This is a small opportunity to acquire a delightful and comfortable duplex apartment in one of the most convenient and desirable part of the city. The beautiful apartment shown below is situated in Alfama quarter, Lisboa, Portugal. The apartment is on a first floor, thus affording charming views over rooftops. A renovation was made a few years ago and great care has been taken to preserve the original actual features, such as the exposed beams and castle stone walls, as well as the traditional wood-floors. The effect is to create bright and welcoming atmosphere which seamlessly combines the old and the modern and is ideal for entertaining.
Typical Alfama apartment, with a rustic charm of old Lisbon, with large rooms, and conveniently located in the city’s historical center. Furnished in old Mediterranean style, equipped with all amenities, including high speed Wi-Fi.
Welcome to your home in the heart of Lisbon!
The atmosphere of the small typical Alfama square where it is located, will make you feel as a if were a Lisboeta. From the balcony you can see part of the XII century city wall and hear live fado streaming from the restaurants nearby. The apartment is within 10 minutes (walking distance) from the city’s downtown and right next to the Castelo district.
The apartment is exceptionally spacious for the Alfama area and includes two large living rooms, three bedrooms (a full size one and two smaller ones), a big hallway, a kitchen and a bathroom.
The apartment includes:
– A fully equipped kitchen: fridge, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, electrical kettle, hand blender, as well as plenty of cookware and dinnerware
– High speed Wi-Fi internet
– Cable TV
– A printer/scanner
– DVD player
– Laundry washing machine, vacuum cleaner, iron and ironing board, two portable fans, two portable electric heaters, one portable gas heater, hair drier
– Plenty of towels, bed linens, duvets and covers
– Wall security safe to store valuables
– Books (Portuguese, English, French, German, Spanish)
– Lisbon maps and guides
– Board games and children’s toys.
Conveniently located close to restaurants, shops, public transportation, and museums.
The neighborhood:
Alfama (Portuguese pronunciation: [a?’f?m?]) is the oldest district of Lisbon, spreading on the slope between the São Jorge Castle and the Tagus River. It’s historic value and architectural features are sure to enchant visitors from around the world, from its narrow winding streets, to its unexpected river views, to its centuries-old buildings. But Alfama is also a lively neighborhood, with its own unique urban dynamic – a true village within the city!
Getting around:
There is a variety of public transportation nearby including tram, subway and buses. The apartment is only a 10-minute walk to Lisbon’s downtown.