29 Charlton St #Townhouse 1

Situated at the intersection of Hudson Square, SoHo, and the West Village on one of downtown Manhattan's most treasured landmarked blocks, 29 Charlton Street is a rare Federal-style townhouse of extraordinary character. Built in 1899, the home spans five floors with four bedrooms, five baths, and a private top-floor apartment, a configuration that offers the privacy and grandeur of a private house with the added flexibility of independent guest or staff quarters. The parlor floor arrives with a gracious entry hall that flows into a sweeping double living room with ornate crown moldings, wide-plank hardwood floors, a Venetian glass chandelier, and a wood-burning fireplace. Oversized windows flood the space with light, and glass doors open onto a balcony with views directly over the landscaped garden below, ideal for entertaining or a quiet evening in. One floor down, the garden level is anchored by a kitchen that is nothing short of spectacular. Moroccan zellige tilework lines the walls, a deep farmhouse sink, and a blue AGA range. A large central island with a butcher block provides generous prep and gathering space, while marble floors and a wood-burning fireplace complete the picture. The garden itself is a private world: manicured hedgerows, mature trees, brick pathways, stone fountains, and a tranquility rarely encountered in the city. The second floor features two generously proportioned bedrooms, each with a private en-suite bath and wood-burning fireplaces framed in charming, decorative tile, and ample room for a sitting area. The larger of the two is a true suite, with a walk-in closet and a small balcony overlooking the garden. The primary suite on the third floor is the heart of the home. With a crystal chandelier, a wood-burning fireplace with marble surround, and French doors opening onto a large private terrace, it evokes the grand bedrooms of a European manor. The en-suite bath carries the same sensibility: marble throughout, a soaking tub, a pedestal sink, generous windows, and its own fireplace, an extraordinarily rare amenity. The top floor is a self-contained apartment with a bedroom, full bath, and small kitchenette, perfectly suited for staff, long-term guests, or a creative studio. Charlton Street sits at the intersection of three of downtown Manhattan's most sought-after neighborhoods, with the boutiques and galleries of SoHo, the tree-lined streets and restaurants of the West Village, and the energy of Hudson Square all within easy reach. Via Carota, Raoul's, and some of the city's finest dining are moments away, as are the Hudson River Park and the Spring Street A, C, and E trains.