Description Return of the Sand: Lisboa

Furnished with comfort and functionality in mind, this clutter-free apartment is finished in warm, earthy tones that feel like home. Start your mornings among the plump cushions on the sofa with a milky coffee as your brood sets the breakfast table. After filling up on traditional Portuguese pastries, step out of your building and onto Praça dos Restauradores, one of the centre’s four grand squares – you’ll be struck by just how quiet your place is despite its bustling location. Turn left and stroll no more than five minutes into the heart of downtown. You’ll find endless boutiques, brunch spots and coffee houses plus the famous Santa Justa elevator and Carmo Convent. Continue walking for ten minutes to reach the picturesque river Tagus or take the historic 28E tram route from Praça Martim Moniz and trundle uphill to São Jorge castle. In the evening, just before sunset, head back to your pad and share a bottle of wine on your spacious private terrace – a real rarity in central Lisbon.

Home truths:
*If you’ll require a cot and a high chair, please ask your host when booking
*There are several steps leading to the elevator – no step-free access unfortunately
*Your host can arrange airport transfers and a daily maid service for an additional fee
*The lock on the master bathroom is currently not working