Never before has a townhouse come to market with this particular combination of perfect location on a best block, and with exceptional light - a home so artistic in its conception and so exquisite in its execution.Greenwich VillageReflecting its significant role in New York City's rich history, Greenwich Village was named New York's very first historic district in 1969. Originally an isolated pastoral suburb, Greenwich Village became an affluent residential area during colonial times as wealthy citizens acquired land and built their own grand mansions. Edith Wharton was greatly influenced by the neighborhood during her time as a resident and many of her books, including "Age of Innocence" reflect its splendor in the late 19th century. Today Greenwich Village maintains its historical character and charm while also harkening back to its bohemian days delivering a bustling arts and cultural scene. The Block19 West 12th Street is situated in the heart of the Gold Coast just off Fifth Avenue. This elegant red brick townhouse was built in 1845 as one of a pair of houses in the Late Greek Revival style. Across the street on the southeast corner sits the First Presbyterian Church and its beautiful garden, an urban oasis of greenery. The Church, its neighboring Church House and the row of mid 19th century houses that follow west provide abundant sunlight on the eastern end of the block. The rich architectural history of this particular block exhibits some of the finest examples of Beaux Arts, Modernist, Art Deco, and Greek Revival architecture and has been home to such notables as Malcom Forbes and Jimi Hendrix.The HouseMeasuring 25 feet wide by 52 feet deep on a 106 foot lot, this five story single family residence has been totally renovated with no detail overlooked, balancing the traditional architectural details of the original structure with dramatic contemporary finishes.Entering from the garden level, a bedroom and bath ideal for staff and a powder room are located to the right. At the rear is an enormous kitchen and dining area opening on to a magnificent landscaped garden visible through floor to ceiling windows and doors. The kitchen, designed for a chef, features state-of-the-art appliances including two dishwashers, an integrated SubZero refrigerator, two Miele ovens, two warming drawers, a wine cooler and a professional stove. Rustic wide plank flooring compliments the modern fixtures and cabinetry. There is ample room near the garden for a large dining table capable of seating 12 or more.From the stoop level entrance, the parlor floor has a spacious living room at the front end and a dining room at the rear, both with fireplaces. The rooms are perfectly proportioned and joined by a wide passage with a wet bar. The living room is flooded with sunlight through two tall floor-to-ceiling windows and the dining room is enhanced by an expanse of windows and doors at the rear wall leading to the garden terrace. The soaring ceiling heights and magnificent original detail make this a truly elegant entertaining space. There is also a windowed powder room.The third floor has a guest bedroom with en-suite full bath in the rear and a handsome library and home office in the front with a powder room accessible from the hallway, easily convertible to a bedroom. The fourth floor has two more bedrooms both with en-suite baths and another powder room off the hallway.The fifth floor comprises a grand master suite. The rear bedroom is enhanced by a fireplace and an enormous north-facing skylight which spans the full 25 foot width of the house. A second skylight brings natural light into a large walk-in closet. For privacy, the closet connects the master bedroom to the spectacular master bathroom, the crowning feature of the house. The 450 sf bathroom stretches the full width of the house and is finished in Italian Calacatta gold marble. Abundant sunshin