Location: Lisbon, Lisbon Region, Portugal, Europe (Lisbon Center.)
Accommodations: Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 3)
Keywords: Private Apartment
This sunny one bedroom apartment is in the wonderful Alfama quarter of Lisbon.
On the second floor of an 18th century typical Alfama house with lots of sun in the day and cool for sleeping in the night in summer. Sleeps two-three adults, there is also a baby crib. Newly renovated with old Portuguese style. has A small balcony looks out on the tiny streets of this old neighborhood. This apartment is in the same house as my other Listing 241764 and can be rented together if you are 2 couples or two families traveling together. They are completely separate, each with same amenities.
It is only a 5 minutes to walk to the Castelo Sao Jorge and 15 min. to walk to the center of Lisbon. Or you can travel around Lisbon on the delightful (famous) TRAM # 28 which is a 1 minute walk from the apartment. It is a 5 minute walk to the new Metro Station at Sta. Apolonia Train Station. (Lisbon's main terminal) where there is also a supermarket open until 11pm.
The neighborhood is filled with many authentic Fado houses, cafes and restaurants. Alfama is the oldest part of the city with tiny streets to discover.
The apartment has a separate bedroom with a double bed, a sunny living room with a sofa bed (for one person), and dining table. A complete kitchen with gas stove, microwave, fridge with freezer, toaster, washing machine. Both have cable TV (English + other languages), stereo, CD, WI-FI. A full bathroom with shower. From the windows you have a nice view over the small square Largo de Santo Estevão In winter time the apartments are heated with electric heaters and there is a fan for summer cooling. A very responsible manager is there to help if there are any problems or questions.
Non-Smoking apartment.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided : Sheets, towels, all provided.
- Beds
- Double Bed : Double bed in bedroom.
- Convertible Bed : Single sleeper sofa bed for 3rd person.
- Crib : Crib available for baby.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Water View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Restaurants
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Fado, the original Portuguese Blues type music, is found especially in the Alfama district. You can go to Fado dinner clubs, or discover little bars with spontaneous Fado singers.
Rate Details (In Euros)
December-March ................... €55/night (2 pers.)
April-November......... €60/night (2 pers.)
Easter, Christmas-New Years .. €70/night (2 pers)
Includes taxes, cleaning, linens, towels, wi-fi. No extra charges
Minimum 4 nights
5 euros/night for 3rd person.
Check in hours flexible - Check out 12 noon.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2007
I am a woman artist and I have been visiting Lisbon for 15 years.
Why the Owner Chose Lisbon
Lisbon is a very charming old world city, not on the regular tourist trail. It has lots of outdoor cafes on every street. The art, music and food of Portugal is found in abundance in Lisbon, the capital. I chose the Alfama neighborhood because of it's ancient feel, tiny streets with very few cars, people who have lived there for many generations keeping their old traditions. You are in the city and at the same time in a tiny village with an atmosphere of another time. I am a painter and find the city beautiful and inspiring.
The Unique Benefits of this Apartment
The apartment is a 3 minute walk to the River Tejo, the large river that runs through Lisbon to the Atlantic. It is a short trip to Estoril beaches by public transport. The # 28 Electrico (tram) which is one minute walk from the door, takes you on an enchanting ride through the tiny streets and hills across Lisbon. You don't need a car in Lisbon, public transport and taxis are very abundant and not expensive. Lisbon is a "secret" city that lives on it's own time. Portuguese people revere their quality of life, which I have found emphasizes eating good fresh food (excellent fish) and drinking the wines of the country, which is another wonderful discovery.
Property Photos
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- View of Living room - Lisbon Alfama Sunny Apartment
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- living room and balcony door - Lisbon Alfama Sunny Apartment
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- full kitchen - Lisbon Alfama Sunny Apartment
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- Bedroom for 2
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- no cars on our street...
Traveler Reviews (14)
LC from New York
Guest: LC from New York
(New York City)
Date of Stay: 01/09/12
Review Submitted: 01/19/12
This apartment made for a fabulous stay in Lisbon. It was sunny, clean, colorful and charming. Fully stocked with everything that made it feel like home, it was wonderful to come home to after each day of exploring the city and nice to wake up to in the morning. Located in a truly authentic area, I was able to get a real taste of life in Alfama. Convenient to historic sites, buses and trains and nestled in an enchanting maze of cobbled and mosaic streets, it is the perfect location for a traveler who wants to experience the real deal without sacrificing safety, cleanliness, beauty and comfort. Thank you for making my week in Lisbon so enjoyable!
