This is a great unit. Stay here and you won’t regret it.
Claudia is an amazing host. She made sure we had everything we needed for our stay, helped us find a pre-flight Covid testing location and answered our queries regarding the neighborhood/getting to the airport etc.
Our communication (pre arrival and during stay) was always smooth and her responses prompt.
The listing itself is very accurate. It is a charming old multiple-unit building converted into one large single family home. The different levels means a family or friend group can stay together but have some privacy too. The decor is a good mix of functional, chic and comfortable. The period details will take you back in time. There’s plenty of living space and storage for a long stay and we wished we could spend another week there easy.
The location is ideal for exploring Belem on foot. Most of the tourist attractions are within a 10 min walk and an accessible pedestrian bridge to get to the waterfront (across the train tracks is just 2 mins away). Within 2-5 mins walk are multiple transport options: Bus and tram stops, taxi stand and train station. These options will get you west to the coastal towns, east to downtown Lisbon, Oceanarium and anywhere else pretty easily.
There’s also a coffee shop and good restaurants nearby when you don’t want to cook.
PS: Traveling with small children. When we arrived, Claudia had already set up a crib for our little one. We spent a few mins putting delicate items out of the reach of our 2 kids (under 4 years). While the home is amazing for us grown ups, you may need to take note for young children. First, the stairs go straight up and down for 2 flights. They are a bit steep and the railing may be high for small kids. Luckily there are doors that you can close to limit stair access. Second, the flooring is stone and tile (original from when the house was built) so special care may need to be taken with toddlers.
Overall, we loved staying here and if we’re back in Lisbon, will definitely stay again.