Summary:
Fantastically light and airy apartment in Lisbon's most trendy and sought-after neighborhood. Located on the third floor in a restored Pombal-era building with side views down to the city and lots of sun. Beautifully and carefully decorated by the owner with bespoke furniture of a luxurious standard. Just a short 10-minute walk to the waterfront and the Cais do Sodre station. Eat out or shop in the fashionable Ribeira market which is just a couple of minutes' walk from the station.
The Space:
A spacious living room has a super comfy sofa perfect for relaxing after a long day. The kitchen is cozy and suitable for a nice breakfast, café style. Beautiful wooden floors take you back in time to a romantic age. The typical high ceilings of this architecture make you feel the golden age of Portugal's past. Not to be missed!!
Guest Access:
We offer a meet and greet service on your arrival at the apartment but we can also make arrangements for keys to be collected. Get in touch with us.
The Neighborhood:
Principe Real is one of the finest neighborhoods of Lisbon boasting turn-of-the-century mansions, fashionable shops, and happening gay bars. It is very green, has lots of trees, and has some amazing shopping along the, including concept stores, art galleries, and local designer shops.
The kiosk in the center of the Principe Gardens is a famous meeting point for well-heeled Portuguese society where they will enjoy coffee together and a delicious Portuguese pastry under the umbrella of high canopied trees.
As you walk out of the building, you can choose to turn left and shortly you will be in Principe Real where you have a selection of different restaurants, bars, or kiosk cafés, there are a couple of museums but be sure to find different sight viewings over the city, one of them being the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara.
If you decide to turn right, and adventure in between the different alleys close to the apartment you will find Bairro Alto, where you will find a couple of Fado restaurants but the highlight of this neighborhood is its authenticity. If you proceed walking down in the direction of Rio Tejo, you will be on route to Cais do Sodré where you will be able to find Mercado da Ribeiro, Rua Rosa (pink Street) and so many other great gastronomic and cultural options.
Finally, if you decide to go forward, as you walk out of the building you will head into Chiado, where you will find different little alleys leading you to different stores, and a whole new selection of restaurants, bars, and cafés. Besides this, you will find a few churches and other monuments which are hidden among the city's buildings.
Getting Around:
You will have access either to the Rato metro station, which is the yellow line (about a 15-minute walk in the direction of Principe Real), or the Baixa Chiado metro station, which is the blue line (about a 5 min walk in the direction of Cais do Sodré).
There are a couple of trams (located in strategic points of the city), the most famous one is N. 28, where you will be able to catch and feel like an authentic "alfacinha" (someone who is from Lisbon), and these will lead you to different areas within the city.
Down in Cais do Sodré (about a 15-minute walk), you may find the green metro line, the connecting train service to Cascais (45 min ride, along the coast) and you may also want to adventure onto the other side of Lisbon, crossing over the Rio Tejo by ferry boat - you will find there a lot of different restaurants known for their fish, an opportunity to see the beaches by using connecting bus services and also a different view of Lisbon.
Lisbon is smaller than you might think so you will be within walking distance of almost everything an additional fun fact is that this city is known as - "a cidade das 7 Colinas"/ "the city of the 7 hills"- so there will be a lot of ups and downs, but it all adds to Lisbon's charm and uniqueness.
Other Things to Note:
Our properties are self-catering, but we do make all beds up with linen and towels as well as provide basic amenities such as toilet rolls and soaps for a day or two.
If you would like to have additional sets of linen or need to hire baby or beach equipment, we have an array of amenities we can offer. Please ask us for more information. Alternatively, your guest area will also have these items once you have booked. We are also able to arrange airport transfers and day trips with baby seats if needed.
* Since our office is located in Cascais, you can collect the apartment keys from a Keynest point at any time between 16h00 and 21h30, seven days a week.
If you prefer, we can also arrange a meet and greet service for an additional fee.
-€45.00 for arrivals between 20h00 and 23h00
-€60.00 for arrivals after 23h00.
Tourist Tax:
Local municipalities have introduced a Tourist Tax, requiring hosts to collect from tourists staying in accommodations such as hotels, B&Bs, or vacation rentals. This tax contributes to the maintenance of local facilities and applies to tourists regardless of nationality. It is the host’s responsibility to collect the tax at the prevailing rate and pass it on to the respective municipalities/regions. Rates can vary from year to year and between different councils. Please check your reservation for details.
* Parties and loud music are strictly not allowed at any of our properties and actions may be taken should there be any complaints from the neighbours relating to excessive noise.
* Please note, the legal quiet times are between 23:00 to 07:00. Please limit noise (phone calls, TV, etc.)
* Additional guests are not allowed without the express permission of the management agency.
* Pets are not allowed at any of our properties regardless of size or behaviour as it is part of the agreement we have with our owners.
Interaction with Guests:
We meet and greet you and then we leave you to get on with your holiday but we are always an email or a WhatsApp away!
