Perched high over the Hudson River and city, this grand 4 bedroom plus library, 3.5 bathroom home has been perfectly renovated for both luxurious and comfortable living. A gracious foyer and 21' long gallery welcome you to the home, where immediately you are met with Southern light and open views of the Upper West Side landmarks district and the River. The side by side living and formal dining room are ahead, boasting rich herringbone floors and window seats to enjoy the views and light. The huge chef's corner eat-in kitchen is off the dining room, also facing South with River and city views. It is the ultimate in both gourmet capabilities and relaxed living. There is a Thermador range with grill and vented hood, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, double sink, breakfast bar, banquet and built-in desk, and plenty of space left over for relaxing and media time. The adjacent wood paneled library has an additional refrigerator, wine refrigerator, bookshelves, great storage and built-ins. Beyond the library is a North facing bedroom with new en-suite bathroom with mosaic tile floors and radiant heat. In the bedroom wing, the master suite has a double-sized walk-in closet, two supplemental closets, and a new en-suite bathroom with radiant heat. Two additional bedrooms each have large closets and are serviced by a new hall bathroom with radiant heat. A powder room off the gallery services guests. The apartment is complete with multiple zones of central air conditioning, integrated audio in the entertaining rooms and master suite, a large coat/mud room for additional storage and a laundry room with vented full sized washer/dryer. Built in 1928, 33 Riverside Drive was made famous by George and Ira Gershwin who hosted lavish parties in their penthouse homes. This full service cooperative has a 24 hour doorman and resident manager. This special home is available for a 1 year rental with the possibility of a second. Sorry, no pets and no smoking.