Imagine having your own exclusive botanical garden sanctuary perched high in the sky with open views of the city. Imagine coming home after a long day's work and relaxing amongst nature while watching the sunset on the iconic Gold Coast of the Upper East Side. Imagine New York indoor-outdoor living at its finest. With over 650 square feet of private outdoor space – this makes entertaining for family and friends on the holidays or a hot summer day an absolute breeze. Welcome to 135 East 71st Street #14A, a sprawling two-bedroom, two-bathroom home in a coveted and impeccably maintained co-op on the Upper East Side's Gold Coast, with one of the most beautiful terraces you could ask for. The private terrace. measuring 57'9" x 11'3", runs along the entire southern side of the apartment, and can be accessed from both the living room and the primary bedroom. Upon entry from your semi-private landing shared with only one other apartment, you are welcomed by a large and formal foyer leading to a loft-like living room/dining room beaming with sunlight from the southern and western exposures. Off the dining room is a semi-open windowed kitchen with custom cabinetry, abundant storage, granite countertops, a GE Monogram refrigerator, and slate floors. As you make your way down the corridor, you'll find the bedrooms and bathrooms. The secondary bedroom is currently outfitted as a den/home office with custom built-ins and a large en-suite outfitted closet. The primary bedroom with an en-suite bathroom has two large, outfitted closets and access to the outdoor space. Apartment 14A is the definition of prime real estate. With 11 windows facing South, West, and North, an expansive and well-proportioned floorplan, huge closets and ample storage, and a massive planted outdoor terrace with views of Billionaire's row and the Upper East Side, this apartment is truly one-of-a-kind. 135 East 71st Street is an impeccably maintained 51-unit post-war co-op located in the heart of the Upper East Side's Gold Coast, west of Lexington, on one of the most exquisite, landmarked streets in the area. Amenities include 24-hour doormen, live-in super, fitness center, children's playroom, and on-site parking garage. The neighborhood is immersed with unique shops and dining. From mom-and-pop antique and clothing stores to Michelin-star restaurants and shopping on Madison Avenue. 2% building flip tax paid by the purchaser. Pied-a-terre is permitted for owners only. Subletting is not permitted. Maximum financing 50% of the purchase price. Smoking is not allowed.