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Car Rentals in New York City and Turtle Bay Gardens

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Theatre and Art

Are you currently looking for a hip, sophisticated New York City residential unit? Whether you're looking to relocate permanently, or simply expanding your real estate acquisitions, you're sure to find something spectacular in the Turtle Bay neighborhood. Affluent and exotic, the Turtle Bay area has housed many a New York celebrity during its lifetime, including names like Truman Capote, Johnny Carson, Mary Lasker and Edgar Alan Poe. Architecture is also a major part of the neighborhood thanks to structures like the Chrysler Building, The Beekman Hotel and the Riverhouse. Although these buildings are beautiful, there's really only one place to stay when in Turtle Bay - the Gardens. The Turtle Bay Gardens is an enclave of twenty townhouses located on the south side of 49th Street and the north side of 48th. Purchased by New York socialite Charlotte Hunnewell Sorchan in 1918, this small community is famous for its celebrity residents and immaculately maintained grounds. This stunning New York City microcosm is an important part of the city's cultural and architectural past, so don't miss your chance to check it out first hand. New York City car rental customers are encouraged to stop by the Turtle Bay Gardens for an enlightening NYC experience.

New York's Niche of Nature

Turtle Bay Gardens may not seem like a very exciting New York landmark, but in all actuality it is extremely unique. From the conjoined central garden to the Flemish and Regency styled pastel stucco, this quaint collection of houses is quite different then its skyscraper neighbors. Designed by architects Edward C. Dean and William L. Bottomely, the Turtle Bay Gardens community is similar to those found in England and Whales. Designed around a communal central garden, the houses on Turtle Garden feature unique alfresco entertaining areas as well as intimate rear dining rooms. The garden itself now features a flourish of shrubbery, flowers and mature trees. New York City car rental clients will also notice that the backyards are separated by a friendly three foot brick wall, promoting a social atmosphere. Decorative statues and fountains enhance the shared central block pathway with picturesque detailing. Surprisingly enough, this wide-open setup makes for one of the most intimate and private living spaces in all of New York City. Restrictions limiting the addition of walls and roofing in the area has helped keep the Turtle Bay Gardens relatively unchanged for the past century.

An Inspiration Escape for the American Mind

The Turtle Bay neighborhood has always been a magnet for the highest echelon of American wealth. The homes in Turtle Bay Gardens are no exception. Celebrity residents that have lived in the Turtle Bay Garden townhouses have included actors Katherine Hepburn and Tyrone Power, musical composer Stephen Sondheim, famed jurist Learned Hand, and conductor Leopold Stokowski. Maria Bowen Chapin, founder of the Chapin School, was also a resident of the Gardens, as well as publishing personalities Maxwell Perkins, Henry Luce and Dorothy Thompson. The literary masterpiece, "Charlotte's Web" was written by E.B. White during his stay in the Turtle Bay Gardens. Thanks to its role in American literature and architecture, the community of Turtle Bay Gardens is now recognized as a protected landmark. New York City car rental clients are encouraged to stop by and take pictures of the buildings, but please remember that these are residential properties. Turtle Bay Garden residences often spring up in the market from time to time as well, so be sure to keep an eye on the real estate papers during your upcoming New York City car rental vacation.

It's a Wonderful Day in the Neighborhood

The Turtle Bay Gardens community is located at the center of Manhattan's most affluent neighborhood. Sights within minutes of the townhouse community include the United Nations Plaza, Tudor City, Ralphe J. Bunche Park, the Beaux-Arts Institute of Design and the Japan Society. A number of five-star hotels are also located in the neighborhood as well as first-class restaurants. Action New York City Car Rentals recommends scheduling at least one afternoon touring the Turtle Bay Gardens area.

Downtown Manhattan 741 Broadway, New York, NY
New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-253-2299

Midtown Manhattan 200 E. 33rd St. New York, NY
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-683-7205

Westside Manhattan 229 W.60th ST. New York, NY
New York, NY 11023
Phone: 212-784-8700

LaGuardia Airport Holiday Inn 37-10 114 Street (In the lobby)
Corona NY 11368
Phone: 718-505-6969

Doubletree Newark Airport 128 Frontage Road (In the lobby)
Newark, NJ
Phone: 973-424-1000

Franklin Square, Long Island 735 Hempstead Turnpike
Franklin Square, Long Island, NY 11010
Phone: 516-481-6026