Madera Marvel

Blending timber frames with sleek, contemporary furnishings, this handsome apartment in Madrid’s lively La Latina neighbourhood is an ideal base for those looking to soak up the best of Madrilenian life.

We love how shades of natural brown sit alongside elegant neutral notes here, while ample natural light pours in through the French doors in the living room. Open these up to enjoy the breeze as you kick back on the sofa with a glass of Spanish red, or perch by the Juliet balcony with your evening tipple as you people-watch from your privileged position.

The dining table beckons sociable evenings over homemade dinners when you’re not out sampling the local tapas hangouts, while the bedrooms offer a comfortable night’s sleep leaving you feeling ready and relaxed for another day of exploring.

Speaking of sightseeing, you’ve got plenty to see and do within easy walking distance, not least of all your own neighbourhood’s maze of narrow lanes filled with tapas bars and cantinas. Elsewhere, Plaza Mayor is a ten-minute walk, the Royal Palace of Madrid is a fifteen-minute stroll, while the world-famous Museo Nacional del Prado is twenty minutes away on foot.


Home truths:
*This home is on the first floor of a building with no lift, so it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility *The compact second bedroom doesn't have any external windows, so lacks natural light *There's a laptop-friendly workspace *As you're in a wonderfully central location, you may hear some street noise *The building's entrance is shared with the other residents *You'll receive an in-person check-in *There's no parking here but we recommend skipping the car and using Madrid's public transport instead – La Latina station is a two-minute walk away *Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is just over twenty minutes away by car or fifty minutes away by public transport