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
Great Stay
Guest: Buzzie
(Spokane, WA)
Date of Stay: 01/03/12
Review Submitted: 01/08/12
The apartment was everything it purported to be. The owner was extremely helpful. While the Alfama district might appear a bit scruffy to some, we found it charming and the butcher down the street was very friendly and liked Hummers and Arnold Schwarzenegger. We felt very safe and there was lots of sightseeing material in the apartment that we used to explore Lisbon. We would definitely stay there again. And the wifi was very good. We are in our 60s and while the stairs were a bit tight, we made it up and down without problems albeit slowly.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
very satisfying stay
Guest: crirolan
(Italy)
Date of Stay: 12/25/11
Review Submitted: 01/02/12
Comfortable apartment with all the essentials , well positioned in the heart of historic Alfama district , you can reach all the sights of Lisbon on foot or by public transport and the owner is very kind .
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Lisbon apt review
Guest: barb
(Sauble Beach)
Date of Stay: 11/19/11
Review Submitted: 12/05/11
Cute, clean apartment....great location for shopping, dining, entertainment and close to many tourist attractions! Loved it! Ellie, thanks for being a great host to the city of Lisbon.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, girls getaway.
Great apartment
Guest: Shaun
(Victoria, BC, Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11
Review Submitted: 11/01/11
This apartment is so comfortable and cute. It has all the modern equipments,but it is in the heart of historic centre. The location is perfect for sightseeing in Lisbon and day trips outside the city. It's close to tram, bus stops, metro, ferries and train stations. The neighbourhood has so many colourful charms. The people are so friendly. The food is so delicious and fresh.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
A True Alfama Experience
Guest: Ecuador Yankees
(San Pablo del Lago, Imbabura, Ecuador)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 08/06/11
This apartment gives you the opportunity to soak up the atmosphere of old Lisboa... you will feel you are really "living in the neighborhood." Narrow cobble-stoned streets, laundry hanging overhead, a corner tienda, sidewalk restaurants, singing, laughing friendly people... From our initial inquiry as to availability right through our departure, everything went just the way we wanted and hoped it would. The owner was most helpful with pre-arrival information; when we arrived the property manager was very detailed in explaining how everything worked; the apartment was very clean, the bed comfortable, the shower hot... what more is there to be said. We always measure our level of satisfaction by asking ourselves "Would we do this again?" and here our answer is an unqualified "YES"... four nights was many nights too few!
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, girls getaway.
Wow!!
Guest: Tom
(Napa, Ca USA)
Date of Stay: 05/15/11
Review Submitted: 06/04/11
We enjoyed this property immensely. Full of character and located in a fantastic neighborhood. The area is alive with families and excitement. Great restaurants and shops close by. Numerous attractions and entertainment within walking distance. We found an interesting Azulejos shop just up the street and commisioned some hand painted tiles for our kitchen remodel. This experience beat the heck out of a hotel stay. Mario, our greeter was very knowledgeable and helpful. He was on call 24 hours a day.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+.
Alfama flat rental
Guest: D&A
(Calgary Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/02/11
Review Submitted: 03/10/11
My wife and I spent the month of Feb. 2011 in this great little flat. It has everything you might need . We were fortunate that the owner was also in the building and she provided a lot of both friendship and helpfulness. The local community is vibrant and very friendly to tourists and there is lots locally to keep you occupied for days. We had a great time. Thank you Ellie! D&A
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, girls getaway.
Great place to spend Christmas
Guest: Melanie and Terry
(Texas)
Date of Stay: 12/21/09
Review Submitted: 01/13/11
The apartment was a great place to spend Christmas. It's in a great location, a few minutes walk from the metro station, lots of friendly neighbors and a feel for the old Lisbon. Great internet, loved the kitchen. Would love to come back in the spring!
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.
Wonderful apartment
Guest: Laura & Jeff
(Boston, MA)
Date of Stay: 05/19/10
Review Submitted: 05/29/10
This was a wonderful apartment in a great location. The apartment was in perfect condition and had all the amenities -- we will highly recommend it to friends. Alfama is a beautiful neighborhood and so close to everything. The owner was also extremely helpful and responsive.
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