(Photo: Russ Ross Photography/The Corcoran Group)
The charming Upper East Side townhouse featured in the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany’s has hit the market for US$15 million (approximately NZ$24.9 million).
Positioned on a leafy street, the circa 1910 brownstone that is synonymous with Audrey Hepburn‘s Holly Golightly has undergone an extensive three-year renovation. The ‘no-expense-spared’ restoration has blended modern luxuries with the original architectural details. Fortunately for cinema buffs, this handsome townhouse has retained its recognisable facade and signature blue front door.
The luxury real estate agency The Corcoran Group listed the five-storey home. They have marketed it as an icon – “a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a reimagined piece of New York.”
Located at 169 East 71st Street, the historic brownstone spans approximately 4,465 square feet (414.8 square metres) across five stories. The home features four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, three powder rooms, a 30-foot garden, two terraces and a south-facing Juliet balcony.
On the market:
Since Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Breakfast at Tiffany’s only used the exterior as a backdrop, the interior scenes were shot on Hollywood sets. The revitalised home lends itself to opulent entertaining, thanks to its numerous living spaces and full-floor parlour.
As the listing reads, “Whether you’re hosting in the grand parlour, sipping espresso on the terrace, or simply enjoying the rarefied character of this home’s history and craftsmanship-169 East 71st Street is more than a residence. It’s an experience.”
Following three years of renovations, the townhouse boasts meticulously designed interiors. White oak herringbone floors with ebony inlay, antique materials, and gas fireplaces are featured across the five floors. Additional luxuries include a service elevator, a wine cellar within the basement and a separate garden unit for guests.
The home caters to al fresco dining with a landscaped garden featuring custom latticework, two charming terraces and a Juliet balcony. This outdoor space is truly a luxury in New York City.
The townhouse’s value has increased significantly over the years, previously selling for US$7.4 million (approximately NZ$12.3 million) to the home’s current owner.
