Located in Santa Catarina, in Lisbon's historic center, this charming and comfortable apartment in a building of the eighteenth century, is sited in a quiet area close to the known Chiado and Bairro Alto neighborhoods. The perfect location to experience the city. The APARTMENT
This 40 sq meter old house was recently renovated and decorated preserving the original plan.The high ceilings and the eig
hteenth century Portuguese tiles are seamlessly combined with modern and very comfortable decor. Two large windows in the living room (from where you can see the river) let in the famous Lisbon light. The apartment comprises a bright living room, a double room, a kitchen and a bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped including washing machine, microwave, coffee maker and kettle. The living room is equipped with a double sofa bed that fits extra 2 persons. Still for top comfort, the house is best fitted for up to 3 adults or a couple with 2 children. There is free Wireless Internet in the apartment. The apartment is on the 3rd floor of an old (restored) traditional building of the historic center. As most buildings in the historic center, this one has no lift and therefore is not suitable for guests with mobility problems. This eighteenth century building was completely renovated in 2007 and awarded a prize for its historic facade. THE SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOOD
The apartment is 2 minutes walking from Bairro Alto and 5 minutes walking from Chiado. The Bairro Alto is a picturesque old quarter and well known for its nightlife and unavoidable trendy and vintage shops. Chiado is one of the most emblematic and traditional neighborhoods of Lisbon. In this area you can find almost everything, any time of the day: be it a lazy brunch, great cheep restaurants, fado houses, grocery stores, supermarkets, art galleries, bookstores, theatre, trendy shops and with modern design souvenir shops to bring your friends and family. Not to miss: the apartment is just 2 minutes walking from the Adamastor terrace, which is a privileged place to see the sunset and the river Tagus. ACCESS
The apartment location is excellent: the famous tram No. 28 is almost at the doorstep; the tram stop is just 3 minutes walk. Tram 28 goes through most of the major tourist sites: Graça, Alfama, Baixa, São Jorge Castle ...,. 5 minutes walk from the subway; 10/15 minutes walk to the train station bound for the beach / Cascais or Belém; 15/20 minute walk to the train station bound for Sintra - this fairy tail village is UNESCO World Heritage Site;
Basically, this is a very central area with easy access to various transportation networks, either walking or by tram. Best of all, in a very quiet street where you can relax to the sound of birds. And if you are a walker, you can leave home and easily discover Lisbon walking to some of the best tourist spots (Principe Real – 10/15 minutes, Rossio – 10/15 minutes, Baixa Pombalina – 10/15 minutes, Saint Jorge Castle – around 30 minutes, Alfama – around 30 minutes,..). No need to take the Tram nº 28. FACILITIES
Grocery and fruit store: 120 m (down the street)
Supermarket: 500 m
ATM machine: 500m
Nº Licença de AL: 24149/AL