Maria’s apartment was just so much better than I expected at this fantastic price. The photos really do not do it justice - but that’s fine by me, as it meant the apartment was available at the last minute!
Don’t be put off by the older bathroom or decor, this place is absolutely spotless and incredibly comfortable (certainly bigger than the photos suggest). Lots of space to hang clothes in the empty wardrobes. Redken shampoo/conditioner and body wash provided in the shower, and a hairdryer if you need it. Kitchen seemed to have essentials, although I didn’t use it at all! Maria left coffee as well.
The little balcony has a comfortable table and chairs, and an unexpectedly gorgeous view over the rooftops and down to some restaurants below. You get a little noise, but nothing that kept me up at night, even on the weekend - although perhaps bring ear plugs just in case I was lucky! I actually really enjoyed feeling part of the neighbourhood by hearing Portuguese chatter from below as I sat on the balcony.
Maria was so kind, letting me in early and giving me a quick apartment tour. Neighbors were lovely and friendly when I bumped into them. You have a couple of very manageable flights of stairs up to the apartment.
The location is just perfect, you are only a short wander from lots of great spots to eat and drink, the beach, the market, everything. There’s also an ATM just downstairs (and the police station, if you’re a nervous traveller!). A perfect and ridiculously affordable spot for a few days in Cascais.