One of the biggest drawbacks of working from home is how personal living quarters can soon start to look, and feel, like the office. However, it's a fate that this recently renovated townhouse in Greenwich Village manages to avoid. The property is very much geared towards those who can ply their trade without having to do the morning commute, thanks to the Rove workstations in every bedroom and media room, which feature electric standing desks, ergonomic chairs and Logitech hardware. The high ceilings and large windows also make the living area a joy to host meetings or client catch-ups. However, as a result of the lavish amount of internal space, there are plenty of spots where you can escape emails — the private roof deck with a barbecue grill and a view of some of New York's skyscrapers, for instance, or on the saddle of the Peloton bike. What's more, the Lower Manhattan location is perfect for those needing a balance between work and play. The Financial District is a ten-minute cab ride away, while there are jazz clubs and fancy restaurants aplenty in the surrounding neighbourhood for when you want to relax.

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