minute Drive Philadelphia Museum of Art and Rocky Steps: 16-minute drive Philadelphia Zoo: 20-minute drive The Necessities: 7-11: In Building Walgreens: 6-minute walk The room, the building and the neighborhood in general make this the ideal place to stay. Top it all off with a Walk Score of 99, and you couldn't be more at home than this condo in Midtown Village. Here are some specific places to hit right outside your door… Local Faves Green Eggs Café First, breakfast. We recommend a (cash-only) place called Green Eggs Café. It's worth the 5-minute walk and is a great way to wake up and get going. The café has a super friendly ambience and is notorious for serving huge portions, so come hungry. The Green Eggs menu offers such breakfast yumyums as Pecan Pie French Toast, Creole Shrimp with Grits , and Crab Cake Benedict. All SO good! Stop in for a Breakfast Burrito to eat on the go, or sit yourself down to our favorite, Green Egg's huge stack of Cookie Dough Stuffed French Toast! 5-Minute Walk MilkBoy Philadelphia A stylin' bar, restaurant, and live music venue in one, MilkBoy is the creation of local music industry pros and a popular local Philly chef. So, yeah, good food and great music, together. MilkBoy has an upstairs music venue that boasts an impressive lineup of local and nationally known talent, plus two bars and food options all day that are as good as the music. Not just a stellar nightclub, Milkboy is as popular at 3am as it is at 7am when it opens to serve breakfast, with lunch and dinner options later, plus happy hour. MilkBoy even offers great pub grub into the wee hours when the music's thumping. The drink menu sports one of Philly's better beer selections, with a assortment of craft beers on draft and a variety of hot and chilled cocktails. 2-Minute Walk Capogiro Gelato Artisans There isn't a better way to follow up that delicious meal at one of Philly's great restaurants than a scoop (or two or three) of artisan ice cream at Capogiro. With a respectful nod toward quality, Capogiro adheres strictly to the rule of “artigianale.” What is that? Some Italian tradition that says EVERYTHING has to be made in-house, not just the bases, not just the cones, but the flavorings, too. Whatever. It works for us. Capogiro boasts 385 flavors on rotation with dozens of options every day. We recommend the Ananas con Sage or the Golden Pineapple. Or, try out the Bacio Chocolate-Hazelnut gelato. It's laden with delectably caramelized crushed hazelnuts. Hello! 3-Minute Walk Insomnia Cookies Oh lordy! You've got some late-night munchies and don't want to put on your shoes or even think about going out that door. Insomnia Cookies has your back. You order online or by phone, and they deliver warm cookie treats in just minutes. (Though, understand that Insomnia is just a 3-minute walk from your condo and they do walk-in orders, too, if you're in need a short stroll.) The fine Insomnia menu boasts package deals of 6, 12, 18 and 24 tasty cookies of your choice, with almost all traditional possibilities available. Along with cookies, Insomnia will bring you to-die-for cookie sandwiches packed with, you guessed right, ice cream, in the middle of two somehow-still-warm cookies. Oh my! Insomnia Cookies is open from 10am to 3am weekdays and noon to 3 am on weekends. 3-Minute Walk