27a Harrison St

27A Harrison Street is one of the most historic houses in New York City. Constructed originally in 1819, it was one of the first to be designated a New York City landmark by the then-new Landmarks Preservation Commission in 1966. It exists in a row of beautiful Federal houses whose restoration had been commissioned by the L.P.C. itself. Townhouses are rare to Tribeca, and these are the most famous and desirable of all.<br><br>27A is the jewel in the crown, and the largest of the group. It is 25 feet wide and has 3,700 square feet of living space. Dean/Wolf Architects designed the luminous interior, complete with seven fireplaces. The entire home is centrally air-conditioned. <br><br>The front stoop leads to a diaphanous parlor level, highlighting high ceilings over a living room with wood-burning fireplace, large open kitchen, dining area, and access to a beautiful south-facing garden.<br><br>A stunning and unique staircase rises to the second level, which features two large bedrooms and a bathroom. <br><br>The entire third level is a master suite measuring over 500 square feet. It includes a wood-burning fireplace and wonderful Federal-era gables. A skylight above filters light throughout the house.<br><br>The English basement, with interior and separate exterior access, has a large, private recreation room, a music room that convertible to other uses, two fireplaces, and mechanicals. This level also leads to the superb 506-square foot south garden.