Elegant and sun drenched south-facing Upper East Side classic 6-into-5. The excellent layout features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms (in a separate bedroom wing), a gracious living room, den and eat-in kitchen. The living room and two bedrooms feature gorgeous tree-top views plus open, south-facing skies above the townhouses opposite. A distinctive entrance hall, with an optimally positioned coat closet, draws you into the bright and sunny living room, centered around a wood-burning fireplace. Excellent proportions provide space for a desk and comfortable seating area. The inviting dining room is currently set up as a den with custom built-ins and lighting. The two adjacent bedrooms are anchored by a generous primary with an en-suite bathroom, stylish custom glass-fronted built-in closets, and two further closets, including a walk-in. The second bedroom has plenty of room for two twin beds and has a generously sized closet. The large kitchen boasts an open eating area, desk, butler's pantry (with two wine fridges,) and plentiful counter space. Premium appliances include a Thermador double oven, Viking gas range with vented hood and a Bosch washer dryer. 163 East 81st Street is a delightful co-op on a quiet tree-lined street with a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, common storage room, and laundry. Pets are allowed, and there is a 2% flip tax to be paid by the buyer.