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Housed in a centuries-old building with Moorish architectural influences, this luxurious apartment not only puts you in a wonderfully central location but also allows you to experience the city in lavish, comfortable style. Decorated by an interior designer, the home reflects finesse and careful curation in every one of its rooms. The open-plan living area looks like a snapshot from a design catalogue with its Art Deco feature wall, neutral furnishings and cool hanging chair. There’s a wonderful brightness here too thanks to the wall of glass whose sliding doors give way to a private lawn-covered terrace. While away sunny hours on the outdoor day bed and cool off from the heat under the stunning waterfall shower. There’s a table here too for alfresco feasts aplenty, whether in the midday sun or in the evening over a bottle of wine. The bedroom, meanwhile, is an elegant affair with its four-poster bed and pared-back aesthetic and we love the French doors that lead out onto a private balcony – the ideal spot to catch some rays over coffee after waking up from a blissful night’s sleep. When it comes to sightseeing, Igreja do Carmo is a three-minute walk away, Porto Cathedral is...


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What to expect


Highlights

Explore bustling Cais da Ribeira, a fifteen-minute walk away

Explore bustling Cais da Ribeira, a fifteen-minute walk away

Visit Porto Cathedral, ten minutes away on foot

Visit Porto Cathedral, ten minutes away on foot

Sit down to an alfresco meal in the private terrace garden

Sit down to an alfresco meal in the private terrace garden

Cool off from the Portuguese heat under the outdoor waterfall shower

Cool off from the Portuguese heat under the outdoor waterfall shower

Curl up on the outdoor day bed with a good book and a cool drink

Curl up on the outdoor day bed with a good book and a cool drink

Enjoy your morning coffee on the bedroom's balcony

Enjoy your morning coffee on the bedroom's balcony

Chill out in the bright living room with a glass of wine after a day of Porto sightseeing

Chill out in the bright living room with a glass of wine after a day of Porto sightseeing

Wake up in the beautiful four-poster bed feeling rested and ready for another day of exploring

Wake up in the beautiful four-poster bed feeling rested and ready for another day of exploring

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Home truths

    You'll need to climb some stairs to reach the apartment's front door, so it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility

    At maximum capacity, two guests will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living room

    A cot and a high chair are available on request

    Please keep noise levels to a minimum after 10 pm

    For longer stays, a cleaning service is provided every seven days

    Beach essentials such as beach towels, an umbrella, a beach blanket and snorkelling gear are provided

    São Bento train station is a ten-minute drive away

    Porto Airport is a twenty-minute drive away

About this stay


Amenities

Outdoor seating

Desk

Desk / workplace

Laptop friendly workspace

Wi-fi

Air conditioning

Bedrooms & bathrooms

1 bedroom, 2 beds

1 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet

Extras


VIP services

Airport pick up

Arrange a chef

Baby sitting

Cab booking

Daily cleaning

Laundry and dry cleaning

Massage

Restaurant reservations

Tickets and experience booking

Additional fees

  • There's no free parking at this home, but you can pay to use the on-site car park

  • Your host can arrange daily cleaning services for you here for an additional fee

  • Your host can help arrange cooking classes, walking tours, bike tours and tickets to local events for an additional fee

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Baixa

Baixa is known as one of Porto’s trendiest neighbourhoods. It’s very central, close to the river and surrounded by many other exciting areas. The hilly streets hold several notable churches, and plenty of spots to glimpse impressive views of the city and river. The Avenida dos Aliados, a sprawling avenue at the neighbourhood’s eastern edge, is a hub for banking and commerce with a slightly blander atmosphere, but it's a...

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Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

Go for late night Gelato at Sincelo

Go for late night Gelato at Sincelo

This family owned gelateria has been serving homemade ice cream since the 1980s. Open until midnight, stop by for a delicious after dinner treat.

Enjoy a drink at Café Au Lait

Enjoy a drink at Café Au Lait

Café Au Lait is a groovy bar in Baixa, made for those who appreciate a relaxed night out.

Visit the famous Lello & Irmão Bookshop

Visit the famous Lello & Irmão Bookshop

Named as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world, Lello & Irmão is rumoured to have inspired J.K. Rowling, who frequented it back in the 90s.

One of the most beautiful churches in Portugal

One of the most beautiful churches in Portugal

This baroque style church was built in the 18th century. The lateral facade of the Igreja do Carmo is covered with a grandiose Portuguese tile panel, painted by Carlos Branco in 1912.

Eat at Flow Restaurant & Bar

Eat at Flow Restaurant & Bar

An amazing restaurant placed in a recovered Neo-Arabic building located right on Porto's city center.

Pick up a souvenir at A Vida Portuguesa

Pick up a souvenir at A Vida Portuguesa

A shop dedicated to Portuguese products that locals will recognise from their childhood. Go for a souvenir, soap, toothpaste, a notebook – they have it all.

Enjoy the view from Clérigos Tower

Enjoy the view from Clérigos Tower

The iconic Clérigos church tower is one of Porto's must-sees and a great place to start your adventure in the city – by seeing all of it from above.

Visit the iconic Aliados Avenue

Visit the iconic Aliados Avenue

Aliados Avenue has been dubbed 'Porto's reception room'. It's the city's architectural showcase with lots of cafes where you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

Discover a new artist at Ó! Galeria

Discover a new artist at Ó! Galeria

This privately-owned gallery features a collection of ilustrations from national and international artists. We predict you'll take a piece home with you.

Admire the tiles at São Bento Station

Admire the tiles at São Bento Station

Recently declared a UNESCO Heritage site, São Bento Railway Station is one of the most beautiful train stations in the world.

Check out the Vinyls at Louie Louie

Check out the Vinyls at Louie Louie

Louie Louie has an unrivalled selection of retro vinyls. There's many popular record stores now open in Porto, but Louie Louie was one of the first.

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

No pets

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 11:00

On floor 1, steps only

Air con

Wifi

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    30

    days

    Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Up until

    7

    days

    Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Ana

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. From a young age, Ana saved up all her money so that she could travel. She's a firm believer in the idea that new experiences make us grow as people and she loves nothing more than sharing this passion with visitors from all over the world.

Registration or licence number: 121039/AL.

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