We had a PERFECT stay in Margarida’s home! My daughters and I stayed in this lovely Lisbon apartment for six weeks while exploring Spain and Portugal. It served as our home base, and each time we left for a night or two, we were so happy to be back upon our return! The best thing about our stay was Margarida…our amazing host! She gave us wonderful advice on restaurants and places to visit, always answered our questions quickly and efficiently, and was truly attentive to our needs in every way. The apartment is bright and happy, is very typical Portuguese with large windows, transoms over the interior doors, and original hardwood floors. The back patio served as a fine place to enjoy the sunshine or catch up on reading, computing, or kid’s homework. Light pours in through the large windows, and we loved that! The neighborhood is completely local, few tourists, and will give you a real feel of typical Portuguese life.
The apartment has everything you’ll need for a nice stay, as it’s well-equipped and comfortable in every way. Margarida has placed many typical Portuguese touches, from her grandmother’s pottery, to antique tablecloths…you really feel like you’re part of the family. The appliances work well and are modern.
Anjos Metro Station is 0.2m away, and we used the metro quite often! It’s easy to navigate and very safe. Although we walked most places, having the ability to grab a train was nice after a long day of exploring the city of 7 hills! Getting to the airport and major train stations for day trips and weekend adventures was so simple via the metro. Having a metro stop so close was definitely a perk!
There’s a supermarket one block away, and two minimercado’s just down the street. Delicia de Arroios less than a block away has incredible Portuguese cuisine. Polpetta…between the apartment and Anjos Metro Station…gosh I wish I could take their meatballs home to enjoy while in the US! Amazing!
We found English speaking Riverside International Church, a 10min walk, and it inspired us in so many ways! If you decide to attend the Wednesday night Bible study, please grab a bite to eat beforehand at O’Malta Bistrobar on your way! She opens her restaurant at 5pm, when most places are closed.
Our trip to Portugal was exactly what we were hoping for, and Margarida’s apartment brought us much JOY!